Origin
Evansville, WI
Night in Evansville on Saturday
Local time
11:23 PM
CDT
Current temp
48°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Evansville, WI to Franklin, WI
Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 18, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
1h 51m
Distance
74.4 mi
120 km
Drive Score
9/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$12
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 43m
★
6 AM
1h 51m
8 AM
2h 7m
10 AM
1h 57m
12 PM
1h 55m
3 PM
1h 58m
5 PM
2h 7m
8 PM
1h 46m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Evansville, WI
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Franklin, WI
Tom Fisk
Trip Overview
Evansville, WI to Franklin, WI is 74.4 miles and takes about 1 hour 51 minutes via US Highway 14 and State Highway 20, with a fuel budget near $12 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This is a straightforward trip within the Midwest, specifically traversing Wisconsin for its entire length. The drive offers a mixed experience, blending some faster highway sections with more local road travel. Given its relatively short duration, this route is perfectly suited for a single-day journey, allowing for a relaxed pace and minimal disruption to your schedule. It's a practical choice for getting from Point A to Point B without significant detours.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Midpoint
37.2 miles from Evansville, WI
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 55m into the drive .
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| US Highway 14 | 15 mi | 21m |
| State Highway 20 | 11.5 mi | 15m |
| State Highway 59 | 10.7 mi | 15m |
| Iron Brigade Memorial Highway | 7.4 mi | 10m |
| State Highway 36 | 6.5 mi | 8m |
| Loomis Road | 6 mi | 8m |
| Milton Avenue | 5 mi | 7m |
| High Drive | 3.9 mi | 5m |
Longest stretch:
US Highway 14
— 15 mi, about 21m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Evansville, WI and Franklin, WI.
1
Start on WI 59; WI 213
21 ft
·
4 sec
·
South Madison Street
2
Turn right onto East Main Street
1.3 mi
·
3 min
·
East Main Street
3
Continue on US 14
15 mi
·
21 min
·
US Highway 14
4
Turn slight left
351 ft
·
14 sec
5
Turn left onto WI 26
5.0 mi
·
7 min
·
Milton Avenue
6
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
34 sec
Toward WI 59, CTH M: Whitewater, Milton
7
Enter roundabout onto WI 59; CTH M
19 ft
·
0 sec
·
State Highway 59
8
Continue on WI 59; CTH M
0.5 mi
·
41 sec
·
State Highway 59
9
Enter roundabout onto WI 59
91 ft
·
1 sec
·
State Highway 59
10
Continue on WI 59
10 mi
·
13 min
·
State Highway 59
11
Continue on WI 59
0.2 mi
·
40 sec
·
State Highway 59
12
Turn left onto US 12; WI 59
2.4 mi
·
3 min
·
Stephen Ambrose Memorial Highway
Use the straight lane.
13
Continue on US 12
7.4 mi
·
10 min
·
Iron Brigade Memorial Highway
Use the straight lane.
14
Turn left onto WI 20
1.6 mi
·
2 min
·
State Highway 20
15
Continue on WI 20
5.9 mi
·
8 min
·
State Highway 20
16
Continue on WI 20
2.7 mi
·
5 min
·
North Street
17
Continue on WI 20
4.1 mi
·
5 min
·
State Highway 20
18
Continue on WI 20
3.9 mi
·
5 min
·
High Drive
19
Continue on WI 20; WI 83
1.7 mi
·
4 min
·
West Main Street
20
Turn left onto WI 36
6.5 mi
·
8 min
·
State Highway 36
21
Continue on WI 36
6.0 mi
·
8 min
·
Loomis Road
22
Turn right
80 ft
·
9 sec
23
Turn left
141 ft
·
10 sec
24
Arrive at destination
Trip Plan
For this 74.4-mile trip, a morning departure is ideal, giving you plenty of daylight to complete the drive and allowing for flexibility if you encounter any unexpected delays. Since the total duration is just under two hours, you likely won't need extensive stops, but a quick break around the halfway point could be refreshing. Keep an eye on your fuel gauge, as the estimated cost is around $12, and it's always wise to top off before embarking on even shorter journeys. A specific tip for this route: pay close attention to signage when transitioning between US Highway 14 and State Highway 20, as this is where the driving character changes most noticeably.
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 37.2 miles from Evansville, WI, or about 55m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 15 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 16 miles or 24m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 37.2 miles or 55m 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 35m
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 Evansville, WI so your first major turns are already loaded.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Evansville, WI
This is one driving day of about 74.4 miles and 1h 51m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 16 miles from Evansville, WI.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
The longest stretch is on US Highway 14 for about 15 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
37 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 16 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 37.2 miles from Evansville, WI, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 95 decision points cluster between mile 0 and 32.3 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
4
0 mi into trip
|
~0m in
|
East Main Street
Turn right onto East Main Street
Navigation decision point
5
21.3 mi into trip
|
~32m in
Take the exit toward WI 59, CTH M: Whitewater, Milton
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward WI 59, CTH M: Whitewater, Milton
6
21.5 mi into trip
|
~33m in
|
WI 59; CTH M / State Highway 59
Enter roundabout onto WI 59; CTH M / State Highway 59
Roundabout - know your exit number before entering
4
22 mi into trip
|
~34m in
|
WI 59 / State Highway 59
Enter roundabout onto WI 59 / State Highway 59
Roundabout - know your exit number before entering
5
32.3 mi into trip
|
~48m in
|
US 12; WI 59 / Stephen Ambrose Memorial Highway
Turn left onto US 12; WI 59 / Stephen Ambrose Memorial Highway
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight lane.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$11.63 one way
$23.26 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
26 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $12.77 | $25.54 |
| premium | $4.89 | $14.32 | $28.64 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $16.43 | $32.85 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$12
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$37–$62
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 26 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $8 in charging · 0 stops · 65% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 22.3 | 0 | $7.81 | $3.57 |
| Efficient EV | 18.6 | 0 | $6.51 | $2.98 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 29.8 | 0 | $10.42 | $4.76 |
Gas CO2
26 kg
EV CO2
9 kg (65% 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
Night in Franklin on Saturday
Local time
11:23 PM
CDT
Current temp
58°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
10 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 51m 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.
What kind of drive is this?
This route presents a mixed drive, with 59% of the journey on highways. You'll encounter stretches of US Highway 14, including the longest uninterrupted segment of about 15 miles, which will likely offer a more consistent pace. As you transition to State Highway 20 and State Highway 59, expect the character of the road to shift, potentially incorporating more local traffic and varied speed limits. The overall feel is less of a monotonous interstate cruise and more of a varied road experience, keeping you engaged without being overly demanding. This blend means you'll experience different driving conditions throughout the approximately 1 hour 51 minute trip.
59% highway, the rest on surface roads — varied driving throughout.
24 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 15 mi on US Highway 14.
How Hard Is This Drive?
3/10
This route mixes highway mileage with some local-road sections near the start or finish. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near East Main Street.
Driving Effort
3/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a straightforward 1h 51m drive. You will face about 9 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: near the start (East Main Street): Navigation decision point; at 21.3 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 21.5 miles (WI 59; CTH M / State Highway 59): Roundabout - know your exit number before entering.
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Between Evansville, WI and Franklin, WI, road signs point toward Cth M: Whitewater and Milton.
Cth M: Whitewater
21.3 mi in
|
~32m
Milton
21.3 mi in
|
~32m
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 51m. Total distance: 74.4 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 51m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (59%). Straightforward navigation.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 15 miles on US Highway 14. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
Yes. At under 2 hours behind the wheel, this works well for families — plan one quick stop if you have younger kids.
The main spots that need attention: near the start (East Main Street): Navigation decision point; at 21.3 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 21.5 miles (WI 59; CTH M / State Highway 59): Roundabout - know your exit number before entering.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Franklin, WI before heading back.
How this page is built
Compiled by the US Trip Planner 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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