Lorain to Madison, Wisconsin: Road Trip Guide & Distance

How far is Lorain from Madison, Wisconsin?

The distance from Lorain to Madison, Wisconsin is 385.6 miles (620.5 km) as the crow flies. Madison, Wisconsin is located WNW of Lorain. By car, the driving distance is approximately 462.7 miles, taking about 9h 18min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 17min. Both are located in United States — Lorain in Ohio and Madison, Wisconsin in Wisconsin.

This is a solid day of driving. Be sure to take breaks every 2-3 hours to avoid driver fatigue, and plan your meals ahead of time. 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 Lorain 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.