Madison, Wisconsin to Winnipeg: Road Trip Guide & Distance

597.4 miles 961.4 km · straight line
716.9 miles estimated 1153.7 km · driving distance
14h 25min estimated drive time
$69 - $85 estimated fuel cost
~1h 42min flight time
325° NW bearing direction

How far is Madison, Wisconsin from Winnipeg?

The distance from Madison, Wisconsin to Winnipeg is 597.4 miles (961.4 km) as the crow flies. Winnipeg is located NW of Madison, Wisconsin. By car, the driving distance is approximately 716.9 miles, taking about 14h 25min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 42min. Madison, Wisconsin is in Wisconsin, United States, while Winnipeg is in Manitoba, Canada.

This is a serious multi-day road trip! We strongly recommend breaking this journey up with an overnight stay to ensure you arrive safely and refreshed. Since you'll be heading mostly West, pack a good pair of sunglasses if you plan to drive during the late afternoon to avoid the harsh sun glare. Keep in mind this route crosses international borders. Don't forget your passport, and check current border crossing times and vehicle insurance requirements.

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

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 14h 25min $69 - $85 Flexible stops
Fly ~1h 42min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~17h 18min $57–$108* Budget
Train ~18h 45min $86–$251* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Madison, Wisconsin & Winnipeg

Quick Facts

Madison, Wisconsin
43.07°N, 89.40°W
America/Chicago
266m elevation
Winnipeg
49.90°N, 97.14°W
America/Winnipeg
238m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 199 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 50 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 41.7 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients