Origin
Koshkonong, WI
Evening in Koshkonong on Wednesday
Local time
5:31 PM
CDT
Current temp
47°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Koshkonong, WI to Franklin, WI
Last recalculated Apr 15, 2026
Drive Time
1h 18m
Distance
53.3 mi
86 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$8
one way
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 12m
★
6 AM
1h 18m
8 AM
1h 30m
10 AM
1h 22m
12 PM
1h 21m
3 PM
1h 23m
5 PM
1h 30m
8 PM
1h 14m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Koshkonong, WI
aellgie
Franklin, WI
Tom Fisk
Trip Overview
The drive from Koshkonong, WI to Franklin, WI covers 53.3 miles and takes about 1h 18m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on CTH N, County Highway N, East County Road N for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is turn-heavy local drive. At current regular gas prices, budget about $8.33 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
A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
Midpoint
26.6 miles from Koshkonong, WI
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 39m into the drive .
Drive Character
Expect a 1h 18m drive with frequent turns across 53.3 miles of local and secondary roads.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 18 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
CTH N 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 Koshkonong, WI to Franklin, WI is easy. At 1h 18m 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 Koshkonong, WI to Franklin, WI is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| CTH N | — | — |
| County Highway N | — | — |
| East County Road N | — | — |
| Stephen Ambrose Memorial Highway | — | — |
| Iron Brigade Memorial Highway | — | — |
| Highway 20 | — | — |
| North Street | — | — |
| High Drive | — | — |
Some road-level metrics are being recalculated.
Longest stretch:
CTH N
— detailed segment metrics are refreshing.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Koshkonong, WI and Franklin, WI.
1
Start on the route
1.3 mi
·
1 min
·
the route
2
Take the exit slight right toward CTH N: Whitewater, Edgerton
0.4 mi
·
48 sec
·
CTH N: Whitewater, Edgerton
3
Turn left onto County Highway N
7.7 mi
·
10 min
·
County Highway N
4
Continue on East County Road N
0.2 mi
·
22 sec
·
East County Road N
5
Continue on East County Road N
0.1 mi
·
19 sec
·
East County Road N
6
Turn right onto Stephen Ambrose Memorial Highway
3.8 mi
·
5 min
·
Stephen Ambrose Memorial Highway
7
Continue on Iron Brigade Memorial Highway
7.4 mi
·
10 min
·
Iron Brigade Memorial Highway
8
Turn left onto State Highway 20
1.6 mi
·
2 min
·
State Highway 20
9
Continue on State Highway 20
5.9 mi
·
8 min
·
State Highway 20
10
Continue on North Street
2.7 mi
·
5 min
·
North Street
11
Continue on State Highway 20
4.1 mi
·
5 min
·
State Highway 20
12
Continue on High Drive
3.9 mi
·
5 min
·
High Drive
13
Continue on West Main Street
1.7 mi
·
4 min
·
West Main Street
14
Turn left onto State Highway 36
6.5 mi
·
8 min
·
State Highway 36
15
Continue on Loomis Road
6.0 mi
·
8 min
·
Loomis Road
16
Turn right
79 ft
·
9 sec
17
Turn left
141 ft
·
10 sec
18
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 26.6 miles from Koshkonong, WI, or about 39m 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 12 miles or 17m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 26.6 miles or 39m 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 6m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Franklin, WI than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
+
Open the route before leaving Koshkonong, WI so your first major turns are already loaded.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Koshkonong, WI
This is one driving day of about 53.3 miles and 1h 18m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 12 miles from Koshkonong, WI.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 26.6 mi from Koshkonong, WI · 39m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
27 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 12 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 26.6 miles from Koshkonong, WI, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Franklin, WI
The final approach into Franklin, 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
$8.33 one way
$16.67 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
19 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $9.15 | $18.30 |
| premium | $4.89 | $10.26 | $20.51 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $11.77 | $23.54 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$8
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$33–$58
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 18.6 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $6 in charging · 0 stops · 68% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 16 | 0 | $5.60 | $2.56 |
| Efficient EV | 13.3 | 0 | $4.66 | $2.13 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 21.3 | 0 | $7.46 | $3.41 |
Gas CO2
19 kg
EV CO2
6 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
Franklin, WI
Evening in Franklin on Wednesday
Local time
5:31 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
1 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
1h 18m 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 Koshkonong, WI to Franklin, WI covers 53.3 miles and takes about 1h 18m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are CTH N, County Highway N, East County Road N. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 26.6 miles from Koshkonong, WI. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $8.33 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 Koshkonong, WI to Franklin, WI is easy. At 1h 18m 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 Koshkonong, WI to Franklin, WI is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
The route from Koshkonong, WI to Franklin, WI does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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