Origin
Eagle, WI
Night in Eagle on Wednesday
Local time
10:04 PM
CDT
Current temp
68°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Eagle, WI to Franklin, WI
Last recalculated Apr 16, 2026
Drive Time
46m
Distance
30.3 mi
49 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$5
one way
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 43m
★
6 AM
0h 46m
8 AM
0h 54m
10 AM
0h 49m
12 PM
0h 48m
3 PM
0h 49m
5 PM
0h 54m
8 PM
0h 44m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Eagle, WI
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Franklin, WI
Tom Fisk
Trip Overview
If you are planning a quick excursion from Eagle to Franklin, you will cover 30.3 miles in roughly 46 minutes. This route is perfectly suited for a one-day trip, allowing you to easily complete the journey in under an hour without needing an overnight stay. You can expect to spend about $5 on fuel, making this an incredibly budget-friendly outing within the Midwest. Navigating through Wisconsin, you will transition from Eagle toward Franklin by utilizing a mix of County Highway NN, I-43, and South Lovers Lane Road. Because the drive is short, it offers great flexibility for your schedule, whether you are heading out for a morning errand or an afternoon visit. It is a straightforward, practical trip that gets you between these two Wisconsin locations efficiently.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Break Rhythm
0 planned breaks
This drive is short enough that no stops are needed.
Midpoint
15.2 miles from Eagle, WI
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 23m into the drive .
Drive Character
This trip offers a mixed driving profile that transitions from local roads to major thoroughfares. You will spend about 48% of your time on highways, providing a balanced experience between smaller corridors and faster traffic flow. The most significant portion of the drive is a 14.5-mile stretch on I-43, which serves as the primary artery for the journey. As you move off the local stretches like County Highway NN and onto the interstate, you will notice the road character shift from lower-speed transit to a more consistent highway pace. Navigating South Lovers Lane Road adds a local feel to the final leg of your 30.3-mile transit, rounding out the varied nature of the drive.
Expect a mix of faster highway mileage and slower local approaches near the beginning or end.
There are about 15 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
I 43 is the longest continuous segment at about 14.5 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This route mixes highway mileage with some local-road sections near the start or finish. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near CTH NN / East Main Street.
Route Complexity
4/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
This is a straightforward 46m drive. You will face about 9 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: near the start (CTH NN / East Main Street): Sharp turn - reduce speed on approach; at 8.9 miles: Lane positioning matters here; at 23.8 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 9 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
5
0 mi into trip
|
~0m in
|
CTH NN / East Main Street
Turn sharp left onto CTH NN / East Main Street
Sharp turn - reduce speed on approach
6
8.9 mi into trip
|
~16m in
Turn left
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / left lanes.
7
23.8 mi into trip
|
~33m in
Take the exit toward Layton Avenue
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight left lanes.
Exit 59
Toward Layton Avenue
5
30.3 mi into trip
|
~46m in
Turn right
Navigation decision point
5
30.3 mi into trip
|
~46m in
Turn right
Navigation decision point
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 43 | 14.5 mi | 15m |
| County Highway NN | 6.2 mi | 10m |
| South Lovers Lane Road | 4.4 mi | 8m |
| North Rochester Street | 1.9 mi | 3m |
| West Layton Avenue | 1.1 mi | 2m |
| East Main Street | 0.7 mi | 2m |
| South 108th Street | 0.4 mi | <1m |
| West Saint Martins Road | 0.2 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
I 43
— 14.5 mi, about 15m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Eagle, WI and Franklin, WI.
1
Start on this road
17 ft
·
2 sec
·
this road
2
Turn left onto WI 67
179 ft
·
13 sec
·
North Grove Street
3
Turn sharp left onto CTH NN
0.7 mi
·
2 min
·
East Main Street
4
Continue on CTH NN
6.2 mi
·
10 min
·
County Highway NN
5
Turn right onto WI 83
1.9 mi
·
3 min
·
North Rochester Street
6
Turn left
0.4 mi
·
53 sec
Use the straight / left lanes.
7
Merge onto I 43
15 mi
·
15 min
·
I 43
8
Take the exit
0.4 mi
·
41 sec
Exit 59
Toward Layton Avenue
Use the straight / slight left lanes.
9
Continue on West Layton Avenue
1.1 mi
·
2 min
·
West Layton Avenue
10
Turn right onto WI 100
0.4 mi
·
53 sec
·
South 108th Street
11
Continue on US 45; WI 100
4.4 mi
·
8 min
·
South Lovers Lane Road
12
Continue on US 45; WI 100
0.2 mi
·
24 sec
·
West Saint Martins Road
13
Turn right
87 ft
·
8 sec
14
Turn right
160 ft
·
11 sec
15
Arrive at destination
Trip Plan
Since this is a short 46-minute drive, you have the advantage of total scheduling flexibility, meaning you can depart whenever it best suits your plans. While there are no required stops on this route, keeping an eye on your fuel levels before you leave Eagle ensures you won't need to worry about the $5 cost while in transit. Because the longest uninterrupted stretch is 14.5 miles on I-43, you will find it easy to maintain a steady pace without needing frequent rest breaks. Consider checking local traffic patterns before merging onto I-43 to ensure your arrival in Franklin remains within the estimated duration. Making the most of the short distance allows you to focus on a direct trip, keeping your transit time minimal and your day productive.
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 15.2 miles from Eagle, WI, or about 23m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 14.5 miles.
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 30 miles or 45m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 15.2 miles or 23m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 37m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Franklin, WI than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
+
Have your navigation ready before leaving Eagle, WI.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Eagle, WI
This is one driving day of about 30.3 miles and 46m.
At 30.3 miles this is a quick drive — no planned stops needed.
The longest stretch is on I 43 for about 14.5 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 15.2 mi from Eagle, WI · 23m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
15 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 30 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 15.2 miles from Eagle, WI, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Franklin, WI
Allow a few extra minutes for the final approach into Franklin, WI if you are unfamiliar with the area.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$4.74 one way
$9.47 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
11 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $5.20 | $10.40 |
| premium | $4.89 | $5.83 | $11.66 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $6.69 | $13.38 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$5
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$30–$55
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 10.6 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $3 in charging · 0 stops · 64% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 9.1 | 0 | $3.18 | $1.45 |
| Efficient EV | 7.6 | 0 | $2.65 | $1.21 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 12.1 | 0 | $4.24 | $1.94 |
Gas CO2
11 kg
EV CO2
4 kg (64% 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
Night in Franklin on Wednesday
Local time
10:04 PM
CDT
Current temp
46°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
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
22 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
46m 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 Eagle, WI to Franklin, WI covers 30.3 miles and takes about 46m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 43, County Highway NN, South Lovers Lane Road. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 15.2 miles from Eagle, WI. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $4.74 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.
This is a straightforward 46m drive. You will face about 9 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
The main spots that need attention: near the start (CTH NN / East Main Street): Sharp turn - reduce speed on approach; at 8.9 miles: Lane positioning matters here; at 23.8 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here.
The route from Eagle, WI to Franklin, WI does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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