Cities Near Waterbury
Cities near Waterbury, Connecticut: 10 notable destinations within day-trip and weekend range, including Bristol, Meriden, Hamden. Compare distance, drive time and flight time, with day-trip and getaway ideas.
The closest notable city to Waterbury, Connecticut is Bristol, about 9 mi (15 km) away — roughly 32 min by road. Below, 10 nearby cities are ranked by distance, with real drive and flight estimates and whether each works best as a day trip or an overnight getaway.
| City | Distance | Drive | Flight | Best for |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bristol | 9 mi / 15 km | 32 min | Drive/rail | Day trip |
| Meriden | 13 mi / 20 km | 43 min | Drive/rail | Day trip |
| Hamden | 14 mi / 22 km | 27 min | Drive/rail | Day trip |
| New Britain | 16 mi / 25 km | 30 min | Drive/rail | Day trip |
| West Haven | 21 mi / 33 km | 40 min | Drive/rail | Day trip |
| Hartford | 24 mi / 38 km | 46 min | Drive/rail | Day trip |
| Danbury | 24 mi / 38 km | 46 min | Drive/rail | Day trip |
| Stratford | 26 mi / 42 km | 51 min | Drive/rail | Day trip |
| Norwalk | 36 mi / 57 km | 1 hr 4 min | Drive/rail | Day trip |
| Stamford | 43 mi / 69 km | 1 hr 17 min | Drive/rail | Day trip |
Day trips from Waterbury
Within about 100 miles and easy to visit in a day: Bristol, Meriden, Hamden, New Britain, West Haven. These are close enough to go and return without an overnight stay.
Getting around
Nearby cities are usually quickest by car or train; for the longer hops a regional flight can save time. Tap any city above for its full distance, driving-time and flight-time breakdown, or plan a specific route with the tools below.
Frequently asked questions
Notable cities near Waterbury include Bristol, Meriden, Hamden, New Britain, West Haven. The closest is Bristol, about 9 miles (15 km) away. The table above lists each with its distance, drive time and best use.