Gloucester, Massachusetts to Waterbury: Road Trip Guide & Distance

142.5 miles 229.4 km · straight line
178.2 miles estimated 286.8 km · driving distance
3h 35min estimated drive time
$17 - $21 estimated fuel cost
~47min flight time
240° WSW bearing direction

How far is Gloucester, Massachusetts from Waterbury?

The distance from Gloucester, Massachusetts to Waterbury is 142.5 miles (229.4 km) as the crow flies. Waterbury is located WSW of Gloucester, Massachusetts. By car, the driving distance is approximately 178.2 miles, taking about 3h 35min. A direct flight would take roughly 47min. Both are located in United States — Gloucester, Massachusetts 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 Gloucester, Massachusetts 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 Gloucester, Massachusetts to Waterbury

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 3h 35min $17 - $21 Flexible stops
Fly ~47min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~4h 18min $14–$27* Budget
Train ~3h 24min $21–$62* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Gloucester, Massachusetts & Waterbury

Quick Facts

Gloucester, Massachusetts
42.61°N, 70.66°W
America/New_York
16m 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 48 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 12 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 174.7 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients