Madison, Wisconsin to Raleigh: Road Trip Guide & Distance

How far is Madison, Wisconsin from Raleigh?

The distance from Madison, Wisconsin to Raleigh is 763 miles (1227.9 km) as the crow flies. Raleigh is located SE of Madison, Wisconsin. By car, the driving distance is approximately 943.7 miles, taking about 18h 20min. A direct flight would take roughly 2h 2min. Both are located in United States — Madison, Wisconsin in Wisconsin and Raleigh in North Carolina.

This is a serious multi-day road trip! We strongly recommend breaking this journey up with an overnight stay to ensure you arrive safely and refreshed. Heading East means you'll be driving into the sunrise if you start early. Keep your windshield clean for the best visibility. For a trip of this distance, flying is significantly faster. However, driving offers the flexibility to explore stops along the way.

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