Origin
Combined Locks, WI
Evening in Combined Locks on Sunday
Local time
5:32 PM
CDT
Current temp
45°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Combined Locks, WI to Franklin, WI
Drive Time
2h 16m
Distance
115.2 mi
185 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$18
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
2h 7m
★
6 AM
2h 17m
8 AM
2h 36m
10 AM
2h 23m
12 PM
2h 22m
3 PM
2h 24m
5 PM
2h 35m
8 PM
2h 11m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Combined Locks, WI
Athena Sandrini
Franklin, WI
Tom Fisk
Trip Overview
Spanning 115.2 miles, the journey from Combined Locks to Franklin is a straightforward 2-hour and 16-minute excursion across Wisconsin. Because this route stays off major highways entirely, it functions perfectly as a simple day trip that requires no overnight stay. You should budget approximately $16 for fuel to complete the trek. Navigating through the Midwest, the path relies on local infrastructure rather than high-speed corridors. This drive is ideal if you prefer a direct, no-fuss connection between these two locations. Whether you are heading out for business or visiting family, the trip is manageable enough to handle in a single session without needing to budget for extra travel days.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Break Rhythm
0 planned breaks
A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
Midpoint
57.6 miles from Combined Locks, WI
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 8m into the drive .
Drive Character
Expect a turn-heavy local drive that demands your full attention behind the wheel. Since there is zero highway usage on this route, you will be navigating via South Washington Street, East Kennedy Avenue, and South Railroad Street for the duration of the 115.2-mile trip. The longest uninterrupted stretch is negligible, as you will be frequently adjusting your path through local corridors. This is not a high-speed interstate cruise; instead, it is a technical, winding experience that keeps you engaged with the local road network. Prepare for a steady pace as you transition between these specific local arteries throughout the drive.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 20 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
South Washington Street is one of the defining roads on this drive.
How Hard Is This Drive?
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. Navigation is very simple — set it and forget it for most of the drive.
Route Complexity
1/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
The drive from Combined Locks, WI to Franklin, WI is easy. At 2h 16m with 0% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
Where does it get tricky?
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Combined Locks, WI to Franklin, WI is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| South Washington Street | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| East Kennedy Avenue | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| South Railroad Street | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| County Road CE | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| East College Avenue | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Tri-County Expressway | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Roland Kampo Memorial Bridge | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| I 41 South | Unavailable | Refreshing |
Per-road distance and duration are being refreshed from OSRM for this route.
Longest stretch:
South Washington Street
— detailed segment metrics are refreshing.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Combined Locks, WI and Franklin, WI.
1
Start on Wallace Street
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
Wallace Street
2
At the end of the road, turn left onto South Washington Street
0.3 mi
·
39 sec
·
South Washington Street
3
Turn right onto East Kennedy Avenue
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
East Kennedy Avenue
4
Enter the roundabout and take exit 3 toward South Railroad Street
161 ft
·
9 sec
·
South Railroad Street
5
Exit the roundabout onto South Railroad Street
0.2 mi
·
27 sec
·
South Railroad Street
6
Turn straight onto County Road CE
0.4 mi
·
33 sec
·
County Road CE
7
Enter the roundabout and take exit 2 toward County Road CE
164 ft
·
3 sec
·
County Road CE
8
Exit the roundabout onto County Road CE
0.4 mi
·
36 sec
·
County Road CE
9
Continue on East College Avenue
0.1 mi
·
18 sec
·
East College Avenue
10
Turn left
0.3 mi
·
44 sec
11
Merge slight left onto Tri-County Expressway
6.4 mi
·
7 min
·
Tri-County Expressway
12
Continue on Roland Kampo Memorial Bridge
0.7 mi
·
47 sec
·
Roland Kampo Memorial Bridge
13
Take the exit slight left toward I 41 South, US 41 South: Milwaukee, Oshkosh
0.8 mi
·
1 min
·
I 41 South, US 41 South: Milwaukee, Oshkosh
14
Merge slight left
98 mi
·
1 hr 49 min
15
Take the exit slight right toward I 43 South, US 45 South: Beloit
0.8 mi
·
1 min
·
I 43 South, US 45 South: Beloit
16
Take the exit slight left toward US 45, WI 100: 108th Street
0.2 mi
·
22 sec
·
US 45, WI 100: 108th Street
17
Keep slight right to continue on WI 100 South, US 45 South
4.8 mi
·
9 min
·
WI 100 South, US 45 South
18
Turn right
85 ft
·
8 sec
19
Turn right
161 ft
·
12 sec
20
Arrive at your destination
Trip Plan
Given the turn-heavy nature of this 2-hour and 16-minute route, plan to leave during daylight hours to ensure you can clearly navigate the frequent transitions between local streets. Since there are no designated stops included in the itinerary, you have the flexibility to pull over whenever you need a break, but keep an eye on your fuel gauge to ensure you stay within your $16 budget. Because you are avoiding major highways, traffic patterns may shift unexpectedly, so stay alert for local congestion. My best piece of advice for this specific drive is to keep your navigation tools active and accessible, as the reliance on local roads like South Railroad Street and East Kennedy Avenue requires constant awareness of upcoming turns.
Morning Departure
Leave by 9 AM and you'll arrive before lunch.
Evening Departure
Even a 4 PM departure gets you there before dark in summer.
You can normally do this drive in one day.
You may only need one short stretch break if traffic stays light.
The halfway point lands around 57.6 miles from Combined Locks, WI, or about 1h 8m into the drive.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
Departure
Before you leave
Start with fuel, water, and navigation already sorted so the first hour feels easy.
First stop
Around 80 miles or 1h 34m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 57.6 miles or 1h 8m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 1h 52m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Franklin, WI than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Combined Locks, WI so your first major turns are already loaded.
+
Leave with enough water and a charging cable within reach, not packed away.
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Check your fuel range against the first long segment, especially if you are starting outside city service areas.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Combined Locks, WI
This is one driving day of about 115.2 miles and 2h 16m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Combined Locks, WI.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
You may only need one short stretch stop if conditions stay smooth.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 57.6 mi from Combined Locks, WI · 1h 8m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
58 mi into the route
Best for: Lunch, fuel, and a longer reset
This sits close to the middle of the route, so it works well for the longest stop of the day.
Pacing Suggestions
Fuel and coffee
A short stop after about 80 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 57.6 miles from Combined Locks, WI, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Franklin, WI
The final approach into Franklin, WI usually feels slower than the middle of the drive, so avoid planning your tightest schedule at the very end.
Try to arrive with enough fuel left to skip an immediate station stop unless you already know the area around Franklin, WI.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$17.50 one way
$35.00 round trip
$3.86/gal
25.4 MPG avg
40 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.25 | $19.29 | $38.58 |
| premium | $4.80 | $21.75 | $43.49 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $25.59 | $51.19 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$18
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$43–$68
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 40.3 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $12 in charging · 0 stops · 68% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 34.6 | 0 | $12.10 | $5.53 |
| Efficient EV | 28.8 | 0 | $10.08 | $4.61 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 46.1 | 0 | $16.13 | $7.37 |
Gas CO2
40 kg
EV CO2
13 kg (68% less)
This trip is well within single-charge range for most EVs. No charging stops needed if you start fully charged.
DC fast charging avg $0.35/kWh. Home charging avg $0.16/kWh. US grid CO2: 0.39 kg/kWh.
Travel Intel
Current conditions at both ends of the drive.
Destination
Franklin, WI
Evening in Franklin on Sunday
Local time
5:32 PM
CDT
Current temp
41°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Seasonal Notes
Summer travel usually means heavier construction, hotter rest stops, and busier weekend traffic around major cities.
Winter travel shortens daylight, so a route that looks manageable on paper can feel much longer after dark.
Holiday weekends tend to make both departure and arrival windows slower than the raw route time suggests.
Time zone
Same local time
Origin and destination are on the same clock, so arrival timing is easier to judge at a glance.
Temperature spread
4 degrees cooler at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
2h 16m on the road
Use the two city cards together: check the sky where you start, then compare it with the local time and temperature at arrival.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
Frequently Asked Questions
The drive from Combined Locks, WI to Franklin, WI covers 115.2 miles and takes about 2h 16m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are South Washington Street, East Kennedy Avenue, South Railroad Street. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 57.6 miles from Combined Locks, WI. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $17.50 one way. This estimate uses 25.4 MPG — your actual cost will vary with your vehicle's fuel efficiency and current gas prices.
Leave by 9 AM and you'll arrive before lunch. Even a 4 PM departure gets you there before dark in summer.
The drive from Combined Locks, WI to Franklin, WI is easy. At 2h 16m with 0% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Combined Locks, WI to Franklin, WI is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
The route from Combined Locks, WI to Franklin, WI does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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