Madison, Wisconsin to Springfield, Illinois: Road Trip Guide & Distance

How far is Madison, Wisconsin from Springfield, Illinois?

The distance from Madison, Wisconsin to Springfield, Illinois is 226.4 miles (364.3 km) as the crow flies. Springfield, Illinois is located S of Madison, Wisconsin. By car, the driving distance is approximately 283 miles, taking about 5h 42min. A direct flight would take roughly 57min. Both are located in United States — Madison, Wisconsin in Wisconsin and Springfield, Illinois 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.

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