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When to visit
How to get there
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Hickory travel guide

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You're Going to Love Hickory

With a population of 40,010, Hickory is a must-see destination in North Carolina, United States. It is among the most popular tourist destinations in the country. We recommend you stay at least 3 days in order to fully appreciate everything Hickory has to offer.

Where to Eat in Hickory

If you’re looking for affordable options, Boca (74 8th Street SE) and Vintage House - Hickory (271 3rd Ave NW) are great picks.

When to visit Hickory

Hickory in June
Estimated hotel price
$115
1 night at 3-star hotel
Hickory in June
Estimated hotel price
$115
1 night at 3-star hotel

Looking for warm weather? Then head to Hickory in July, when the average temperature is 75.2 °F, and the highest can go up to 87.8 °F. The coldest month, on the other hand, is January, when it can get as cold as 32 °F, with an average temperature of 41 °F. You’re likely to see more rain in March, when precipitation is around 4.5″. In contrast, November is usually the driest month of the year in Hickory, with an average rainfall of 3.1″.

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How to Get to Hickory

Plane

Although Hickory doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Charlotte Douglas Airport (CLT), which is located 42 miles from Hickory. Greenville is the most popular, with regular flights from American Airlines, Delta, WestJet and other airlines departing from the United States. The shortest domestic flight to Hickory departs from Washington, D.C. and takes around 1h 25m.

Train

Amtrak is the only carrier operating train routes to Hickory. The train journey from Hickory to Greensboro takes 1h 40m and costs around $21 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Greenville, expect to pay about $40 for a 2h 43m trip.

Car

Another option to get to Hickory is to pick up a car rental from Charlotte, which is about 45 miles from Hickory. You’ll find branches of Turo and NU Car, among others, in Charlotte.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Hickory, including FlixBus, Greyhound and Tornado Bus. From Raleigh, the bus ride to Hickory takes 180 miles and will cost you around $115. From Atlanta, the ticket costs about $35 for a journey of 240 miles.

Plane

Although Hickory doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Charlotte Douglas Airport (CLT), which is located 42 miles from Hickory. Greenville is the most popular, with regular flights from American Airlines, Delta, WestJet and other airlines departing from the United States. The shortest domestic flight to Hickory departs from Washington, D.C. and takes around 1h 25m.

Train

Amtrak is the only carrier operating train routes to Hickory. The train journey from Hickory to Greensboro takes 1h 40m and costs around $21 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Greenville, expect to pay about $40 for a 2h 43m trip.

Car

Another option to get to Hickory is to pick up a car rental from Charlotte, which is about 45 miles from Hickory. You’ll find branches of Turo and NU Car, among others, in Charlotte.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Hickory, including FlixBus, Greyhound and Tornado Bus. From Raleigh, the bus ride to Hickory takes 180 miles and will cost you around $115. From Atlanta, the ticket costs about $35 for a journey of 240 miles.

Airports near Hickory

GSPGreenville
AVLAsheville Regional
CLTCharlotte Douglas

Airlines serving Hickory

Lufthansa
Good (7,054 reviews)
KLM
Good (1,337 reviews)
British Airways
Good (6,861 reviews)
Delta
Excellent (7,940 reviews)
SWISS
Good (1,589 reviews)
Iberia
Good (2,704 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,448 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (781 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (8,701 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,224 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,567 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (9,266 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,349 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (346 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Excellent (9,986 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,275 reviews)
Cathay Pacific
Good (858 reviews)
Ethiopian Air
Good (770 reviews)
JetBlue
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Aer Lingus
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Where to stay in Hickory

If you’re on a budget, well-reviewed accommodations include Best Western Hickory and Hampton Inn Hickory.

Where to stay in popular areas of Hickory

Most booked hotels in Hickory

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Holiday Inn Express & Suites Conover (Hickory Area)
2 stars
Excellent (8.9, 229 reviews)
$152+
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Hilton Garden Inn Hickory
3 stars
Excellent (8.5, 233 reviews)
$169+
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Sleep Inn
2 stars
Good (7.6, 971 reviews)
$76+
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Affordable Suites Conover / Hickory
2 stars
Good (7.3, 131 reviews)
$67+
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Days Inn & Suites by Wyndham Hickory
2 stars
Good (7, 737 reviews)
$92+
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Quality Suites Hickory South
2 stars
Good (6.8, 684 reviews)
$97+
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Renting a car in Hickory

Renting a car in Hickory costs $56 per day, on average, or $169 if you want to rent if for 3 days.

It’s generally cheaper to rent your vehicle outside the airport: locations in the city are around 11% cheaper than airport locations in Hickory.

Expect to pay $3.41 per gallon in Hickory (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $40.88 and $54.51. Compact (Ford Focus or similar) is the most popular car type to rent in Hickory, while also 40% cheaper than other types, on average.

Renting a car in Hickory costs $56 per day, on average, or $169 if you want to rent if for 3 days.

It’s generally cheaper to rent your vehicle outside the airport: locations in the city are around 11% cheaper than airport locations in Hickory.

Expect to pay $3.41 per gallon in Hickory (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $40.88 and $54.51. Compact (Ford Focus or similar) is the most popular car type to rent in Hickory, while also 40% cheaper than other types, on average.

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$36/day

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5 Adults, 2 Bags

$39/day

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