Bettendorf to Madison, Wisconsin: Road Trip Guide & Distance

121.2 miles 195.1 km · straight line
151.6 miles estimated 243.9 km · driving distance
3h 3min estimated drive time
$15 - $18 estimated fuel cost
~45min flight time · usually no direct flights
28° NNE bearing direction

How far is Bettendorf from Madison, Wisconsin?

The distance from Bettendorf to Madison, Wisconsin is 121.2 miles (195.1 km) as the crow flies. Madison, Wisconsin is located NNE of Bettendorf. By car, the driving distance is approximately 151.6 miles, taking about 3h 3min. A direct flight would take roughly 45min. Both are located in United States — Bettendorf in Iowa 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. Heading East means you'll be driving into the sunrise if you start early. Keep your windshield clean for the best visibility. 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 Bettendorf 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 Bettendorf to Madison, Wisconsin

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 3h 3min $15 - $18 Flexible stops
Bus ~3h 40min $12–$23* Budget
Train ~2h 54min $18–$53* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Bettendorf & Madison, Wisconsin

Quick Facts

Bettendorf
41.52°N, 90.52°W
America/Chicago
173m 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 40 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 10 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 205.4 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients