Boston to Waterbury by train
Waterbury lies 187 km (116 mi) south-west of Boston, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there.
By rail the journey is about 2 h 32 min at the speeds typical of United States rail, over roughly 228 km (142 mi) of track; the operator’s timetable is the number that counts.
| Boston | Waterbury | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | United States | United States |
| Population | 653,833 | 108,802 |
| Elevation | 38 m (125 ft) | 84 m (276 ft) |
| Time now | UTC-4 (America/New_York) | UTC-4 (America/New_York) |
| Stations on record | South Station, North Station, Back Bay station | Waterbury station, Waterbury Union Station |
| Postal codes | 02108–02298 | 06701–06749 |
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Common questions
How far is Waterbury from Boston?
187 km (116 mi) in a straight line, south-west of Boston; by road roughly 228 km (142 mi).
How long does it take to get from Boston to Waterbury by train?
About 2 h 32 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Boston and Waterbury?
No, both are on America/New_York at the moment.
Where these facts come from
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- OurAirports (public domain): airports, runways
- Natural Earth (public domain): map outlines
Data compiled 13 September 2026. Hotel figures are from our booking partner’s catalogue on that date. Journey times on this page are estimates from distance, not timetables; check the operator before you rely on one.