Dover, Delaware to Waterbury: Road Trip Guide & Distance

210.8 miles 339.3 km · straight line
263.5 miles estimated 424.1 km · driving distance
5h 18min estimated drive time
$25 - $31 estimated fuel cost
~55min flight time
37° NE bearing direction

How far is Dover, Delaware from Waterbury?

The distance from Dover, Delaware to Waterbury is 210.8 miles (339.3 km) as the crow flies. Waterbury is located NE of Dover, Delaware. By car, the driving distance is approximately 263.5 miles, taking about 5h 18min. A direct flight would take roughly 55min. Both are located in United States — Dover, Delaware in Delaware 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.

Coordinates come from public place data for Dover, Delaware 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 Dover, Delaware to Waterbury

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 5h 18min $25 - $31 Flexible stops
Fly ~55min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~6h 22min $21–$40* Budget
Train ~5h 2min $32–$92* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Dover, Delaware & Waterbury

Quick Facts

Dover, Delaware
39.16°N, 75.52°W
America/New_York
9m 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 70 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 18 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 118.1 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients