Origin
Franklin, WI
Afternoon in Franklin on Saturday
Local time
12:05 PM
CDT
Current temp
46°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Franklin, WI to Janesville, WI
Compiled and reviewed by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 18, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
1h 28m
Distance
68.6 mi
110 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$11
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 22m
★
6 AM
1h 29m
8 AM
1h 42m
10 AM
1h 33m
12 PM
1h 32m
3 PM
1h 34m
5 PM
1h 41m
8 PM
1h 24m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Franklin, WI
Tom Fisk
Janesville, WI
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Trip Overview
Franklin, WI to Janesville, WI is 68.6 miles and takes about 1 hour 28 minutes via Rock Freeway and US 14, with a fuel budget near $11 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This is a straightforward, same-day trip primarily through the Midwest region of Wisconsin. Given its relatively short duration and highway focus, it’s a convenient option for a quick journey without needing an overnight stay. You'll spend most of your time on well-maintained roads, making for an easy driving experience.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 28m. Total distance: 68.6 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 28m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (84%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Drive Character
This drive is predominantly a highway-focused experience, with 84% of the journey on freeways and major roads. You'll encounter the longest uninterrupted stretch on Rock Freeway, covering 43.2 miles. Expect a consistent pace for most of the trip, transitioning from Rock Freeway onto US 14 and then South Lovers Lane Road. The road character remains fairly consistent, offering a predictable and efficient path to your destination.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 20 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Rock Freeway is the longest continuous segment at about 43.2 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on Rock Freeway and US 14. You will hit about 13 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near US 45.
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 68.6 miles you will encounter 13 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: near the start (US 45): Navigation decision point; at 6.6 miles (I 43 / Rock Freeway): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 49.9 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 13 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
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US 45
At end of road, turn right onto US 45
Navigation decision point
5
6.6 mi into trip
|
~13m in
|
I 43 / Rock Freeway
Merge onto I 43 / Rock Freeway
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8
49.9 mi into trip
|
~1h in
Take the exit toward US 14: Darien, Janesville
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 15
Toward US 14: Darien, Janesville
5
50.1 mi into trip
|
~1h in
Keep slight right at fork
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
5
68.6 mi into trip
|
~1h 28m in
Turn left
Navigation decision point
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Rock Freeway | 43.2 mi | 46m |
| US 14 | 14 mi | 19m |
| South Lovers Lane Road | 4.4 mi | 8m |
| East Delavan Drive | 2 mi | 2m |
| East County Road O | 1.1 mi | 1m |
| West Layton Avenue | 1.1 mi | 2m |
| South Main Street | 0.8 mi | 2m |
| South 108th Street | 0.4 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
Rock Freeway
— 43.2 mi, about 46m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Franklin, WI and Janesville, WI.
1
Start on this road
141 ft
·
11 sec
·
this road
2
Turn right
89 ft
·
8 sec
3
At end of road, turn right onto US 45
384 ft
·
16 sec
·
US 45
4
Turn left onto US 45; WI 100
0.1 mi
·
14 sec
·
West Saint Martins Road
5
Continue on US 45; WI 100
4.4 mi
·
8 min
·
South Lovers Lane Road
6
Continue on WI 100
0.4 mi
·
56 sec
·
South 108th Street
7
Turn left onto West Layton Avenue
1.1 mi
·
2 min
·
West Layton Avenue
8
Take the ramp
0.4 mi
·
56 sec
Toward I 43 South
9
Merge onto I 43
43 mi
·
46 min
·
Rock Freeway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
10
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
34 sec
Exit 15
Toward US 14: Darien, Janesville
Use the slight right lane.
11
Keep slight right at fork
121 ft
·
3 sec
12
Merge onto US 14
3.3 mi
·
4 min
·
US 14
13
Turn left onto US 14; WI 11
11 mi
·
14 min
·
US 14; WI 11
14
Turn left onto CTH O
1.1 mi
·
1 min
·
East County Road O
15
Continue on CTH O
2.0 mi
·
2 min
·
East Delavan Drive
16
Turn right onto Beloit Avenue
0.4 mi
·
1 min
·
Beloit Avenue
17
Continue on South Main Street
0.8 mi
·
2 min
·
South Main Street
18
Turn right onto Saint Lawrence Avenue
0.2 mi
·
43 sec
·
Saint Lawrence Avenue
19
Turn left
124 ft
·
9 sec
20
Arrive at destination
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 34.3 mi from Franklin, WI · 43m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
34 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 15 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 34.3 miles from Franklin, WI, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Janesville, WI
The final approach into Janesville, WI usually feels slower than the middle of the drive, so avoid planning your tightest schedule at the very end.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$10.72 one way
$21.45 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
24 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $11.78 | $23.55 |
| premium | $4.89 | $13.20 | $26.40 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $15.15 | $30.29 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$11
Estimated CO2 emission: 24 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $7 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 20.6 | 0 | $7.20 | $3.29 |
| Efficient EV | 17.2 | 0 | $6.00 | $2.74 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 27.4 | 0 | $9.60 | $4.39 |
Gas CO2
24 kg
EV CO2
8 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
Janesville, WI
Afternoon in Janesville on Saturday
Local time
12:05 PM
CDT
Current temp
48°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
68°F
Eagle, WI
34 mi in
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
2 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
1h 28m 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 Janesville, WI covers 68.6 miles and takes about 1h 28m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Rock Freeway, US 14, South Lovers Lane 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 34.3 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 $10.72 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 drive requires moderate attention. Across 68.6 miles you will encounter 13 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: near the start (US 45): Navigation decision point; at 6.6 miles (I 43 / Rock Freeway): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 49.9 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
The route from Franklin, WI to Janesville, 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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