Apostle Islands to Madison, Wisconsin: Road Trip Guide & Distance

275.3 miles 443 km · straight line
344.1 miles estimated 553.8 km · driving distance
6h 55min estimated drive time
$33 - $41 estimated fuel cost
~1h 3min flight time
166° SSE bearing direction

How far is Apostle Islands from Madison, Wisconsin?

The distance from Apostle Islands to Madison, Wisconsin is 275.3 miles (443 km) as the crow flies. Madison, Wisconsin is located SSE of Apostle Islands. By car, the driving distance is approximately 344.1 miles, taking about 6h 55min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 3min. Both are located in United States.

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. Heading East means you'll be driving into the sunrise if you start early. Keep your windshield clean for the best visibility.

Coordinates come from public place data for Apostle Islands 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 Apostle Islands to Madison, Wisconsin

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 6h 55min $33 - $41 Flexible stops
Fly ~1h 3min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~8h 18min $28–$52* Budget
Train ~6h 34min $41–$120* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Apostle Islands & Madison, Wisconsin

Quick Facts

Apostle Islands
46.95°N, 90.70°W
America/Chicago
0m 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 92 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 23 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 90.5 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients