Algonquin to Madison, Wisconsin: Road Trip Guide & Distance

84.3 miles 135.6 km · straight line
105.3 miles estimated 169.5 km · driving distance
2h 7min estimated drive time
$10 - $12 estimated fuel cost
~40min flight time · usually no direct flights
318° NW bearing direction

How far is Algonquin from Madison, Wisconsin?

The distance from Algonquin to Madison, Wisconsin is 84.3 miles (135.6 km) as the crow flies. Madison, Wisconsin is located NW of Algonquin. By car, the driving distance is approximately 105.3 miles, taking about 2h 7min. A direct flight would take roughly 40min. Both are located in United States — Algonquin in Illinois and Madison, Wisconsin in Wisconsin.

This is a quick and easy drive, perfect for a day trip or weekend getaway. You can easily make the round trip in a single day. Since you'll be heading mostly West, pack a good pair of sunglasses if you plan to drive during the late afternoon to avoid the harsh sun glare. Given the short distance, driving or taking a train is often faster and more convenient than dealing with airport security and flight boarding times.

Coordinates come from public place data for Algonquin and Madison, Wisconsin. The driving distance is estimated from straight-line distance with a road-factor model, so confirm the route in your navigation app. Fuel, flight, bus, and train values are planning estimates and can change by date, provider, road closures, and border rules.

How to Get from Algonquin to Madison, Wisconsin

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 2h 7min $10 - $12 Flexible stops
Bus ~2h 32min $8–$16* Budget
Train ~2h 1min $13–$37* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Algonquin & Madison, Wisconsin

Quick Facts

Algonquin
42.17°N, 88.29°W
America/Chicago
226m elevation
Madison, Wisconsin
43.07°N, 89.40°W
America/Chicago
266m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 28 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 7 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 295.5 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients