Elgin to Madison by train
Madison lies 147 km (91 mi) north-west of Elgin, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there.
By rail the journey is about 2 h at the speeds typical of United States rail, over roughly 180 km (112 mi) of track; the operator’s timetable is the number that counts.
| Elgin | Madison | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | United States | United States |
| Population | 112,111 | 280,305 |
| Elevation | 229 m (751 ft) | 272 m (892 ft) |
| Time now | UTC-5 (America/Chicago) | UTC-5 (America/Chicago) |
| Stations on record | Elgin, National Street, Big Timber Road | Madison Milwaukee Road depot |
| Postal codes | 60120–60124 | 53701–53794 |
Where to book trains from Elgin to Madison
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Common questions
How far is Madison from Elgin?
147 km (91 mi) in a straight line, north-west of Elgin; by road roughly 180 km (112 mi).
How long does it take to get from Elgin to Madison by train?
About 2 h, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Elgin 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 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.