Madison, Wisconsin to Pekin: Road Trip Guide & Distance

How far is Madison, Wisconsin from Pekin?

The distance from Madison, Wisconsin to Pekin is 173.5 miles (279.3 km) as the crow flies. Pekin is located S of Madison, Wisconsin. By car, the driving distance is approximately 216.9 miles, taking about 4h 22min. A direct flight would take roughly 51min. Both are located in United States — Madison, Wisconsin in Wisconsin and Pekin in Illinois.

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. 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 Pekin. 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.