Frederick to Waterford: Road Trip Guide & Distance

How far is Frederick from Waterford?

The distance from Frederick to Waterford is 385.9 miles (621.1 km) as the crow flies. Waterford is located NW of Frederick. By car, the driving distance is approximately 463.1 miles, taking about 9h 19min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 17min. Both are located in United States — Frederick in Maryland and Waterford in Michigan.

This is a solid day of driving. Be sure to take breaks every 2-3 hours to avoid driver fatigue, and plan your meals ahead of time. 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.

Coordinates come from public place data for Frederick 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.