What is the cheapest way to get from Raleigh to Hickory?

The cheapest way to get from Raleigh to Hickory is to drive which costs $29 - $45 and takes 3h 23m.

What is the fastest way to get from Raleigh to Hickory?

The fastest way to get from Raleigh to Hickory is to drive which takes 3h 23m and costs $29 - $45.

How far is it from Raleigh to Hickory?

The distance between Raleigh and Hickory is 200 miles. The road distance is 164.8 miles.

How do I travel from Raleigh to Hickory without a car?

The best way to get from Raleigh to Hickory without a car is to train and bus which takes 6h 11m and costs $90 - $120.

How long does it take to get from Raleigh to Hickory?

It takes approximately 3h 55m to get from Raleigh to Hickory, including transfers.

Can I drive from Raleigh to Hickory?

Yes, the driving distance between Raleigh to Hickory is 165 miles. It takes approximately 3h 23m to drive from Raleigh to Hickory.

Where can I stay near Hickory?

There are 52+ hotels available in Hickory.

Raleigh to Hickory - 5 ways to travel via train, car, plane, and bus

There are 5 ways to get from Raleigh to Hickory by train, car, plane, or bus

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Train, drive (Amtrak)
best
1. Take the train from Raleigh Union Station to Kannapolistrain Piedmont / ...
2. Drive from Kannapolis to Hickorycar
3h 55m
$36–46
Drive 163.8 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Raleigh to Hickorycar 163.8 mi
3h 23m
$30–44
Fly from Raleigh-Durham International Airport, bus
1. Fly from Raleigh-Durham International Airport (RDU) to Charlotte Douglas International Airport (CLT)plane RDU - CLT
2. Take the bus from Charlotte Airport to Hickory Airportbus
4h 31m
$187–447
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Raleigh Union Station to Charlotte Amtrak Stationtrain Piedmont / ...
2. Take the bus from Charlotte Airport to Hickory Airportbus Hickory / ...
6h 11m
$92–114
Drive to Albert J. Ellis Airport, fly, bus
1. Drive from Raleigh to Albert J. Ellis Airport (OAJ)car
2. Fly from Albert J. Ellis Airport (OAJ) to Charlotte Douglas International Airport (CLT)plane OAJ - CLT
3. Take the bus from Charlotte Airport to Hickory Airportbus
5h 13m
$116–392

Raleigh-Durham International Airport (RDU) to Charlotte Douglas International Airport (CLT) flights

48Weekly Planes

1h 9mAverage Duration

$40Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Raleigh to Hickory.

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Distance: 199.2 mi
Duration: 3h 55m

What companies run services between Raleigh, NC, USA and Hickory, Catawba County, NC, USA?

There is no direct connection from Raleigh to Hickory. However, you can take the train to Kannapolis then drive to Hickory. Alternatively, you can drive from Raleigh to Hickory in around 3h 23m.

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