Madison, Wisconsin to Rockford: Road Trip Guide & Distance

How far is Madison, Wisconsin from Rockford?

The distance from Madison, Wisconsin to Rockford is 57.5 miles (92.6 km) as the crow flies. Rockford is located SSE of Madison, Wisconsin. By car, the driving distance is approximately 74.8 miles, taking about 1h 30min. A direct flight would take roughly 37min. Both are located in United States — Madison, Wisconsin in Wisconsin and Rockford in Illinois.

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 Rockford. 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.