How far is Hickory, NC from Cary, NC?
Distance by Flight
Shortest distance between Hickory and Cary is 143.58 miles (231.08 km).
Flight distance from Hickory, NC to Cary, NC is 143.58 miles. Estimated flight time is 00 hours 20 minutes.
It takes 00 hours 18 minutes to travel from Hickory to Cary with an airplane (average speed of 550 miles).
Driving distance
The driving distance from Hickory, North Carolina to Cary, North Carolina is: 167.44 miles (269.47 km) by car.
Driving from Hickory to Cary will take approximately 02 hours 42 minutes.
#1 Hickory
The second-largest city in Catawba County, North Carolina. It is located in the Piedmont region of the state. Hickory is known for its many parks and green spaces, its many historical sites, and its many attractions, such as the Hickory Museum of Art and the Hickory Canopy Walk.
| Population | 41473 |
|---|---|
| GPS Coordinates | 35°43'59"N 81°20'28"W |
| Latitude | 35.7331900 |
| Longitude | -81.3412000 |
| Altitude | 350 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Cary
Town in North Carolina, United States
| Population | 173587 |
|---|---|
| GPS Coordinates | 35°47'30"N 78°46'52"W |
| Latitude | 35.7915400 |
| Longitude | -78.7811200 |
| Altitude | 152 |
| Country | United States |
Ending point in Cary: North Academy Street (-78.781127,35.79154)
Estimated Travel Time Between Hickory and Cary
The distance between Hickory and Cary is 269 km if you choose to drive by road. You can go 02 hours 59 minutes if you drive your car at an average speed of 90 kilometers / hour. For different choices, please review the avg. speed travel time table on the below.
There is no time difference between Hickory and Cary. The current time is 14:35:49.
| Average Speed | Travel Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 05 hours 34 minutes |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 04 hours 11 minutes |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 03 hours 20 minutes |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 02 hours 47 minutes |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 02 hours 23 minutes |
| 75 mph (120.7 km/h) | 02 hours 13 minutes |
| 80 mph (128.75 km/h) | 02 hours 05 minutes |
Gas Consumption
A car with a fuel efficiency of 8.3 l/100 km will need 22.37 liters (5.91 gallon) of gas to cover the route between Hickory and Cary.
The estimated cost of gas to go from Hickory to Cary is $19.06 (diesel $25.07).
North Carolina gas prices.
| Gasoline | Mid Grade | Premium | Diesel | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gallon | $3.23 | $3.63 | $4.01 | $4.24 |
| Total | $19.06 | $21.45 | $23.69 | $25.07 |
Take a look at our Gas Cost Calculator feature. It will figure out how much it will cost to drive this particular distance.
The average gas price (in North Carolina ) per gallon of daily gas for calculations is $3.226 (Diesel $4.243) /gallon. Last changed prices on April 28, 2024.
How did we calculate the distance?
The place names are translated into coordinates to approximate the distance between Hickory and Cary (latitude and longitude). Cities, states, and countries each have their own regional center. The Haversine formula is used to measure the radius.
