Distance from Chicago to Waterbury by Car and Plane

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The flight distance from Chicago (IL) to Waterbury (CT) is 755 miles or 1214 kilometers or 655 nautical miles.
Driving distance from Chicago to Waterbury is 865 miles (1393 kilometers).
Difference between fly and travel by a car is 110 miles or 179 km.

Chicago to Waterbury Flight Route Map

Map Showing the Distance Between Chicago, IL and Waterbury, CT
This map shows the distance from Chicago, IL, Usa to Waterbury, CT, Usa. You can also see the distance in miles and km below the map. Flight route map from Chicago, Illinois to Waterbury, Connecticut is displayed below.

Driving distance from Chicago, IL to Waterbury, CT

The driving distance from Chicago, Illinois to Waterbury, Connecticut is 865 miles or 1393 km.
The total driving distance from Chicago, IL to Waterbury, CT is 865 miles or 1393 kilometers. Your trip begins in Chicago, Illinois. It ends in Waterbury, Connecticut.
The driving distance from Chicago, Illinois to Waterbury, Connecticut is approximately 865 miles (1393 kilometers), depending on the specific route you take. Without considering any traffic or other delays, driving this distance typically takes around 16 to 17 hours under normal conditions.

Driving time from Chicago, IL to Waterbury, CT

How long is the drive from Chicago, IL to Waterbury, CT?
The total driving time is 16 hours, 9 minutes.
How long does a car ride from Chicago to Waterbury take?
Chicago and Waterbury are 16 hours 9 mins far apart, if you drive non-stop.

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Attention! According to the recommendations of experts, you should stop and take a break every 2 hours on average, take a fresh air and walk a little to protect your alertness and health during long trips by car. In addition, you can drink some coffee to prevent you from sleeping. People who drive constantly without taking a break lose their focus and can eventually cause accidents. Also, please drive carefully and follow the speed rules.

Time Difference between Chicago and Waterbury

Time difference between Chicago (IL) and Waterbury (CT) is 1 Hours.
Waterbury time is 1 Hours ahead of Chicago.

Current local time in Chicago	Current local time in Waterbury
2025-12-25, 07:54:19 CST	2025-12-25, 08:54:19 EST

How Far is it Between Chicago Illinois, USA and Waterbury Connecticut, USA?

You can compare air and road distance between Chicago, IL and Waterbury, CT in this summary table of distances in miles, kilometers and nautical miles.

Distance type	Miles	Kilometers	Nautical miles
Driving distance	865 mi	1393 km	751.17 nmi
Straight line distance	755 mi	1214 km	655 nmi
Difference	110 mi	179 km	96 nmi

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