Anderson, Indiana to Madison, Wisconsin: Road Trip Guide & Distance

281 miles 452.3 km · straight line
351.3 miles estimated 565.4 km · driving distance
7h 4min estimated drive time
$34 - $42 estimated fuel cost
~1h 4min flight time
318° NW bearing direction

How far is Anderson, Indiana from Madison, Wisconsin?

The distance from Anderson, Indiana to Madison, Wisconsin is 281 miles (452.3 km) as the crow flies. Madison, Wisconsin is located NW of Anderson, Indiana. By car, the driving distance is approximately 351.3 miles, taking about 7h 4min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 4min. Both are located in United States — Anderson, Indiana in Indiana and Madison, Wisconsin in Wisconsin.

For a drive of this length, it's recommended to plan at least one quick rest stop to stretch your legs and grab a coffee. 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.

Coordinates come from public place data for Anderson, Indiana 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 Anderson, Indiana to Madison, Wisconsin

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 7h 4min $34 - $42 Flexible stops
Fly ~1h 4min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~8h 29min $28–$53* Budget
Train ~6h 43min $42–$123* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Anderson, Indiana & Madison, Wisconsin

Quick Facts

Anderson, Indiana
40.11°N, 85.68°W
America/Indiana/Indianapolis
268m 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 94 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 23 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 88.6 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients