Madison, Wisconsin to Watertown, Wisconsin: Road Trip Guide & Distance

34.9 miles 56.2 km · straight line
45.4 miles estimated 73.1 km · driving distance
55min estimated drive time
$4 - $5 estimated fuel cost
~34min flight time · usually no direct flights
76° ENE bearing direction

How far is Madison, Wisconsin from Watertown, Wisconsin?

The distance from Madison, Wisconsin to Watertown, Wisconsin is 34.9 miles (56.2 km) as the crow flies. Watertown, Wisconsin is located ENE of Madison, Wisconsin. By car, the driving distance is approximately 45.4 miles, taking about 55min. A direct flight would take roughly 34min. Both are located in United States.

This is a very short trip, perfect for a quick morning drive or an easy commute. 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 Watertown, Wisconsin. 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 Watertown, Wisconsin

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 55min $4 - $5 Flexible stops

Quick Facts

Madison, Wisconsin
43.07°N, 89.40°W
America/Chicago
266m elevation
Watertown, Wisconsin
43.19°N, 88.73°W
America/Chicago
260m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 12 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 3 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 713.1 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients