Madison, Wisconsin to West Lafayette: Road Trip Guide & Distance

223.5 miles 359.7 km · straight line
279.4 miles estimated 449.6 km · driving distance
5h 37min estimated drive time
$27 - $33 estimated fuel cost
~57min flight time
144° SE bearing direction

How far is Madison, Wisconsin from West Lafayette?

The distance from Madison, Wisconsin to West Lafayette is 223.5 miles (359.7 km) as the crow flies. West Lafayette is located SE of Madison, Wisconsin. By car, the driving distance is approximately 279.4 miles, taking about 5h 37min. A direct flight would take roughly 57min. Both are located in United States — Madison, Wisconsin in Wisconsin and West Lafayette in Indiana.

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 West Lafayette. 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 West Lafayette

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 5h 37min $27 - $33 Flexible stops
Fly ~57min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~6h 44min $22–$42* Budget
Train ~5h 20min $34–$98* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Madison, Wisconsin & West Lafayette

Quick Facts

Madison, Wisconsin
43.07°N, 89.40°W
America/Chicago
266m elevation
West Lafayette
40.43°N, 86.91°W
America/Indiana/Indianapolis
186m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 75 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 19 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 111.4 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients