Providence to Waterbury: Road Trip Guide & Distance

How far is Providence from Waterbury?

The distance from Providence to Waterbury is 86.5 miles (139.2 km) as the crow flies. Waterbury is located WSW of Providence. By car, the driving distance is approximately 108.1 miles, taking about 2h 11min. A direct flight would take roughly 40min. Both are located in United States — Providence in Rhode Island 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. 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 Providence 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.