Oregon, WI to Franklin, WI is 92.9 miles and takes about 1h 54m via I 94, with a fuel budget near $15 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This trip stays within Wisconsin, traversing the Midwest region. It's a straightforward highway-focused drive, ideal for a single-day excursion. You'll spend most of your time on major interstates, making this a quick and efficient journey. Consider this route when you need to cover moderate distance with minimal fuss.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Midpoint
46.5 miles from Oregon, WI
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 56m into the drive
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Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 54m. Total distance: 92.9 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 54m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (88%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Drive Character
This route is predominantly a highway-focused drive, with an 88% highway share. Expect to spend the majority of your time on I 94 and West Beltline Highway. The longest uninterrupted stretch spans 63.3 miles on I 94, so plan for a significant period of consistent driving. While primarily interstate, the integration of US 45 offers a slight variation in the highway experience as you approach your destination. The overall feel is one of efficient travel on well-maintained roadways.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 30 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 63.3 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 94 and US 45. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 0.1 miles in near CTH MM / Janesville Street.
Driving Effort10/10
Demanding - stay alert through the decision-heavy sections
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 92.9 miles you will encounter 26 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 0.1 miles (CTH MM / Janesville Street): Sharp turn - reduce speed on approach; at 8 miles (US 14): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 14.3 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 26 key points
These are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
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0.1 mi into trip|~0m in|CTH MM / Janesville Street
Turn uturn onto CTH MM / Janesville Street
Sharp turn - reduce speed on approach
8
8 mi into trip|~12m in|US 14
Take the exit onto US 14 toward US 12, US 14, US 18, US 151 South
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 132A-B
Toward US 12, US 14, US 18, US 151 South
8
14.3 mi into trip|~21m in
Take the exit toward I 39 North, I 90 West: Milwaukee, Wisconsin Dells
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight left / straight lanes.
Exit 267B
Toward I 39 North, I 90 West: Milwaukee, Wiscon...
8
82.1 mi into trip|~1h 35m in
Take the exit toward I 41, I 894, US 45: Chicago, Fond du Lac
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 305A-B
Toward I 41, I 894, US 45: Chicago, Fond du Lac
8
82.7 mi into trip|~1h 36m in
Keep slight left at fork toward I 41 South, I 894 East, US 41 South, US 45 South: Chicago
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight left lane.
Toward I 41 South, I 894 East, US 41 South, US...
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Between Oregon, WI and Franklin, WI, road signs point toward Wisconsin Dells and Fond Du Lac.
Wisconsin Dells
14.3 mi in|~21m
Fond Du Lac
82.1 mi in|~1h 35m
Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
I 94
63.3 mi
1h 8m
US 45
5.8 mi
10m
West Beltline Highway
5.8 mi
7m
US 14
5.7 mi
6m
Zoo Freeway
3.5 mi
4m
I 39
3.1 mi
3m
North Main Street
1.2 mi
2m
County Road MM
0.7 mi
1m
Longest stretch:
I 94
— 63.3 mi, about 1h 8m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Oregon, WI and Franklin, WI.
1
Start on South Main Street
81 ft·9 sec·South Main Street
2
Turn left
122 ft·9 sec
3
Turn right onto CTH MM
204 ft·34 sec·Janesville Street
4
Turn uturn onto CTH MM
365 ft·14 sec·Janesville Street
5
Turn slight right onto CTH MM
1.2 mi·2 min·North Main Street
Use the straight lane.
6
Continue on CTH MM
0.6 mi·1 min·County Road MM
7
Enter roundabout onto CTH MM
118 ft·2 sec·County Road MM
8
Continue on CTH MM
338 ft·8 sec·County Road MM
9
Enter roundabout
239 ft·13 sec
Toward US 14 West, US 18 Alternate, US 151 Alternate
10
Continue
0.3 mi·42 sec
Toward US 14 West, US 18 Alternate, US 151 Alternate
11
Merge onto US 14
5.6 mi·6 min·US 14
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
12
Take the exit onto US 14
0.1 mi·15 sec·US 14
Exit 132A-BToward US 12, US 14, US 18, US 151 SouthUse the straight / slight right lanes.
13
Keep slight right at fork
0.4 mi·50 sec
Exit 132AToward US 12 East, US 18 East
14
Merge onto US 12; US 18
5.8 mi·7 min·West Beltline Highway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
15
Take the exit
0.8 mi·1 min
Exit 267BToward I 39 North, I 90 West: Milwaukee, Wisconsin DellsUse the slight left / straight lanes.
16
Merge onto I 39; I 90
3.1 mi·3 min·I 39; I 90
Use the straight / slight left lanes.
17
Take the exit
0.3 mi·22 sec
Exit 138AToward I 94 East: Milwaukee
18
Merge onto WI 30
0.2 mi·11 sec·WI 30
19
Merge onto I 94
63 mi·1 hr 8 min·I 94
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
20
Take the exit
0.6 mi·1 min
Exit 305A-BToward I 41, I 894, US 45: Chicago, Fond du LacUse the slight right lane.
21
Keep slight left at fork
0.4 mi·38 sec
Toward I 41 South, I 894 East, US 41 South, US 45 South: ChicagoUse the slight left lane.
22
Continue on this road
0.3 mi·30 sec·this road
Exit 305AToward I 41 South, I 894 East, US 41 South, US 45 South: Chicago
23
Keep slight left at fork
0.2 mi·28 sec
Toward I 41, I 894, US 45 South: Chicago
24
Merge onto I 41; I 894; US 41; US 45
3.5 mi·4 min·Zoo Freeway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
25
Take the exit onto US 45
0.8 mi·1 min·US 45
Exit 4Toward I 43 South, US 45 South: Beloit
26
Take the exit onto US 45
0.2 mi·22 sec·US 45
Exit 60Toward US 45, WI 100: 108th StreetUse the straight / slight left lanes.
27
Keep slight right at fork onto US 45
4.8 mi·9 min·US 45
Toward WI 100 South, US 45 SouthUse the slight right lane.
28
Turn right
87 ft·8 sec
29
Turn right
160 ft·11 sec
30
Arrive at destination
Trip Plan
Given the short 1h 54m duration, this trip is easily accomplished in a single day. Leaving in the morning or early afternoon provides ample flexibility. With a fuel cost estimated at $15, it's wise to ensure your tank is full before departing Oregon, WI. While there are no designated stops in the data, you'll find services along I 94 if needed. The longest stretch without a change in major road is 63.3 miles on I 94, so keep an eye on your fuel level during that segment.
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 46.5 miles from Oregon, WI, or about 56m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 63.3 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 20 miles or 28m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 46.5 miles or 56m 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 29m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Franklin, WI than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Oregon, WI so your first major turns are already loaded.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Oregon, WI
This is one driving day of about 92.9 miles and 1h 54m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 20 miles from Oregon, WI.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
The longest stretch is on I 94 for about 63.3 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 46.5 mi from Oregon, WI
· 56m into the drive
Station data from NREL Alternative Fuel Stations database.
Driving Electric?
About $10 in charging
· 0 stops
· 67% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
27.9
0
$9.75
$4.46
Efficient EV
23.2
0
$8.13
$3.72
EV Truck/SUV
37.2
0
$13.01
$5.95
Gas CO2
33 kg
EV CO2
11 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.
Forecast as of Apr 18, 2026
Origin
Oregon, WI
Morning
in Oregon on Saturday
Local time
10:29 AM
CDT
Current temp
48°F
Mostly Sunny
W 15 to 20 mph0% chanceLive forecast
Flood Warning
Flood Warning issued April 18 at 6:43AM CDT until April 20 at 10:00AM CDT by NWS Green Bay WI
Flood Warning
Flood Warning issued April 18 at 6:40AM CDT until April 18 at 7:00PM CDT by NWS Green Bay WI
Destination
Franklin, WI
Morning
in Franklin on Saturday
Local time
10:29 AM
CDT
Current temp
49°F
Partly Sunny
W 15 to 20 mph4% chanceLive forecast
Flood Warning
Flood Warning issued April 18 at 6:43AM CDT until April 20 at 10:00AM CDT by NWS Green Bay WI
Flood Warning
Flood Warning issued April 18 at 6:40AM CDT until April 18 at 7:00PM CDT by NWS Green Bay WI
44°F
Farmington, WI
46 mi in
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
1 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 54m on the road
The weather snapshot is not static. If you are leaving later, give both cities one more quick forecast check before departure.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
Frequently Asked Questions
The drive from Oregon, WI to Franklin, WI covers 92.9 miles and takes about 1h 54m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 94, US 45, West Beltline Highway. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 46.5 miles from Oregon, WI. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $14.52 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 92.9 miles you will encounter 26 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 0.1 miles (CTH MM / Janesville Street): Sharp turn - reduce speed on approach; at 8 miles (US 14): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 14.3 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Between Oregon, WI and Franklin, WI, road signs point toward Wisconsin Dells and Fond Du Lac.
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, EIA for fuel prices, NREL for EV charging, and NPS for national parks. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
