How far is Franklin, WI from Clintonville, WI?
The driving distance from Franklin, WI to Clintonville, WI is about 135.6 miles (218.2 km), with a travel time of about 02h 45m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 125 miles (201.2 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 05h 31m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM CDT.
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This route works well as a day trip with time at the destination.
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Leave and Arrive Planner
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Drive time stays fixed at 02h 45m.
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Halfway Point
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City in Fond du Lac County, Wisconsin, United States
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Franklin and Clintonville.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Franklin and Clintonville.
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Start on the route
43 m · 11 sec
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Turn right
27 m · 8 sec
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At the end of the road, turn right
117 m · 17 sec
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Turn left onto West Saint Martins Road
765 ft · 15 sec · West Saint Martins Road
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Continue on South Lovers Lane Road
4.4 mi · 8 min · South Lovers Lane Road
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Take the ramp slight right toward I 43 North, US 45 North
2070 ft · 53 sec
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Merge slight left onto Rock Freeway
1224 ft · 19 sec · Rock Freeway
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Take the exit slight left toward I 41 North, US 45 North, I 894 West: Fond du Lac, Madison
3078 ft · 55 sec
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Merge slight right onto Zoo Freeway
24.1 mi · 30 min · Zoo Freeway
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Keep slight left to continue on US 41 North: Fond du Lac, Appleton
61.6 mi · 1 hr 6 min
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Take the exit slight right toward US 45: New London, Algoma Boulevard
929 ft · 23 sec
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Keep slight left to continue on US 45 North: New London
1.3 km · 58 sec
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Merge slight left
15.2 mi · 18 min
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Keep slight right to continue on US 45 North: New London
2.9 mi · 4 min
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Enter the roundabout and take exit 2 toward US Highway 45
38 m · 7 sec · US Highway 45
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Exit the roundabout onto US Highway 45
23.8 mi · 33 min · US Highway 45
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Continue on South Main Street
1.1 mi · 3 min · South Main Street
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Turn left onto 8th Place
33 m · 5 sec · 8th Place
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · 8th Place
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Franklin and Clintonville.
Highway-focused drive
Most of the mileage stays on named highways, so the important moments are ramps, exits, merges, and the final local approach.
US 41 North
Keep slight left to continue on US 41 North: Fond du Lac, Appleton
61.6 mi · 01h 06m
Route Summary
A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.
A comfortable day-trip route
This route works well as a day trip. You can leave in the morning, spend meaningful time at the destination, and still return the same day.
Chance Showers And Thunderstorms leaving Franklin and Chance Light Rain near Clintonville.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Franklin to Clintonville?
The road trip is about 135.6 miles (218.2 km) and usually takes 02h 45m in normal driving conditions.
Is this a same-day trip or an overnight route?
This route works well as a day trip. You can leave in the morning, spend meaningful time at the destination, and still return the same day.
What is the halfway point on this route?
Fond du Lac is a useful midpoint, sitting about 67.8 miles from Franklin and 67.8 miles from Clintonville.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 125 miles (201.2 km), while the road route adds roughly 10.6 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 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM CDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 12:58 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $18.03 one way or $36.05 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 42.5 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Chance Showers And Thunderstorms around Franklin and Chance Light Rain near Clintonville.
Stop Ideas Near Fond du Lac
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 Fond du Lac.
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Franklin and Clintonville. Straight-line distance: 124.99 mi (201.16 km).
#1 Franklin
Third-class city in Milwaukee County, Wisconsin
| Population | 36,222 |
| Coordinates | 42.8886300, -88.0384200 |
| Altitude | 244 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Clintonville
City in Waupaca County, Wisconsin
| Population | 4,353 |
| Coordinates | 44.6205300, -88.7623200 |
| Altitude | 248 |
| Country | United States |
End: Clintonville (-88.76232, 44.62053)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 218 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 04h 31m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 03h 23m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 02h 42m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 02h 15m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01h 56m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 41m |
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 | $3.77 | $18.03 | $36.05 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $20.33 | $40.66 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $22.25 | $44.49 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $25.35 | $50.71 |
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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