Gloucester, Massachusetts to Waterville: Road Trip Guide & Distance

143.5 miles 230.9 km · straight line
179.3 miles estimated 288.6 km · driving distance
3h 36min estimated drive time
$17 - $21 estimated fuel cost
~47min flight time
21° NNE bearing direction

How far is Gloucester, Massachusetts from Waterville?

The distance from Gloucester, Massachusetts to Waterville is 143.5 miles (230.9 km) as the crow flies. Waterville is located NNE of Gloucester, Massachusetts. By car, the driving distance is approximately 179.3 miles, taking about 3h 36min. A direct flight would take roughly 47min. Both are located in United States — Gloucester, Massachusetts in Massachusetts and Waterville in Maine.

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. 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 Waterville. 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 Waterville

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 3h 36min $17 - $21 Flexible stops
Fly ~47min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~4h 19min $14–$27* Budget
Train ~3h 25min $22–$63* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Gloucester, Massachusetts & Waterville

Quick Facts

Gloucester, Massachusetts
42.61°N, 70.66°W
America/New_York
16m elevation
Waterville
44.55°N, 69.63°W
America/New_York
33m 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 173.6 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients