Chatham, Ontario, Canada to Waterford: Road Trip Guide & Distance

65.4 miles 105.2 km · straight line
81.7 miles estimated 131.5 km · driving distance
1h 39min estimated drive time
CAD 13 - CAD 16 estimated fuel cost
~38min flight time · usually no direct flights
288° WNW bearing direction

How far is Chatham, Ontario, Canada from Waterford?

The distance from Chatham, Ontario, Canada to Waterford is 65.4 miles (105.2 km) as the crow flies. Waterford is located WNW of Chatham, Ontario, Canada. By car, the driving distance is approximately 81.7 miles, taking about 1h 39min. A direct flight would take roughly 38min. Chatham, Ontario, Canada is in Ontario, Canada, while Waterford is in Michigan, United States.

This is a quick and easy drive, perfect for a day trip or weekend getaway. You can easily make the round trip in a single day. 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. Keep in mind this route crosses international borders. Don't forget your passport, and check current border crossing times and vehicle insurance requirements. 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 Chatham, Ontario, Canada 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 Chatham, Ontario, Canada to Waterford

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 1h 39min CAD 13 - CAD 16 Flexible stops
Bus ~1h 59min $7–$12* Budget
Train ~1h 34min $10–$29* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Chatham, Ontario, Canada & Waterford

Quick Facts

Chatham, Ontario, Canada
42.41°N, 82.18°W
America/Toronto
183m 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 22 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 5 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 380.9 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients