Origin
Delavan, WI
Evening in Delavan on Sunday
Local time
6:59 PM
CDT
Current temp
47°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Delavan, WI to Franklin, WI
Drive Time
58m
Distance
41.7 mi
67 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$6
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 53m
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6 AM
0h 58m
8 AM
1h 8m
10 AM
1h 2m
12 PM
1h 1m
3 PM
1h 2m
5 PM
1h 7m
8 PM
0h 55m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Delavan, WI
Tom Fisk
Franklin, WI
Tom Fisk
Trip Overview
If you are planning a quick excursion through Wisconsin, the 41.7-mile journey from Delavan to Franklin is a straightforward trip that typically takes about 58 minutes. This route is perfectly suited for a single-day outing, requiring no overnight stays or complex logistics. You can expect to spend approximately $6 on fuel for the trek, making it an affordable option for a weekend or weekday drive. Navigating through the Midwest, you will transition from Delavan toward Franklin using a combination of South 7th Street, East Geneva Street, and I-43 North. Given the short duration and minimal distance, this drive serves as an efficient connection between these two locations without the need for extensive travel preparation.
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
20.9 miles from Delavan, WI
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 29m into the drive .
Drive Character
Expect a turn-heavy local driving experience as you navigate away from Delavan. Unlike long interstate hauls, this route features zero percent highway share, meaning you will spend the entirety of the trip on local roads rather than high-speed thoroughfares. The road conditions shift from the initial turns on South 7th Street, where there is no extended straight stretch, to the segments involving East Geneva Street and I-43 North. You will find that the lack of monotony keeps you engaged, as the route requires consistent attention to turns and transitions. It is a practical, functional drive that prioritizes local connectivity over sustained highway cruising.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 16 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
South 7th 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 Delavan, WI to Franklin, WI is easy. At 58m 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 Delavan, WI to Franklin, WI is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| South 7th Street | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| East Geneva Street | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| I 43 North | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| WI 20 | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| North Street | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Highway 20 | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| High Drive | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| West Main Street | Unavailable | Refreshing |
Per-road distance and duration are being refreshed from OSRM for this route.
Longest stretch:
South 7th Street
— detailed segment metrics are refreshing.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Delavan, WI and Franklin, WI.
1
Start on East Walworth Avenue
0.2 mi
·
38 sec
·
East Walworth Avenue
2
Turn right onto South 7th Street
0.4 mi
·
1 min
·
South 7th Street
3
Turn left onto East Geneva Street
1.0 mi
·
3 min
·
East Geneva Street
4
Turn left onto I 43 North
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
I 43 North
5
Merge slight left
16 mi
·
17 min
6
Take the exit slight right toward WI 20: East Troy, Waterford
0.3 mi
·
43 sec
·
WI 20: East Troy, Waterford
7
Keep slight right
151 ft
·
4 sec
8
Turn right onto North Street
0.6 mi
·
55 sec
·
North Street
9
Continue on State Highway 20
4.1 mi
·
5 min
·
State Highway 20
10
Continue on High Drive
3.9 mi
·
5 min
·
High Drive
11
Continue on West Main Street
1.7 mi
·
4 min
·
West Main Street
12
Turn left onto State Highway 36
6.5 mi
·
8 min
·
State Highway 36
13
Continue on Loomis Road
6.0 mi
·
8 min
·
Loomis Road
14
Turn right
79 ft
·
9 sec
15
Turn left
141 ft
·
10 sec
16
Arrive at your destination
Trip Plan
Since this is a short trip under an hour, you have significant flexibility with your departure time to avoid local traffic patterns. You will not need to plan for any formal stops along the way, though keeping an eye on your fuel gauge before leaving Delavan is wise given the estimated $6 cost. Because the route relies heavily on local streets rather than a long, single-stretch highway, remain alert for changing speed limits as you move through different zones. Make sure to double-check your navigation before hitting South 7th Street, as the turn-heavy nature of the drive makes it easy to miss a turn if you aren't paying close attention. Enjoy the ease of a drive that gets you from point A to point B in less than an hour.
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 20.9 miles from Delavan, WI, or about 29m 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 41.7 miles or 58m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 20.9 miles or 29m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 49m
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 Delavan, WI so your first major turns are already loaded.
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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 Delavan, WI
This is one driving day of about 41.7 miles and 58m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Delavan, 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 20.9 mi from Delavan, WI · 29m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
21 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 41.7 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 20.9 miles from Delavan, 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
$6.33 one way
$12.67 round trip
$3.86/gal
25.4 MPG avg
15 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.25 | $6.98 | $13.96 |
| premium | $4.80 | $7.87 | $15.74 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $9.26 | $18.53 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$6
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$31–$56
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 14.6 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $4 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 12.5 | 0 | $4.38 | $2.00 |
| Efficient EV | 10.4 | 0 | $3.65 | $1.67 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 16.7 | 0 | $5.84 | $2.67 |
Gas CO2
15 kg
EV CO2
5 kg (67% 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
6:59 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
6 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
58m 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 Delavan, WI to Franklin, WI covers 41.7 miles and takes about 58m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are South 7th Street, East Geneva Street, I 43 North. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 20.9 miles from Delavan, WI. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $6.33 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 Delavan, WI to Franklin, WI is easy. At 58m 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 Delavan, WI to Franklin, WI is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
The route from Delavan, WI to Franklin, WI does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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