Origin
Hickory, NC
Morning in Hickory on Wednesday
Local time
8:32 AM
EDT
Current temp
46°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Hickory, NC to Killian Crossroads, NC
Data updated 1 second ago
Drive Time
36m
Distance
22.6 mi
36 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$4
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 34m
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6 AM
0h 37m
8 AM
0h 43m
10 AM
0h 39m
12 PM
0h 38m
3 PM
0h 39m
5 PM
0h 43m
8 PM
0h 35m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Hickory, NC
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Killian Crossroads, NC
Mark Stebnicki
Trip Overview
The drive from Hickory, NC to Killian Crossroads, NC covers 22.6 miles and takes about 36m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on NC 16, Tate Boulevard Southeast, 1st Street West for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is mixed drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 6.7 miles on NC 16. At current regular gas prices, budget about $3.53 one way before food or hotel costs.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Break Rhythm
0 planned breaks
A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
Midpoint
11.3 miles from Hickory, NC
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 19m into the drive .
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Drive Character
The drive from Hickory, NC to Killian Crossroads, NC covers 22.6 miles and takes about 36m, using a mix of highways and local roads.
Expect a mix of faster highway mileage and slower local approaches near the beginning or end.
There are about 19 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
NC 16 is the longest continuous segment at about 6.7 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This route mixes highway mileage with some local-road sections near the start or finish. You will hit about 11 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near Trade Alley.
Route Complexity
5/10
Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 22.6 miles you will encounter 11 spots where lane choice or exit timing matters. Not difficult for experienced highway drivers, but worth previewing the tricky sections before you go.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: near the start (Trade Alley): Navigation decision point; at 0.1 miles (2nd Street Northwest): Complex interchange - multiple decisions in a short stretch; at 0.2 miles (2nd Street Southwest): Highway fork - watch signs carefully.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 11 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
5
0 mi into trip
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~0m in
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Trade Alley
Turn left onto Trade Alley
Navigation decision point
6
0.1 mi into trip
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~0m in
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2nd Street Northwest
At end of road, turn right onto 2nd Street Northwest
Complex interchange - multiple decisions in a short stretch
5
0.2 mi into trip
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~1m in
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2nd Street Southwest
Keep slight left at fork onto 2nd Street Southwest
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
4
0.2 mi into trip
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~1m in
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Government Avenue Southwest
Turn left onto Government Avenue Southwest
Navigation decision point
6
22.6 mi into trip
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~36m in
Turn sharp right
Sharp turn - reduce speed on approach
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| NC 16 | 6.7 mi | 9m |
| Tate Boulevard Southeast | 3.8 mi | 5m |
| 1st Street West | 3.6 mi | 5m |
| Thornburg Drive Southeast | 2.4 mi | 3m |
| NC 16 BUS | 1.6 mi | 3m |
| Mount Olive Church Road | 1.5 mi | 2m |
| Bethany Church Road | 0.8 mi | 1m |
| Mt Olive Church Road | 0.6 mi | 1m |
Longest stretch:
NC 16
— 6.7 mi, about 9m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Hickory, NC and Killian Crossroads, NC.
1
Start on this road
153 ft
·
16 sec
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this road
2
Turn left onto Trade Alley
446 ft
·
34 sec
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Trade Alley
3
At end of road, turn right onto 2nd Street Northwest
331 ft
·
14 sec
·
2nd Street Northwest
4
Keep slight left at fork onto 2nd Street Southwest
166 ft
·
10 sec
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2nd Street Southwest
5
Turn left onto Government Avenue Southwest
210 ft
·
9 sec
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Government Avenue Southwest
6
Continue on 1st Street Southwest
518 ft
·
19 sec
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1st Street Southwest
7
Turn left onto 2nd Avenue Southwest
0.6 mi
·
51 sec
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2nd Avenue Southwest
8
Continue on Tate Boulevard Southeast
3.8 mi
·
5 min
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Tate Boulevard Southeast
9
Continue on 1st Street West
3.6 mi
·
5 min
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1st Street West
10
Turn straight onto US 70
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
Conover Boulevard East
11
Turn right onto NC 16
2.4 mi
·
3 min
·
Thornburg Drive Southeast
12
Turn left onto Mt Olive Church Road
0.6 mi
·
1 min
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Mt Olive Church Road
13
Continue on Mount Olive Church Road
1.5 mi
·
2 min
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Mount Olive Church Road
14
Turn right onto Bethany Church Road
0.8 mi
·
1 min
·
Bethany Church Road
15
Turn left onto NC 16
6.7 mi
·
9 min
·
NC 16
16
Take the exit onto NC 16 BUS
1.6 mi
·
3 min
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NC 16 BUS
17
Turn right onto NC 150
137 ft
·
6 sec
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NC 150
18
Turn sharp right
71 ft
·
5 sec
19
Arrive at destination
Trip Plan
Morning Departure
Leave by 9 AM and you'll arrive before lunch.
Evening Departure
Even a 4 PM departure gets you there before dark in summer.
You can normally do this drive in one day.
You may only need one short stretch break if traffic stays light.
The halfway point lands around 11.3 miles from Hickory, NC, or about 19m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 6.7 miles.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
Departure
Before you leave
Start with fuel, water, and navigation already sorted so the first hour feels easy.
First stop
Around 22.6 miles or 36m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 11.3 miles or 19m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 31m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Killian Crossroads, NC than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Hickory, NC so your first major turns are already loaded.
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Leave with enough water and a charging cable within reach, not packed away.
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Check your fuel range against the first long segment, especially if you are starting outside city service areas.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Hickory, NC
This is one driving day of about 22.6 miles and 36m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Hickory, NC.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
You may only need one short stretch stop if conditions stay smooth.
The longest stretch is on NC 16 for about 6.7 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 11.3 mi from Hickory, NC · 19m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
11 mi into the route
Best for: Lunch, fuel, and a longer reset
This sits close to the middle of the route, so it works well for the longest stop of the day.
Pacing Suggestions
Fuel and coffee
A short stop after about 22.6 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 11.3 miles from Hickory, NC, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Killian Crossroads, NC
The final approach into Killian Crossroads, NC usually feels slower than the middle of the drive, so avoid planning your tightest schedule at the very end.
Try to arrive with enough fuel left to skip an immediate station stop unless you already know the area around Killian Crossroads, NC.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$3.53 one way
$7.07 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
8 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.34 | $3.86 | $7.73 |
| premium | $4.70 | $4.18 | $8.37 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $4.99 | $9.98 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$4
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$29–$54
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 7.9 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $2 in charging · 0 stops · 63% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 6.8 | 0 | $2.37 | $1.08 |
| Efficient EV | 5.7 | 0 | $1.98 | $0.90 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 9 | 0 | $3.16 | $1.45 |
Gas CO2
8 kg
EV CO2
3 kg (63% less)
This trip is well within single-charge range for most EVs. No charging stops needed if you start fully charged.
DC fast charging avg $0.35/kWh. Home charging avg $0.16/kWh. US grid CO2: 0.39 kg/kWh.
Travel Intel
Current conditions at both ends of the drive.
Destination
Killian Crossroads, NC
Morning in Killian Crossroads on Wednesday
Local time
8:32 AM
EDT
Current temp
62°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Seasonal Notes
Summer travel usually means heavier construction, hotter rest stops, and busier weekend traffic around major cities.
Winter travel shortens daylight, so a route that looks manageable on paper can feel much longer after dark.
Holiday weekends tend to make both departure and arrival windows slower than the raw route time suggests.
Time zone
Same local time
Origin and destination are on the same clock, so arrival timing is easier to judge at a glance.
Temperature spread
16 degrees warmer at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
36m on the road
Use the two city cards together: check the sky where you start, then compare it with the local time and temperature at arrival.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
Frequently Asked Questions
The drive from Hickory, NC to Killian Crossroads, NC covers 22.6 miles and takes about 36m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are NC 16, Tate Boulevard Southeast, 1st Street West. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 11.3 miles from Hickory, NC. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $3.53 one way. This estimate uses 25.4 MPG — your actual cost will vary with your vehicle's fuel efficiency and current gas prices.
Leave by 9 AM and you'll arrive before lunch. Even a 4 PM departure gets you there before dark in summer.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 22.6 miles you will encounter 11 spots where lane choice or exit timing matters. Not difficult for experienced highway drivers, but worth previewing the tricky sections before you go.
The main spots that need attention: near the start (Trade Alley): Navigation decision point; at 0.1 miles (2nd Street Northwest): Complex interchange - multiple decisions in a short stretch; at 0.2 miles (2nd Street Southwest): Highway fork - watch signs carefully.
The route from Hickory, NC to Killian Crossroads, NC does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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