What is the cheapest way to get from Chapel Hill to Hickory?

The cheapest way to get from Chapel Hill to Hickory is to drive which costs $26 - $40 and takes 2h 39m.

What is the fastest way to get from Chapel Hill to Hickory?

The fastest way to get from Chapel Hill to Hickory is to drive which takes 2h 39m and costs $26 - $40.

Is there a direct bus between Chapel Hill and Hickory?

No, there is no direct bus from Chapel Hill to Hickory. However, there are services departing from E Franklin St at Coffee Shop and arriving at Hickory Airport via Durham, Trade St & Graham St, Transit Center- Bay V and Charlotte Airport. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 54m.

How far is it from Chapel Hill to Hickory?

The distance between Chapel Hill and Hickory is 189 miles. The road distance is 143.6 miles.

How do I travel from Chapel Hill to Hickory without a car?

The best way to get from Chapel Hill to Hickory without a car is to bus which takes 6h 54m and costs $80 - $130.

How long does it take to get from Chapel Hill to Hickory?

It takes approximately 5h 7m to get from Chapel Hill to Hickory, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Chapel Hill to Hickory bus from?

Chapel Hill to Hickory bus services, operated by Flixbus USA, depart from Durham station.

Where does the Chapel Hill to Hickory bus arrive?

Chapel Hill to Hickory bus services, operated by Flixbus USA, arrive at Charlotte Bus Station.

Can I drive from Chapel Hill to Hickory?

Yes, the driving distance between Chapel Hill to Hickory is 144 miles. It takes approximately 2h 39m to drive from Chapel Hill to Hickory.

Where can I stay near Hickory?

There are 54+ hotels available in Hickory.

Chapel Hill to Hickory - 4 ways to travel via train, car, and bus

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There are 4 ways to get from Chapel Hill to Hickory by train, car, bus (Flixbus, Greyhound), or bus

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Train, drive (Amtrak)
best
1. Take the train from Durham Amtrak Station to Kannapolistrain Piedmont / ...
2. Drive from Kannapolis to Hickorycar
5h 7m
$42–98
Drive 142.8 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Chapel Hill to Hickorycar 142.8 mi
2h 39m
$27–38
Bus
1. Take the bus from Durham to Charlotte Bus Stationbus FlixBus N2471 / ...
2. Take the bus from Charlotte Airport to Hickory Airportbus Hickory / ...
6h 54m
$84–124
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Durham Amtrak Station to Charlotte Amtrak Stationtrain Piedmont / ...
2. Take the bus from Charlotte Airport to Hickory Airportbus Hickory / ...
7h 19m
$100–178

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Distance: 187.4 mi
Duration: 5h 7m

What companies run services between Chapel Hill, Orange County, NC, USA and Hickory, Catawba County, NC, USA?

You can take a bus from E Franklin St at Coffee Shop to Hickory via Durham Station, Durham, Charlotte Bus Station, Trade St & Graham St, Transit Center- Bay A, Transit Center- Bay V, Charlotte Douglas Airport, Charlotte Airport, and Hickory Airport in around 6h 54m.

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