Danville, Illinois to Madison, Wisconsin: Road Trip Guide & Distance

223.3 miles 359.4 km · straight line
279.2 miles estimated 449.3 km · driving distance
5h 37min estimated drive time
$27 - $33 estimated fuel cost
~57min flight time
336° NNW bearing direction

How far is Danville, Illinois from Madison, Wisconsin?

The distance from Danville, Illinois to Madison, Wisconsin is 223.3 miles (359.4 km) as the crow flies. Madison, Wisconsin is located NNW of Danville, Illinois. By car, the driving distance is approximately 279.2 miles, taking about 5h 37min. A direct flight would take roughly 57min. Both are located in United States — Danville, Illinois in Illinois 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 Danville, Illinois 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 Danville, Illinois to Madison, Wisconsin

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 5h 37min $27 - $33 Flexible stops
Fly ~57min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~6h 44min $22–$42* Budget
Train ~5h 20min $34–$98* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Danville, Illinois & Madison, Wisconsin

Quick Facts

Danville, Illinois
40.12°N, 87.63°W
America/Chicago
183m 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 74 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 19 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 111.5 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients