Jackson, Michigan to Madison, Wisconsin: Road Trip Guide & Distance

260.4 miles 419 km · straight line
325.5 miles estimated 523.8 km · driving distance
6h 33min estimated drive time
$31 - $39 estimated fuel cost
~1h 1min flight time
284° WNW bearing direction

How far is Jackson, Michigan from Madison, Wisconsin?

The distance from Jackson, Michigan to Madison, Wisconsin is 260.4 miles (419 km) as the crow flies. Madison, Wisconsin is located WNW of Jackson, Michigan. By car, the driving distance is approximately 325.5 miles, taking about 6h 33min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 1min. Both are located in United States — Jackson, Michigan in Michigan 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 Jackson, Michigan 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 Jackson, Michigan to Madison, Wisconsin

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 6h 33min $31 - $39 Flexible stops
Fly ~1h 1min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~7h 52min $26–$49* Budget
Train ~6h 13min $39–$114* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Jackson, Michigan & Madison, Wisconsin

Quick Facts

Jackson, Michigan
42.25°N, 84.40°W
America/Detroit
284m 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 87 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 22 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 95.6 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients