Fitchburg to Waterbury: Road Trip Guide & Distance

How far is Fitchburg from Waterbury?

The distance from Fitchburg to Waterbury is 95.5 miles (153.7 km) as the crow flies. Waterbury is located SW of Fitchburg. By car, the driving distance is approximately 119.4 miles, taking about 2h 24min. A direct flight would take roughly 42min. Both are located in United States — Fitchburg in Massachusetts and Waterbury in Connecticut.

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. 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 Fitchburg 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.