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Franklin travel guide

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You're Going to Love Franklin

With a population of 8,408, Franklin is a must-see destination in Kentucky, United States. It is among the most popular tourist destinations in the country. Franklin deserves at least 2 full days for you to see its main sights.

When to visit Franklin

Franklin in January
Estimated hotel price
$72
1 night at 3-star hotel
Franklin in January
Estimated hotel price
$72
1 night at 3-star hotel

Looking for warm weather? Then head to Franklin in July, when the average temperature is 78.8 °F, and the highest can go up to 91.4 °F. The coldest month, on the other hand, is January, when it can get as cold as 30.2 °F, with an average temperature of 39.2 °F. You’re likely to see more rain in March, when precipitation is around 4.8″. In contrast, October is usually the driest month of the year in Franklin, with an average rainfall of 2.8″.

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How to Get to Franklin

Plane

Although Franklin doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Nashville Airport (BNA), which is located 42 miles from Franklin. Nashville Airport is the most popular, with regular flights from Air France, JetBlue, Delta and other airlines departing from the United States. The shortest domestic flight to Franklin departs from Cedar Rapids and takes around 1h 27m.

Car

Another option to get to Franklin is to pick up a car rental from Nashville, which is about 40 miles from Franklin. You’ll find branches of Turo and NU Car, among others, in Nashville.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Franklin, including Amtrak, Greyhound and FlixBus. From Birmingham, the bus ride to Franklin takes 225 miles and will cost you around $51. From West Memphis, the ticket costs about $80 for a journey of 235 miles.

Plane

Although Franklin doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Nashville Airport (BNA), which is located 42 miles from Franklin. Nashville Airport is the most popular, with regular flights from Air France, JetBlue, Delta and other airlines departing from the United States. The shortest domestic flight to Franklin departs from Cedar Rapids and takes around 1h 27m.

Car

Another option to get to Franklin is to pick up a car rental from Nashville, which is about 40 miles from Franklin. You’ll find branches of Turo and NU Car, among others, in Nashville.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Franklin, including Amtrak, Greyhound and FlixBus. From Birmingham, the bus ride to Franklin takes 225 miles and will cost you around $51. From West Memphis, the ticket costs about $80 for a journey of 235 miles.

Airports near Franklin

BNANashville Intl
OWBOwensboro Daviess County

Airlines serving Franklin

Lufthansa
Good (7,045 reviews)
KLM
Good (1,334 reviews)
British Airways
Good (6,837 reviews)
Delta
Excellent (7,934 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (3,790 reviews)
Iberia
Good (2,698 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,446 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (8,696 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,215 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,563 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (9,245 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,349 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (346 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,275 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Excellent (9,968 reviews)
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Good (1,851 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,203 reviews)
JetBlue
Good (2,922 reviews)
Aer Lingus
Good (1,076 reviews)
Malaysia Airlines
Good (254 reviews)
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Where to stay in Franklin

If you’re on a budget, well-reviewed accommodations include Comfort Inn and Suites Franklin East and Red Roof Inn Franklin, KY.

Where to stay in popular areas of Franklin

Most booked hotels in Franklin

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Deerfield Inn Portland By Magnuson Worldwide
2 stars
Excellent (8.9, 85 reviews)
$80+
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Holiday Inn Express & Suites Franklin Ky, An IHG Hotel
2 stars
Excellent (8.4, 422 reviews)
$120+
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Baymont by Wyndham Franklin
2 stars
Good (7.8, 628 reviews)
$63+
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Days Inn by Wyndham Franklin
2 stars
Good (7, 341 reviews)
$59+
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Red Roof Inn Franklin, KY
2 stars
Good (6.8, 239 reviews)
$69+
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Super 8 by Wyndham Franklin Hwy 31
2 stars
Good (6.7, 406 reviews)
$68+
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Renting a car in Franklin

Renting a car in Franklin costs $57 per day, on average, or $115 if you want to rent if for 2 days.

It’s generally cheaper to rent your vehicle outside the airport: locations in the city are around 31% cheaper than airport locations in Franklin.

Expect to pay $3.41 per gallon in Franklin (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $40.88 and $54.51.

Renting a car in Franklin costs $57 per day, on average, or $115 if you want to rent if for 2 days.

It’s generally cheaper to rent your vehicle outside the airport: locations in the city are around 31% cheaper than airport locations in Franklin.

Expect to pay $3.41 per gallon in Franklin (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $40.88 and $54.51.

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