How far is Madison, KS from Salina, KS?
The driving distance from Madison, KS to Salina, KS is about 135.9 miles (218.7 km), with a travel time of about 02h 26m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 93.5 miles (150.4 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 04h 52m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM CST.
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This route works well as a day trip with time at the destination.
Flight Distance
Driving Distance
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Leave and Arrive Planner
Pick a departure time to see your estimated arrival and same-day return window.
Drive time stays fixed at 02h 26m.
A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.
This departure sits inside the recommended comfort window for the route.
Halfway Point
A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.
City in and the county seat of Marion County, Kansas, United States
Route Weather Snapshot
Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.
Slight Chance Rain Showers
Partly Sunny
Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Madison and Salina.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Madison and Salina.
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Start on 3rd Street
22 m · 8 sec · 3rd Street
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Turn left onto West Lincoln Street
128 m · 11 sec · West Lincoln Street
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Turn right onto 4th Street
1024 ft · 26 sec · 4th Street
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Turn left onto West Madison
1.4 km · 2 min · West Madison
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5
Turn right
19 mi · 30 min
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Turn left onto West South Avenue
1.5 mi · 3 min · West South Avenue
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Turn right onto Prairie Street
2680 ft · 1 min · Prairie Street
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Turn left onto West 6th Avenue
1.3 mi · 2 min · West 6th Avenue
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Enter the roundabout and take exit 2 toward the route
74 m · 3 sec
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Exit the roundabout
24.6 mi · 29 min
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Take the exit slight right toward KS 150 West: Marion
856 ft · 24 sec
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Turn straight
16.5 mi · 19 min
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Enter the roundabout and take exit 2 toward the route
58 m · 3 sec
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Exit the roundabout
36.1 mi · 42 min
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Take the ramp right
1044 ft · 26 sec
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Merge slight left
32.6 mi · 33 min
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Take the exit slight right toward KS 140
815 ft · 21 sec
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Turn right onto West State Street
2107 ft · 40 sec · West State Street
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Keep slight right
131 m · 9 sec
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Turn straight onto West State Street
1.5 km · 2 min · West State Street
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Turn right onto North College Avenue
116 m · 16 sec · North College Avenue
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Turn left onto West Iron Avenue
2400 ft · 1 min · West Iron Avenue
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Turn right onto South 8th Street
28 m · 4 sec · South 8th Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · South 8th Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Madison and Salina.
Interchange-aware route
The drive includes several ramps, exits, or merges, so checking the next few maneuvers before busy interchanges is useful.
KS 150 West
Exit the roundabout
36.1 mi · 00h 42m
Route Summary
A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.
A comfortable day-trip route
This route works well as a day trip. You can leave in the morning, spend meaningful time at the destination, and still return the same day.
Slight Chance Rain Showers leaving Madison and Partly Sunny near Salina.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Madison to Salina?
The road trip is about 135.9 miles (218.7 km) and usually takes 02h 26m in normal driving conditions.
Is this a same-day trip or an overnight route?
This route works well as a day trip. You can leave in the morning, spend meaningful time at the destination, and still return the same day.
What is the halfway point on this route?
Marion is a useful midpoint, sitting about 67.9 miles from Madison and 68 miles from Salina.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 93.5 miles (150.4 km), while the road route adds roughly 42.4 extra miles because roads do not follow the straight air line.
When is the best time to leave for this route?
A good departure window is usually 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM CST. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 1:38 PM CST.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $18.43 one way or $36.86 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 42.6 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Slight Chance Rain Showers around Madison and Partly Sunny near Salina.
Stop Ideas Near Marion
Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.
Transit and Meeting Points
Useful pickup, handoff, or rendezvous points close to Marion.
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Hutchinson
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Madison and Salina. Straight-line distance: 93.48 mi (150.44 km).
#1 Madison
City in Kansas, United States
| Population | 606 |
| Coordinates | 38.1355800, -96.1358300 |
| Altitude | 334 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Salina
The most populous city in Saline County, Kansas.
| Population | 46,274 |
| Coordinates | 38.8402800, -97.6114200 |
| Altitude | 373 |
| Country | United States |
End: South 8th Street (-97.611466, 38.840281)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 219 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 04h 31m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 03h 23m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 02h 43m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 02h 15m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01h 56m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 41m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
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| Regular gas | $3.85 | $18.43 | $36.86 |
| Mid-grade | $4.22 | $20.22 | $40.45 |
| Premium | $4.58 | $21.94 | $43.88 |
| Diesel | $5.96 | $28.56 | $57.13 |
Assumes 8.3 L/100 km (about 28.3 MPG). CO2 is an estimate and varies by vehicle, fuel blend, traffic, and terrain.
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