Syracuse, New York to Waterbury: Road Trip Guide & Distance

188.7 miles 303.7 km · straight line
235.9 miles estimated 379.6 km · driving distance
4h 45min estimated drive time
$23 - $28 estimated fuel cost
~53min flight time
122° ESE bearing direction

How far is Syracuse, New York from Waterbury?

The distance from Syracuse, New York to Waterbury is 188.7 miles (303.7 km) as the crow flies. Waterbury is located ESE of Syracuse, New York. By car, the driving distance is approximately 235.9 miles, taking about 4h 45min. A direct flight would take roughly 53min. Both are located in United States — Syracuse, New York in New York 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 Syracuse, New York 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 Syracuse, New York to Waterbury

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 4h 45min $23 - $28 Flexible stops
Fly ~53min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~5h 42min $19–$35* Budget
Train ~4h 31min $28–$83* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Syracuse, New York & Waterbury

Quick Facts

Syracuse, New York
43.05°N, 76.15°W
America/New_York
121m 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 63 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 16 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 132 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients