Glen Ellyn to Madison, Wisconsin: Road Trip Guide & Distance

107 miles 172.2 km · straight line
133.8 miles estimated 215.3 km · driving distance
2h 41min estimated drive time
$13 - $16 estimated fuel cost
~43min flight time · usually no direct flights
321° NW bearing direction

How far is Glen Ellyn from Madison, Wisconsin?

The distance from Glen Ellyn to Madison, Wisconsin is 107 miles (172.2 km) as the crow flies. Madison, Wisconsin is located NW of Glen Ellyn. By car, the driving distance is approximately 133.8 miles, taking about 2h 41min. A direct flight would take roughly 43min. Both are located in United States — Glen Ellyn 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. 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 Glen Ellyn 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 Glen Ellyn to Madison, Wisconsin

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 2h 41min $13 - $16 Flexible stops
Bus ~3h 13min $11–$20* Budget
Train ~2h 33min $16–$47* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Glen Ellyn & Madison, Wisconsin

Quick Facts

Glen Ellyn
41.88°N, 88.07°W
America/Chicago
226m 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 36 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 9 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 232.7 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients