Jamestown, New York to Waterford: Road Trip Guide & Distance

217 miles 349.3 km · straight line
271.3 miles estimated 436.6 km · driving distance
5h 27min estimated drive time
$26 - $32 estimated fuel cost
~56min flight time
282° WNW bearing direction

How far is Jamestown, New York from Waterford?

The distance from Jamestown, New York to Waterford is 217 miles (349.3 km) as the crow flies. Waterford is located WNW of Jamestown, New York. By car, the driving distance is approximately 271.3 miles, taking about 5h 27min. A direct flight would take roughly 56min. Both are located in United States — Jamestown, New York in New York and Waterford in Michigan.

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.

Coordinates come from public place data for Jamestown, New York 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.

How to Get from Jamestown, New York to Waterford

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 5h 27min $26 - $32 Flexible stops
Fly ~56min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~6h 32min $22–$41* Budget
Train ~5h 11min $33–$95* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Jamestown, New York & Waterford

Quick Facts

Jamestown, New York
42.10°N, 79.24°W
America/New_York
420m elevation
Waterford
42.69°N, 83.41°W
America/Detroit
294m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 72 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 18 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 114.7 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients