Newark, New Jersey to Waterbury: Road Trip Guide & Distance

How far is Newark, New Jersey from Waterbury?

The distance from Newark, New Jersey to Waterbury is 81.4 miles (131 km) as the crow flies. Waterbury is located NE of Newark, New Jersey. By car, the driving distance is approximately 101.8 miles, taking about 2h 3min. A direct flight would take roughly 40min. Both are located in United States — Newark, New Jersey in New Jersey and Waterbury in Connecticut.

This is a quick and easy drive, perfect for a day trip or weekend getaway. You can easily make the round trip in a single day. 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 Newark, New Jersey 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.