Cities Near Waterford
Cities near Waterford, Michigan: 10 notable destinations within day-trip and weekend range, including Pontiac, Farmington Hills, Troy. Compare distance, drive time and flight time, with day-trip and getaway ideas.
The closest notable city to Waterford, Michigan is Pontiac, about 7 mi (12 km) away — roughly 24 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pontiac | 7 mi / 12 km | 24 min | Drive/rail | Day trip |
| Farmington Hills | 14 mi / 23 km | 28 min | Drive/rail | Day trip |
| Troy | 15 mi / 24 km | 28 min | Drive/rail | Day trip |
| Southfield | 18 mi / 29 km | 35 min | Drive/rail | Day trip |
| Shelby | 19 mi / 31 km | 37 min | Drive/rail | Day trip |
| Livonia | 23 mi / 36 km | 44 min | Drive/rail | Day trip |
| Warren | 25 mi / 40 km | 48 min | Drive/rail | Day trip |
| Clinton Township | 26 mi / 42 km | 50 min | Drive/rail | Day trip |
| Flint | 26 mi / 42 km | 50 min | Drive/rail | Day trip |
| Canton | 27 mi / 43 km | 52 min | Drive/rail | Day trip |
Day trips from Waterford
Within about 100 miles and easy to visit in a day: Pontiac, Farmington Hills, Troy, Southfield, Shelby. 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 Waterford include Pontiac, Farmington Hills, Troy, Southfield, Shelby. The closest is Pontiac, about 7 miles (12 km) away. The table above lists each with its distance, drive time and best use.