Appleton to Waterford: Road Trip Guide & Distance

273.2 miles 439.7 km · straight line
341.5 miles estimated 549.6 km · driving distance
6h 52min estimated drive time
$33 - $40 estimated fuel cost
~1h 3min flight time
112° ESE bearing direction

How far is Appleton from Waterford?

The distance from Appleton to Waterford is 273.2 miles (439.7 km) as the crow flies. Waterford is located ESE of Appleton. By car, the driving distance is approximately 341.5 miles, taking about 6h 52min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 3min. Both are located in United States — Appleton in Wisconsin and Waterford in Michigan.

For a drive of this length, it's recommended to plan at least one quick rest stop to stretch your legs and grab a coffee. Heading East means you'll be driving into the sunrise if you start early. Keep your windshield clean for the best visibility.

Coordinates come from public place data for Appleton and Waterford. The driving distance is estimated from straight-line distance with a road-factor model, so confirm the route in your navigation app. Fuel, flight, bus, and train values are planning estimates and can change by date, provider, road closures, and border rules.

How to Get from Appleton to Waterford

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 6h 52min $33 - $40 Flexible stops
Fly ~1h 3min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~8h 14min $27–$51* Budget
Train ~6h 31min $41–$120* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Appleton & Waterford

Quick Facts

Appleton
44.26°N, 88.42°W
America/Chicago
242m elevation
Waterford
42.69°N, 83.41°W
America/Detroit
294m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 91 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 23 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 91.1 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients