Madison, Wisconsin to Portage: Road Trip Guide & Distance

203.3 miles 327.2 km · straight line
254.1 miles estimated 409 km · driving distance
5h 7min estimated drive time
$24 - $30 estimated fuel cost
~55min flight time
106° ESE bearing direction

How far is Madison, Wisconsin from Portage?

The distance from Madison, Wisconsin to Portage is 203.3 miles (327.2 km) as the crow flies. Portage is located ESE of Madison, Wisconsin. By car, the driving distance is approximately 254.1 miles, taking about 5h 7min. A direct flight would take roughly 55min. Both are located in United States — Madison, Wisconsin in Wisconsin and Portage in Michigan.

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. Heading East means you'll be driving into the sunrise if you start early. Keep your windshield clean for the best visibility.

Coordinates come from public place data for Madison, Wisconsin and Portage. 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 Madison, Wisconsin to Portage

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 5h 7min $24 - $30 Flexible stops
Fly ~55min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~6h 8min $20–$38* Budget
Train ~4h 52min $30–$89* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Madison, Wisconsin & Portage

Quick Facts

Madison, Wisconsin
43.07°N, 89.40°W
America/Chicago
266m elevation
Portage
42.20°N, 85.58°W
America/Detroit
268m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 68 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 17 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 122.5 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients