Introduction
Where to eat
When to visit
How to get there
Where to stay
Renting a car

Franklin travel guide

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You're Going to Love Franklin

With a population of 35,451, Franklin is a must-see destination in Wisconsin, 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.

Where to Eat in Franklin

If you’re looking for affordable options, Luxe Golf Bays (7065 S Ballpark Dr) and Brick Pizzeria & Ristorante (7065 S Ballpark Dr) are great picks.

When to visit Franklin

Franklin in December
Estimated hotel price
$104
1 night at 3-star hotel
Franklin in December
Estimated hotel price
$104
1 night at 3-star hotel

How to Get to Franklin

Plane

When flying to Franklin, you’ll arrive at Milwaukee-Mitchell Airport (MKE), which is located 8 miles from the city center. Airlines that fly from the United States to Franklin include Delta, WestJet and Frontier. The shortest domestic flight to Franklin departs from Las Vegas and takes around 3h 29m.

Train

Amtrak is the only carrier operating train routes to Franklin.

Car

Another option to get to Franklin is to pick up a car rental from Chicago, which is about 73 miles from Franklin. You’ll find branches of Routes Car & Truck Rentals and Turo, among others, in Chicago.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Franklin, including Greyhound, FlixBus and Bus. From Indianapolis, the bus ride to Franklin takes 355 miles and will cost you around $95. From Minneapolis, the ticket costs about $61 for a journey of 405 miles.

Plane

When flying to Franklin, you’ll arrive at Milwaukee-Mitchell Airport (MKE), which is located 8 miles from the city center. Airlines that fly from the United States to Franklin include Delta, WestJet and Frontier. The shortest domestic flight to Franklin departs from Las Vegas and takes around 3h 29m.

Train

Amtrak is the only carrier operating train routes to Franklin.

Car

Another option to get to Franklin is to pick up a car rental from Chicago, which is about 73 miles from Franklin. You’ll find branches of Routes Car & Truck Rentals and Turo, among others, in Chicago.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Franklin, including Greyhound, FlixBus and Bus. From Indianapolis, the bus ride to Franklin takes 355 miles and will cost you around $95. From Minneapolis, the ticket costs about $61 for a journey of 405 miles.

Airports near Franklin

MKEMilwaukee-Mitchell
MSNMadison Truax Field

Airlines serving Franklin

Lufthansa
Good (7,048 reviews)
KLM
Good (1,336 reviews)
British Airways
Good (6,846 reviews)
Delta
Excellent (7,934 reviews)
Iberia
Good (2,701 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,448 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (8,697 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,217 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,564 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (9,254 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,349 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,275 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Excellent (9,971 reviews)
JetBlue
Good (2,923 reviews)
Aer Lingus
Good (1,076 reviews)
Spirit Airlines
Good (7,963 reviews)
Frontier
Okay (3,287 reviews)
Avianca
Good (2,319 reviews)
ANA
Excellent (852 reviews)
Japan Airlines
Excellent (1,464 reviews)
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Where to stay in popular areas of Franklin

Most booked hotels in Franklin

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Hampton Inn & Suites Milwaukee/Franklin
2 stars
Excellent (8.8, 227 reviews)
$136+
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Staybridge Suites Milwaukee Airport South
3 stars
Good (7.9, 246 reviews)
$120+
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Comfort Suites Milwaukee Airport
2 stars
Good (7.8, 646 reviews)
$108+
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Hawthorn Extended Stay by Wyndham Oak Creek
2 stars
Good (7.3, 771 reviews)
$88+
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La Quinta Inn by Wyndham Milwaukee Airport / Oak Creek
2 stars
Good (6.9, 856 reviews)
$64+
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Motel 6 Oak Creek Wi
2 stars
Good (6.7, 811 reviews)
$40+
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Renting a car in Franklin

Renting a car in Franklin costs $56 per day, on average, or $112 if you want to rent if for 2 days.

You’re likely to save money by renting your car at the airport: locations in the city are, on average, 4% more expensive than at Milwaukee-Mitchell.

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. The most frequently booked car type in Franklin is Compact (Toyota RAV4 or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Standard rental cars (Mitsubishi Outlander Sport or similar) are, on average, 60% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.

Renting a car in Franklin costs $56 per day, on average, or $112 if you want to rent if for 2 days.

You’re likely to save money by renting your car at the airport: locations in the city are, on average, 4% more expensive than at Milwaukee-Mitchell.

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. The most frequently booked car type in Franklin is Compact (Toyota RAV4 or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Standard rental cars (Mitsubishi Outlander Sport or similar) are, on average, 60% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.

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