Driving from Chicago to Madison
Madison lies 198 km (123 mi) north-west of Chicago, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there.
Driving takes about 2 h 41 min without stops, over roughly 241 km (150 mi) of road; add breaks, fuel and any border.
| Chicago | Madison | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | United States | United States |
| Population | 2.7 million | 280,305 |
| Elevation | 180 m (591 ft) | 272 m (892 ft) |
| Time now | UTC-5 (America/Chicago) | UTC-5 (America/Chicago) |
| Postal codes | 60601–60701 | 53701–53794 |
Where to book car hire from Chicago to Madison
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Staying in Madison
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Common questions
How far is Madison from Chicago?
198 km (123 mi) in a straight line, north-west of Chicago; by road roughly 241 km (150 mi).
How long does it take to get from Chicago to Madison by car?
About 2 h 41 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Chicago and Madison?
No, both are on America/Chicago at the moment.
Where these facts come from
- GeoNames (CC BY 4.0): population, elevation, time zone, postal codes
- Wikidata (CC0): area, sister cities, visitor numbers, heritage listings, stations and ports
- OurAirports (public domain): airports, runways
- Natural Earth (public domain): map outlines
Data compiled 13 September 2026. Hotel figures are from our booking partner’s catalogue on that date. Journey times on this page are estimates from distance, not timetables; check the operator before you rely on one.