Origin
Franklin, WI
Night in Franklin on Wednesday
Local time
11:41 PM
CDT
Current temp
46°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Franklin, WI to East Troy, WI
Last recalculated Apr 16, 2026
Drive Time
37m
Distance
24.4 mi
39 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$4
one way
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 35m
★
6 AM
0h 38m
8 AM
0h 44m
10 AM
0h 40m
12 PM
0h 39m
3 PM
0h 40m
5 PM
0h 44m
8 PM
0h 36m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Franklin, WI
Tom Fisk
East Troy, WI
Tom Fisk
Trip Overview
The drive from Franklin, WI to East Troy, WI covers 24.4 miles and takes about 37m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on West Saint Martins Road, West Loomis Road, Highway 36 for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is turn-heavy local drive. At current regular gas prices, budget about $3.81 one way before food or hotel costs.
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
12.2 miles from Franklin, WI
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 18m into the drive .
Drive Character
Expect a 37m drive with frequent turns across 24.4 miles of local and secondary roads.
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.
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 East Troy, WI is easy. At 37m 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 East Troy, WI is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| West Saint Martins Road | — | — |
| West Loomis Road | — | — |
| Highway 36 | — | — |
| East Main Street | — | — |
| High Drive | — | — |
| Highway 20 | — | — |
| North Street | — | — |
| County Highway ES | — | — |
Some road-level metrics are being recalculated.
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 East Troy, WI.
1
Start on the route
161 ft
·
17 sec
·
the route
2
Turn left onto West Saint Martins Road
364 ft
·
18 sec
·
West Saint Martins Road
3
Continue straight
0.1 mi
·
30 sec
4
Turn left onto West Loomis Road
6.1 mi
·
8 min
·
West Loomis Road
5
Continue on State Highway 36
6.5 mi
·
8 min
·
State Highway 36
6
Turn right onto East Main Street
1.7 mi
·
4 min
·
East Main Street
7
Continue on High Drive
0.4 mi
·
44 sec
·
High Drive
8
Continue on High Drive
3.5 mi
·
4 min
·
High Drive
9
Continue on State Highway 20
4.1 mi
·
5 min
·
State Highway 20
10
Continue on North Street
0.8 mi
·
1 min
·
North Street
11
Turn slight left
525 ft
·
21 sec
12
Turn slight left onto County Highway ES
1.0 mi
·
2 min
·
County Highway ES
13
Keep slight left to continue on Division Street
213 ft
·
5 sec
·
Division Street
14
Turn left
213 ft
·
5 sec
15
Keep slight left to continue on Church Street
194 ft
·
5 sec
·
Church Street
16
Arrive at your destination
Trip Plan
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 12.2 miles from Franklin, WI, or about 18m 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 24 miles or 37m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 12.2 miles or 18m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 32m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near East Troy, WI than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
+
Have your navigation ready before leaving Franklin, WI.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Franklin, WI
This is one driving day of about 24.4 miles and 37m.
At 24.4 miles this is a quick drive — no planned stops needed.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 12.2 mi from Franklin, WI · 18m into the drive
Pacing Suggestions
Fuel and coffee
A short stop after about 24 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 12.2 miles from Franklin, WI, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in East Troy, WI
Allow a few extra minutes for the final approach into East Troy, 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
$3.81 one way
$7.63 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
9 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $4.19 | $8.38 |
| premium | $4.89 | $4.70 | $9.39 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $5.39 | $10.77 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$4
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$29–$54
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 8.5 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $3 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 7.3 | 0 | $2.56 | $1.17 |
| Efficient EV | 6.1 | 0 | $2.14 | $0.98 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 9.8 | 0 | $3.42 | $1.56 |
Gas CO2
9 kg
EV CO2
3 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
East Troy, WI
Night in East Troy on Wednesday
Local time
11:41 PM
CDT
Current temp
68°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 warmer at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
37m 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 East Troy, WI covers 24.4 miles and takes about 37m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are West Saint Martins Road, West Loomis Road, Highway 36. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 12.2 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 $3.81 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 East Troy, WI is easy. At 37m 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 East Troy, WI is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
The route from Franklin, WI to East Troy, WI does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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