How far is Wisconsin Dells, WI from Madison, WI?
The driving distance from Wisconsin Dells, WI to Madison, WI is about 55.9 miles (89.9 km), with a travel time of about 01h 14m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 42.6 miles (68.5 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 02h 28m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM CDT.
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This route works well as a day trip with time at the destination.
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Leave and Arrive Planner
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Drive time stays fixed at 01h 14m.
A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.
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Halfway Point
A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.
Human settlement in Columbia County, Wisconsin, United States of America
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Wisconsin Dells and Madison.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Wisconsin Dells and Madison.
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Start on Broadway
1.6 mi · 4 min · Broadway
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Take the ramp straight
3076 ft · 1 min
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Merge slight left
44.1 mi · 47 min
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Take the exit slight right toward US-51: Madison, De Forest
1781 ft · 44 sec
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Keep slight right to continue on US-51 SOUTH
770 ft · 19 sec
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Turn straight onto US Highway 51
1222 ft · 23 sec · US Highway 51
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Turn right onto County Highway CV
2.5 mi · 5 min · County Highway CV
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Continue on Packers Avenue
1.5 mi · 3 min · Packers Avenue
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Turn straight onto State Highway 113
824 ft · 20 sec · State Highway 113
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Continue on Packers Avenue
1.4 mi · 3 min · Packers Avenue
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Continue on Pennsylvania Avenue
1.1 km · 1 min · Pennsylvania Avenue
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Continue on East Johnson Street
2345 ft · 1 min · East Johnson Street
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Continue on East Gorham Street
1.7 mi · 5 min · East Gorham Street
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Continue on University Avenue
1949 ft · 1 min · University Avenue
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · University Avenue
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Wisconsin Dells and Madison.
Straightforward drive
The saved road route has a manageable number of maneuvers and should be easy to follow with normal attention to signs.
Broadway
Merge slight left
44.1 mi · 00h 47m
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.
Mostly Cloudy leaving Wisconsin Dells and Mostly Cloudy near Madison.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Wisconsin Dells to Madison?
The road trip is about 55.9 miles (89.9 km) and usually takes 01h 14m 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?
Dekorra is a useful midpoint, sitting about 27.9 miles from Wisconsin Dells and 28 miles from Madison.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 42.6 miles (68.5 km), while the road route adds roughly 13.3 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 CDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 4:02 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $8.91 one way or $17.82 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 17.5 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Mostly Cloudy around Wisconsin Dells and Mostly Cloudy near Madison.
Stop Ideas Near Dekorra
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 Dekorra.
Portage
Wisconsin Dells
Columbus
Madison, Wisconsin
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Wisconsin Dells and Madison. Straight-line distance: 42.58 mi (68.52 km).
#1 Wisconsin Dells
City in Wisconsin, United States
| Population | 247 |
| Coordinates | 43.6274794, -89.7709579 |
| Altitude | 277 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Madison
City in and county seat of Dane County, Wisconsin, United States, and the capital city of Wisconsin
| Population | 6,667 |
| Coordinates | 43.0730500, -89.4012300 |
| Altitude | 267 |
| Country | United States |
End: Madison (-89.40123, 43.07305)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 90 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 01h 51m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 01h 23m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 01h 07m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 55m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 47m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 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 | $4.52 | $8.91 | $17.82 |
| Mid-grade | $5.02 | $9.90 | $19.79 |
| Premium | $5.66 | $11.15 | $22.30 |
| Diesel | $6.27 | $12.35 | $24.70 |
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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