How far is Cleveland, TX from Franklin, TX?
The driving distance from Cleveland, TX to Franklin, TX is about 18.5 miles (29.8 km), with a travel time of about 00h 21m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 17.8 miles (28.7 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 00h 43m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM CDT.
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This is a short drive, so your comfort window is wide. Traffic and current weather matter more than the clock.
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Halfway Point
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City in Liberty County, Texas, United States
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Driving Route Map
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Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Cleveland and Franklin.
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Start on East Houston Street
5.9 mi · 9 min · East Houston Street
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Turn left
12.6 mi · 19 min
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Cleveland and Franklin.
Straightforward drive
The saved road route has a manageable number of maneuvers and should be easy to follow with normal attention to signs.
Longest stretch
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12.6 mi · 00h 19m
Route Summary
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A short regional drive
This route is short enough to handle as a quick errand, commute, or easy same-day return without much planning overhead.
Mostly Sunny leaving Cleveland and Sunny near Franklin.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Cleveland to Franklin?
The road trip is about 18.5 miles (29.8 km) and usually takes 00h 21m in normal driving conditions.
Is this a same-day trip or an overnight route?
This route is short enough to handle as a quick errand, commute, or easy same-day return without much planning overhead.
What is the halfway point on this route?
North Cleveland is a useful midpoint, sitting about 9.3 miles from Cleveland and 9.3 miles from Franklin.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 17.8 miles (28.7 km), while the road route adds roughly 0.7 extra miles because roads do not follow the straight air line.
When is the best time to leave for this route?
A good departure window is usually 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM CDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 7:46 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $2.46 one way or $4.91 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 5.8 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Mostly Sunny around Cleveland and Sunny near Franklin.
Stop Ideas Near North Cleveland
Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.
Transit and Meeting Points
Useful pickup, handoff, or rendezvous points close to North Cleveland.
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Cleveland and Franklin. Straight-line distance: 17.86 mi (28.74 km).
#1 Cleveland
City in Liberty County, Texas
| Population | 7,858 |
| Coordinates | 30.3413200, -95.0854900 |
| Altitude | 48 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Franklin
City in Robertson County, Texas, United States
| Population | 1,643 |
| Coordinates | 30.2752100, -94.7960400 |
| Altitude | 14 |
| Country | United States |
End: TX 105 (-94.795441, 30.27684)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 30 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 00h 36m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 00h 27m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 22m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 18m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 15m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 13m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
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| Regular gas | $3.78 | $2.46 | $4.91 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $2.76 | $5.53 |
| Premium | $4.59 | $2.98 | $5.97 |
| Diesel | $3.99 | $2.60 | $5.19 |
Assumes 8.3 L/100 km (about 28.3 MPG). CO2 is an estimate and varies by vehicle, fuel blend, traffic, and terrain.
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