Lowell to Waterbury: Road Trip Guide & Distance

115.9 miles 186.5 km · straight line
144.8 miles estimated 233.1 km · driving distance
2h 55min estimated drive time
$14 - $17 estimated fuel cost
~44min flight time · usually no direct flights
231° SW bearing direction

How far is Lowell from Waterbury?

The distance from Lowell to Waterbury is 115.9 miles (186.5 km) as the crow flies. Waterbury is located SW of Lowell. By car, the driving distance is approximately 144.8 miles, taking about 2h 55min. A direct flight would take roughly 44min. Both are located in United States — Lowell 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 Lowell 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 Lowell to Waterbury

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 2h 55min $14 - $17 Flexible stops
Bus ~3h 30min $12–$22* Budget
Train ~2h 46min $17–$51* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Lowell & Waterbury

Quick Facts

Lowell
42.63°N, 71.32°W
America/New_York
36m 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 39 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 10 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 214.9 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients