Madison, Wisconsin to Saginaw: Road Trip Guide & Distance

275.3 miles 443.1 km · straight line
344.2 miles estimated 553.9 km · driving distance
6h 55min estimated drive time
$33 - $41 estimated fuel cost
~1h 3min flight time
83° E bearing direction

How far is Madison, Wisconsin from Saginaw?

The distance from Madison, Wisconsin to Saginaw is 275.3 miles (443.1 km) as the crow flies. Saginaw is located E of Madison, Wisconsin. By car, the driving distance is approximately 344.2 miles, taking about 6h 55min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 3min. Both are located in United States — Madison, Wisconsin in Wisconsin and Saginaw 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 Saginaw. 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 Saginaw

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 6h 55min $33 - $41 Flexible stops
Fly ~1h 3min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~8h 18min $28–$52* Budget
Train ~6h 34min $41–$120* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Madison, Wisconsin & Saginaw

Quick Facts

Madison, Wisconsin
43.07°N, 89.40°W
America/Chicago
266m elevation
Saginaw
43.42°N, 83.95°W
America/Detroit
177m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 92 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 23 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 90.4 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients