Origin
Franklin, WI
Afternoon in Franklin on Sunday
Local time
4:16 PM
CDT
Current temp
41°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Franklin, WI to Combined Locks, WI
Drive Time
2h 16m
Distance
114.9 mi
185 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$17
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
2h 7m
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6 AM
2h 17m
8 AM
2h 36m
10 AM
2h 23m
12 PM
2h 21m
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.
Franklin, WI
Tom Fisk
Combined Locks, WI
Athena Sandrini
Trip Overview
Traveling from Franklin to Combined Locks covers 114.9 miles and typically takes about 2 hours and 16 minutes behind the wheel. Because this journey is relatively short, it is perfectly suited for a single-day trip, meaning you won't need to worry about overnight logistics. You should budget approximately $16 for fuel to complete the trek. The route transitions you across the beautiful Midwest, moving from the southern reaches of Wisconsin toward the Fox River Valley area. Whether you are heading out for a quick weekend getaway or a necessary visit, this straightforward trip offers a manageable pace that avoids the exhaustion of a cross-country haul.
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
57.5 miles from Franklin, 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 rather than a monotonous interstate grind. You will navigate a mix of thoroughfares, beginning with West Saint Martins Road and South Lovers Lane Road before connecting to I-43 North. With a highway share of 0%, this path prioritizes local roads, keeping you engaged with frequent turns throughout the 114.9-mile journey. Since the longest uninterrupted stretch on West Saint Martins Road is 0 miles, you will find yourself constantly adjusting to the road's rhythm. This setup creates a hands-on driving experience that demands your full attention compared to a standard, high-speed highway cruise.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 27 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
West Saint Martins Road 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 Franklin, WI to Combined Locks, 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 Franklin, WI to Combined Locks, WI is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| West Saint Martins Road | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| South Lovers Lane Road | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| I 43 North | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Rock Freeway | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| I 41 North | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Zoo Freeway | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| US 41 North | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| US 10 | Unavailable | Refreshing |
Per-road distance and duration are being refreshed from OSRM for this route.
Longest stretch:
West Saint Martins Road
— detailed segment metrics are refreshing.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Franklin, WI and Combined Locks, WI.
1
Start on the route
141 ft
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11 sec
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the route
2
Turn right
89 ft
·
8 sec
3
At the end of the road, turn right
384 ft
·
17 sec
4
Turn left onto West Saint Martins Road
0.1 mi
·
15 sec
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West Saint Martins Road
5
Continue on South Lovers Lane Road
4.4 mi
·
8 min
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South Lovers Lane Road
6
Take the ramp slight right toward I 43 North, US 45 North
0.4 mi
·
53 sec
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I 43 North, US 45 North
7
Merge slight left onto Rock Freeway
0.2 mi
·
19 sec
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Rock Freeway
8
Take the exit slight left toward I 41 North, US 45 North, I 894 West: Fond du Lac, Madison
0.6 mi
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55 sec
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I 41 North, US 45 North, I 894 West: Fond du Lac, Madison
9
Merge slight right onto Zoo Freeway
24 mi
·
29 min
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Zoo Freeway
10
Keep slight left to continue on US 41 North: Fond du Lac, Appleton
74 mi
·
1 hr 19 min
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US 41 North: Fond du Lac, Appleton
11
Take the exit slight right toward US 10, WI 441 North: Stevens Point
0.3 mi
·
19 sec
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US 10, WI 441 North: Stevens Point
12
Keep slight right to continue on US 10 East, WI 441 North
0.5 mi
·
45 sec
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US 10 East, WI 441 North
13
Merge slight left onto Roland Kampo Memorial Bridge
0.5 mi
·
34 sec
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Roland Kampo Memorial Bridge
14
Continue on Tri-County Expressway
6.5 mi
·
7 min
·
Tri-County Expressway
15
Take the exit slight right toward CTH CE: College Avenue
0.2 mi
·
30 sec
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CTH CE: College Avenue
16
Keep slight right
509 ft
·
12 sec
17
Turn straight onto County Road CE
0.3 mi
·
28 sec
·
County Road CE
18
Enter the roundabout and take exit 2 toward County Road CE
161 ft
·
3 sec
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County Road CE
19
Exit the roundabout onto County Road CE
0.3 mi
·
28 sec
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County Road CE
20
Turn slight left
0.1 mi
·
24 sec
21
Turn left onto Railroad Street
0.2 mi
·
23 sec
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Railroad Street
22
Enter the roundabout and take exit 1 toward Marcella Street
13 ft
·
1 sec
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Marcella Street
23
Exit the roundabout onto Marcella Street
102 ft
·
3 sec
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Marcella Street
24
Continue on West Kennedy Avenue
0.7 mi
·
1 min
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West Kennedy Avenue
25
Turn left onto South Washington Street
0.3 mi
·
54 sec
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South Washington Street
26
Turn right onto Wallace Street
0.5 mi
·
1 min
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Wallace Street
27
Arrive at your destination
Trip Plan
Since this is a turn-heavy route without long highway stretches, plan your departure for a time when you feel alert and ready for active maneuvering. You won't face the fatigue of a massive interstate haul, but the constant turns mean you should account for a steady pace rather than trying to rush the 2-hour and 16-minute duration. Because there are no mandatory stops scheduled, keep your fuel tank topped off before you leave Franklin to avoid searching for stations during the more local, winding segments. Flexibility is your biggest advantage here; feel free to adjust your departure to miss peak local traffic. A concrete tip for this drive is to prioritize your GPS navigation early on, as the lack of long highway stretches makes missing a turn more likely than on a standard interstate route.
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 57.5 miles from Franklin, 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 35m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 57.5 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 Combined Locks, 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 114.9 miles and 2h 16m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Franklin, 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 57.5 mi from Franklin, WI · 1h 8m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
57 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 57.5 miles from Franklin, WI, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Combined Locks, WI
The final approach into Combined Locks, 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 Combined Locks, 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
$17.45 one way
$34.90 round trip
$3.86/gal
25.4 MPG avg
40 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.25 | $19.24 | $38.48 |
| premium | $4.80 | $21.69 | $43.38 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $25.53 | $51.05 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$17
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$42–$67
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 40.2 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 | 34.5 | 0 | $12.06 | $5.52 |
| Efficient EV | 28.7 | 0 | $10.05 | $4.60 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 46 | 0 | $16.09 | $7.35 |
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
Combined Locks, WI
Afternoon in Combined Locks on Sunday
Local time
4:16 PM
CDT
Current temp
45°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 warmer 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 Franklin, WI to Combined Locks, WI covers 114.9 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 West Saint Martins Road, South Lovers Lane Road, I 43 North. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 57.5 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 $17.45 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 Franklin, WI to Combined Locks, 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 Franklin, WI to Combined Locks, WI is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
The route from Franklin, WI to Combined Locks, WI does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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