Bridgewater to Waterbury: Road Trip Guide & Distance

106.3 miles 171 km · straight line
132.8 miles estimated 213.8 km · driving distance
2h 40min estimated drive time
$13 - $16 estimated fuel cost
~43min flight time · usually no direct flights
51° NE bearing direction

How far is Bridgewater from Waterbury?

The distance from Bridgewater to Waterbury is 106.3 miles (171 km) as the crow flies. Waterbury is located NE of Bridgewater. By car, the driving distance is approximately 132.8 miles, taking about 2h 40min. A direct flight would take roughly 43min. Both are located in United States — Bridgewater in New Jersey and Waterbury in Connecticut.

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. Given the short distance, driving or taking a train is often faster and more convenient than dealing with airport security and flight boarding times.

Coordinates come from public place data for Bridgewater and Waterbury. 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 Bridgewater to Waterbury

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 2h 40min $13 - $16 Flexible stops
Bus ~3h 12min $11–$20* Budget
Train ~2h 32min $16–$46* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Bridgewater & Waterbury

Quick Facts

Bridgewater
40.60°N, 74.65°W
America/New_York
57m elevation
Waterbury
41.56°N, 73.05°W
America/New_York
82m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 35 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 9 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 234.4 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients