New Haven, Connecticut to Waterbury: Road Trip Guide & Distance

18.4 miles 29.6 km · straight line
23.9 miles estimated 38.5 km · driving distance
29min estimated drive time
$2 - $3 estimated fuel cost
~32min flight time · usually no direct flights
340° NNW bearing direction

How far is New Haven, Connecticut from Waterbury?

The distance from New Haven, Connecticut to Waterbury is 18.4 miles (29.6 km) as the crow flies. Waterbury is located NNW of New Haven, Connecticut. By car, the driving distance is approximately 23.9 miles, taking about 29min. A direct flight would take roughly 32min. Both are located in United States.

This is a very short trip, perfect for a quick morning drive or an easy commute. 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 New Haven, Connecticut 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 New Haven, Connecticut to Waterbury

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 29min $2 - $3 Flexible stops

Suggested Stops Between New Haven, Connecticut & Waterbury

Quick Facts

New Haven, Connecticut
41.31°N, 72.93°W
America/New_York
5m 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 6 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 2 hours
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients