Gaithersburg to Waterbury: Road Trip Guide & Distance

274.9 miles 442.4 km · straight line
343.6 miles estimated 553 km · driving distance
6h 55min estimated drive time
$33 - $41 estimated fuel cost
~1h 3min flight time
51° NE bearing direction

How far is Gaithersburg from Waterbury?

The distance from Gaithersburg to Waterbury is 274.9 miles (442.4 km) as the crow flies. Waterbury is located NE of Gaithersburg. By car, the driving distance is approximately 343.6 miles, taking about 6h 55min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 3min. Both are located in United States — Gaithersburg in Maryland 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 Gaithersburg 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 Gaithersburg to Waterbury

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 6h 55min $33 - $41 Flexible stops
Fly ~1h 3min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~8h 18min $27–$52* Budget
Train ~6h 34min $41–$120* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Gaithersburg & Waterbury

Quick Facts

Gaithersburg
39.14°N, 77.20°W
America/New_York
153m 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 92 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 23 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 90.6 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients