Madison, Wisconsin to Milwaukee: Road Trip Guide & Distance

75.5 miles 121.5 km · straight line
79.2 miles actual route 127.5 km · driving distance
1h 38min estimated drive time
$8 - $9 estimated fuel cost
~39min flight time · usually no direct flights
91° E bearing direction

How far is Madison, Wisconsin from Milwaukee?

The distance from Madison, Wisconsin to Milwaukee is 75.5 miles (121.5 km) as the crow flies. Milwaukee is located E of Madison, Wisconsin. By car, the driving distance is approximately 79.2 miles, taking about 1h 38min. A direct flight would take roughly 39min. Both are located in United States.

This is a quick and easy drive, perfect for a day trip or weekend getaway. You can easily make the round trip in a single day. Heading East means you'll be driving into the sunrise if you start early. Keep your windshield clean for the best visibility. 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 Madison, Wisconsin and Milwaukee. The driving distance uses an OSRM road-route result when route data is available. Fuel, flight, bus, and train values are planning estimates and can change by date, provider, road closures, and border rules.

How to Get from Madison, Wisconsin to Milwaukee

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 1h 38min $8 - $9 Flexible stops
Bus ~1h 58min $6–$12* Budget

Suggested Stops Between Madison, Wisconsin & Milwaukee

Quick Facts

Madison, Wisconsin
43.07°N, 89.40°W
America/Chicago
266m elevation
Milwaukee
43.04°N, 87.91°W
America/Chicago
188m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 25 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 6 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 329.8 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM