Glendale Heights to Madison, Wisconsin: Road Trip Guide & Distance

How far is Glendale Heights from Madison, Wisconsin?

The distance from Glendale Heights to Madison, Wisconsin is 105.1 miles (169.1 km) as the crow flies. Madison, Wisconsin is located NW of Glendale Heights. By car, the driving distance is approximately 131.4 miles, taking about 2h 39min. A direct flight would take roughly 43min. Both are located in United States — Glendale Heights 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 Glendale Heights 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.