How far is Waterbury, CT from Danbury, CT?
Distance by Flight
Shortest distance between Waterbury and Danbury is 23.7 miles (38.14 km).
Flight distance from Waterbury, CT to Danbury, CT is 23.7 miles. Estimated flight time is 00 hours 03 minutes.
Driving distance
The driving distance from Waterbury, Connecticut to Danbury, Connecticut is: 28.26 miles (45.48 km) by car.
Driving from Waterbury to Danbury will take approximately 00 hours 31 minutes.
#1 Waterbury
The second most populous city in Connecticut. It is located on the Naugatuck River in southwestern Connecticut. Waterbury is known for its many manufacturing companies, its many parks and green spaces, and its many attractions, such as the Mattatuck Museum and the Waterbury Center for the Arts.
| Population | 106826 |
|---|---|
| GPS Coordinates | 41°33'29"N 73°3'5"W |
| Latitude | 41.5581500 |
| Longitude | -73.0515000 |
| Altitude | 82 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Danbury
The most populous city in Fairfield County, Connecticut. It is located on the banks of the Danbury River in southwestern Connecticut. Danbury is known for its many parks and green spaces, its many historical sites, and its many attractions, such as the Danbury Museum and Historical Society and the Danbury Rail Trail.
| Population | 84317 |
|---|---|
| GPS Coordinates | 41°23'41"N 73°27'14"W |
| Latitude | 41.3948200 |
| Longitude | -73.4540100 |
| Altitude | 121 |
| Country | United States |
Ending point in Danbury: Library Place (-73.45414,41.394951)
Estimated Travel Time Between Waterbury and Danbury
The distance between Waterbury and Danbury is 45 km if you choose to drive by road. You can go 00 hours 30 minutes if you drive your car at an average speed of 90 kilometers / hour. For different choices, please review the avg. speed travel time table on the below.
There is no time difference between Waterbury and Danbury. The current time is 10:36:31.
| Average Speed | Travel Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 00 hours 56 minutes |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 00 hours 42 minutes |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00 hours 33 minutes |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00 hours 28 minutes |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00 hours 24 minutes |
| 75 mph (120.7 km/h) | 00 hours 22 minutes |
| 80 mph (128.75 km/h) | 00 hours 21 minutes |
Gas Consumption
A car with a fuel efficiency of 8.3 l/100 km will need 3.77 liters (1 gallon) of gas to cover the route between Waterbury and Danbury.
The estimated cost of gas to go from Waterbury to Danbury is $3.6 (diesel $4.56).
Connecticut gas prices.
| Gasoline | Mid Grade | Premium | Diesel | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gallon | $3.61 | $4.19 | $4.59 | $4.58 |
| Total | $3.6 | $4.18 | $4.58 | $4.56 |
Take a look at our Gas Cost Calculator feature. It will figure out how much it will cost to drive this particular distance.
The average gas price (in Connecticut ) per gallon of daily gas for calculations is $3.611 (Diesel $4.575) /gallon. Last changed prices on May 21, 2025.
How did we calculate the distance?
The place names are translated into coordinates to approximate the distance between Waterbury and Danbury (latitude and longitude). Cities, states, and countries each have their own regional center. The Haversine formula is used to measure the radius.
