Perth Amboy to Waterbury: Road Trip Guide & Distance

96.3 miles 155 km · straight line
120.4 miles estimated 193.8 km · driving distance
2h 25min estimated drive time
$12 - $14 estimated fuel cost
~42min flight time · usually no direct flights
41° NE bearing direction

How far is Perth Amboy from Waterbury?

The distance from Perth Amboy to Waterbury is 96.3 miles (155 km) as the crow flies. Waterbury is located NE of Perth Amboy. By car, the driving distance is approximately 120.4 miles, taking about 2h 25min. A direct flight would take roughly 42min. Both are located in United States — Perth Amboy in New Jersey 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. 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 Perth Amboy 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 Perth Amboy to Waterbury

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 2h 25min $12 - $14 Flexible stops
Bus ~2h 54min $10–$18* Budget
Train ~2h 18min $14–$42* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Perth Amboy & Waterbury

Quick Facts

Perth Amboy
40.51°N, 74.27°W
America/New_York
17m 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 32 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 8 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 258.5 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients