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

How far is Princeton, New Jersey from Waterbury?

The distance from Princeton, New Jersey to Waterbury is 118.4 miles (190.5 km) as the crow flies. Waterbury is located NE of Princeton, New Jersey. By car, the driving distance is approximately 147.9 miles, taking about 2h 59min. A direct flight would take roughly 44min. Both are located in United States — Princeton, New Jersey 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 Princeton, 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.