Appleton to Madison, Wisconsin: Road Trip Guide & Distance

95.8 miles 154.1 km · straight line
119.7 miles estimated 192.6 km · driving distance
2h 24min estimated drive time
$12 - $14 estimated fuel cost
~42min flight time · usually no direct flights
211° SSW bearing direction

How far is Appleton from Madison, Wisconsin?

The distance from Appleton to Madison, Wisconsin is 95.8 miles (154.1 km) as the crow flies. Madison, Wisconsin is located SSW of Appleton. By car, the driving distance is approximately 119.7 miles, taking about 2h 24min. A direct flight would take roughly 42min. Both are located in United States.

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 Appleton 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 Appleton to Madison, Wisconsin

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 2h 24min $12 - $14 Flexible stops
Bus ~2h 53min $10–$18* Budget
Train ~2h 17min $14–$42* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Appleton & Madison, Wisconsin

Quick Facts

Appleton
44.26°N, 88.42°W
America/Chicago
242m 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 32 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 8 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 260.1 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients