Athens, Ohio to Waterford: Road Trip Guide & Distance

242.3 miles 389.9 km · straight line
302.9 miles estimated 487.4 km · driving distance
6h 6min estimated drive time
$29 - $36 estimated fuel cost
~59min flight time
344° NNW bearing direction

How far is Athens, Ohio from Waterford?

The distance from Athens, Ohio to Waterford is 242.3 miles (389.9 km) as the crow flies. Waterford is located NNW of Athens, Ohio. By car, the driving distance is approximately 302.9 miles, taking about 6h 6min. A direct flight would take roughly 59min. Both are located in United States — Athens, Ohio in Ohio 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. Since you'll be heading mostly West, pack a good pair of sunglasses if you plan to drive during the late afternoon to avoid the harsh sun glare.

Coordinates come from public place data for Athens, Ohio 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 Athens, Ohio to Waterford

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 6h 6min $29 - $36 Flexible stops
Fly ~59min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~7h 19min $24–$45* Budget
Train ~5h 48min $36–$106* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Athens, Ohio & Waterford

Quick Facts

Athens, Ohio
39.33°N, 82.10°W
America/New_York
219m 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 81 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 20 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 102.8 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients