The driving distance from Chicago, Illinois to Madison, Wisconsin is:
148 miles / 238 km
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Driving distance from Chicago, IL to Madison, WI
The total driving distance from Chicago, IL to Madison, WI is 148 miles or 238 kilometers.
Your trip begins in Chicago, Illinois. It ends in Madison, Wisconsin.
If you are planning a road trip, you might also want to calculate the total driving time from Chicago, IL to Madison, WI so you can see when you'll arrive at your destination.
You can also calculate the cost of driving from Chicago, IL to Madison, WI based on current local fuel prices and an estimate of your car's best gas mileage.
If you're meeting a friend, you might be interested in finding the city that is halfway between Chicago, IL and Madison, WI.
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