Origin
Franklin, WI
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9:01 AM
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Current temp
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Trip from Franklin, WI to New Berlin, WI
Compiled and reviewed by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 17, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
3h 56m
Distance
205.7 mi
331 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$32
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
3h 44m
★
6 AM
3h 57m
8 AM
4h 22m
10 AM
4h 6m
12 PM
4h 3m
3 PM
4h 7m
5 PM
4h 21m
8 PM
3h 49m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Franklin, WI
Tom Fisk
New Berlin, WI
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Trip Overview
This 205.7-mile drive from Franklin, WI to New Berlin, WI is a straightforward journey that can easily be completed in a single day, taking approximately 3 hours and 56 minutes. The route is predominantly highway-focused, with 89% of the drive on major roads like I-94. You can expect a fuel cost of around $32 for this trip. Given its manageable length and duration, it's an ideal option for a day trip, allowing for flexibility in your schedule. This journey stays within the Midwest region, specifically within Wisconsin.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Break Rhythm
1 planned break
A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
Midpoint
102.8 miles from Franklin, WI
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 2h 3m into the drive .
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 3h 56m. Total distance: 205.7 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
3h 56m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (89%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Drive Character
Prepare for a highway-focused experience, with the majority of your 205.7 miles spent on major interstates and highways. County Highway C and South Moorland Road will offer brief deviations from the faster pace. The drive features a significant 183.3-mile stretch on I-94, indicating long periods of consistent speed and straightforward navigation. While not a scenic tour, it's an efficient way to cover ground, with 89% of the route utilizing high-speed roads. Expect a predictable driving experience for most of the journey.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 13 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
I 94 is the longest continuous segment at about 183.3 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 94 and County Highway C. You will hit about 8 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 15.7 miles in near WI 54 / Melrose Street.
Driving Effort
5/10
Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 205.7 miles you will encounter 8 spots where lane choice or exit timing matters. Not difficult for experienced highway drivers, but worth previewing the tricky sections before you go.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 15.7 miles (WI 54 / Melrose Street): Navigation decision point; at 18.7 miles (I 94): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 141.1 miles (I 94): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 8 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
4
15.7 mi into trip
|
~27m in
|
WI 54 / Melrose Street
At end of road, turn left onto WI 54 / Melrose Street
Navigation decision point
5
18.7 mi into trip
|
~32m in
|
I 94
Merge onto I 94
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight lane.
8
141.1 mi into trip
|
~2h 44m in
|
I 94
Keep slight left at fork onto I 94 toward I 94: Milwaukee
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 138A
Toward I 94: Milwaukee
7
202 mi into trip
|
~3h 49m in
Take the exit toward I 94 East Alternate: Moorland Road
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 301A-B
Toward I 94 East Alternate: Moorland Road
7
202.4 mi into trip
|
~3h 50m in
Keep slight right at fork toward I 94 Alternate East: New Berlin
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
Toward I 94 Alternate East: New Berlin
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 94 | 183.3 mi | 3h 16m |
| County Highway C | 14.5 mi | 25m |
| South Moorland Road | 3.2 mi | 6m |
| Main Street | 1.7 mi | 2m |
| County Road C | 1.2 mi | 2m |
| Melrose Street | 0.8 mi | 1m |
| South 10th Street | 0.1 mi | <1m |
| Beck Road | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
I 94
— 183.3 mi, about 3h 16m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Franklin, WI and New Berlin, WI.
1
Start on Beck Road
59 ft
·
7 sec
·
Beck Road
2
Turn left onto CTH C
1.2 mi
·
2 min
·
County Road C
3
Continue on CTH C; CTH N
14 mi
·
25 min
·
County Highway C
4
At end of road, turn left onto WI 54
0.8 mi
·
1 min
·
Melrose Street
5
Continue on WI 54
0.1 mi
·
12 sec
·
South 10th Street
6
Turn right onto Main Street
1.7 mi
·
2 min
·
Main Street
7
Take the ramp
0.4 mi
·
54 sec
8
Merge onto I 94
122 mi
·
2 hr 11 min
·
I 94
Use the straight lane.
9
Keep slight left at fork onto I 94
61 mi
·
1 hr 5 min
·
I 94
Exit 138A
Toward I 94: Milwaukee
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
10
Take the exit
0.4 mi
·
56 sec
Exit 301A-B
Toward I 94 East Alternate: Moorland Road
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
11
Keep slight right at fork
183 ft
·
4 sec
Toward I 94 Alternate East: New Berlin
Use the right lane.
12
Turn straight onto CTH O
3.2 mi
·
6 min
·
South Moorland Road
Use the straight lane.
13
Arrive at destination
West National Avenue
Trip Plan
With a total duration of under 4 hours, this trip offers great flexibility. You can depart at your leisure, perhaps avoiding the morning rush hour. The longest stretch on I-94 is 183.3 miles, so plan for one significant stop to stretch your legs and refuel if needed, though the $32 fuel cost suggests a single tank should suffice. Consider a mid-morning departure to enjoy a relaxed drive. Since the route is primarily highway, keeping an eye on traffic advisories for I-94 before you leave will be your most crucial planning step.
Morning Departure
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left.
Evening Departure
A late afternoon start means arriving after dark. Morning is better.
You can normally do this drive in one day.
Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 102.8 miles from Franklin, WI, or about 2h 3m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 183.3 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 45 miles or 1h 1m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 102.8 miles or 2h 3m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 3h 13m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near New Berlin, WI than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Franklin, 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 Franklin, WI
This is one driving day of about 205.7 miles and 3h 56m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 45 miles from Franklin, WI.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
Plan about 1 real break rather than only quick fuel stops.
The longest stretch is on I 94 for about 183.3 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 102.8 mi from Franklin, WI · 2h 3m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
103 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 45 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 102.8 miles from Franklin, WI, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel checkTop up before I 94 if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 183.3 miles.
Arriving in New Berlin, WI
The final approach into New Berlin, 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 New Berlin, WI.
After long uninterrupted mileage, take five minutes before the last urban segment to reset and refocus on exits, merges, and city traffic.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$32.16 one way
$64.32 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
72 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $35.31 | $70.62 |
| premium | $4.89 | $39.59 | $79.17 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $45.42 | $90.83 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$32
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$57–$82
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 72 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $22 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 61.7 | 0 | $21.60 | $9.87 |
| Efficient EV | 51.4 | 0 | $18.00 | $8.23 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 82.3 | 1 | $28.80 | $13.16 |
Gas CO2
72 kg
EV CO2
24 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
New Berlin, WI
Morning in New Berlin on Friday
Local time
9:01 AM
CDT
Current temp
63°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
19 degrees warmer at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
3h 56m 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 Franklin, WI to New Berlin, WI covers 205.7 miles and takes about 3h 56m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 94, County Highway C, South Moorland Road. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 102.8 miles from Franklin, WI. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $32.16 one way. This estimate uses 25.4 MPG — your actual cost will vary with your vehicle's fuel efficiency and current gas prices.
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left. A late afternoon start means arriving after dark. Morning is better.
Plan about 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, or rest. A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 205.7 miles you will encounter 8 spots where lane choice or exit timing matters. Not difficult for experienced highway drivers, but worth previewing the tricky sections before you go.
The main spots that need attention: at 15.7 miles (WI 54 / Melrose Street): Navigation decision point; at 18.7 miles (I 94): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 141.1 miles (I 94): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
The route from Franklin, WI to New Berlin, WI does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
How this page is built
Compiled by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy from open government datasets — OSRM over OpenStreetMap for geometry, and EIA for fuel prices. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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