Day trip from Madison to Rockford
Rockford lies 93 km (58 mi) south of Madison, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there.
At 93 km (58 mi) apart, Rockford is a realistic day trip from Madison: about 1 h 30 min each way by road.
| Madison | Rockford | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | United States | United States |
| Population | 280,305 | 148,278 |
| Elevation | 272 m (892 ft) | 224 m (735 ft) |
| Time now | UTC-5 (America/Chicago) | UTC-5 (America/Chicago) |
| Postal codes | 53701–53794 | 61101–61126 |
Where to book tours and tickets in Rockford
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Staying in Rockford
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Common questions
How far is Rockford from Madison?
93 km (58 mi) in a straight line, south of Madison; by road roughly 113 km (70 mi).
How long does it take to get from Madison to Rockford by road?
About 1 h 30 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Madison and Rockford?
No, both are on America/Chicago at the moment.
Where these facts come from
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- 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 14 September 2026. Hotel and hostel 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.