Toms River to Waterbury: Road Trip Guide & Distance

How far is Toms River from Waterbury?

The distance from Toms River to Waterbury is 126.1 miles (202.9 km) as the crow flies. Waterbury is located NNE of Toms River. By car, the driving distance is approximately 157.6 miles, taking about 3h 10min. A direct flight would take roughly 45min. Both are located in United States — Toms River 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 Toms River 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.