Madison, Wisconsin to Manhattan: Road Trip Guide & Distance

How far is Madison, Wisconsin from Manhattan?

The distance from Madison, Wisconsin to Manhattan is 459.6 miles (739.6 km) as the crow flies. Manhattan is located WSW of Madison, Wisconsin. By car, the driving distance is approximately 551.5 miles, taking about 11h 6min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 25min. Both are located in United States — Madison, Wisconsin in Wisconsin and Manhattan in Kansas.

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 Madison, Wisconsin and Manhattan. 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.