Framingham Center to Waterbury: Road Trip Guide & Distance

97.4 miles 156.8 km · straight line
121.8 miles estimated 196 km · driving distance
2h 27min estimated drive time
$12 - $14 estimated fuel cost
~42min flight time · usually no direct flights
239° WSW bearing direction

How far is Framingham Center from Waterbury?

The distance from Framingham Center to Waterbury is 97.4 miles (156.8 km) as the crow flies. Waterbury is located WSW of Framingham Center. By car, the driving distance is approximately 121.8 miles, taking about 2h 27min. A direct flight would take roughly 42min. Both are located in United States — Framingham Center in Massachusetts 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. 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 Framingham Center 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 Framingham Center to Waterbury

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 2h 27min $12 - $14 Flexible stops
Bus ~2h 56min $10–$18* Budget
Train ~2h 20min $15–$43* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Framingham Center & Waterbury

Quick Facts

Framingham Center
42.30°N, 71.44°W
America/New_York
79m 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 32 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 8 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 255.6 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients