With a population of 3,845, Franklin is a must-see destination in North Carolina, United States. It is among the most popular tourist destinations in the country. Consider staying at least one whole day in Franklin to see all of its attractions.
Looking for warm weather? Then head to Franklin in July, when the average temperature is 23 °C, and the highest can go up to 30 °C. The coldest month, on the other hand, is January, when it can get as cold as -3 °C, with an average temperature of 3 °C. You’re likely to see more rain in March, when precipitation is around 144 mm. In contrast, October is usually the driest month of the year in Franklin, with an average rainfall of 86 mm.
Although Franklin doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Asheville Regional (AVL), which is located 51 miles from Franklin. The shortest flight to Franklin from Canada departs from Vancouver and takes around 7h 46m.
Another option to get to Franklin is to pick up a car rental from Atlanta, which is about 114 miles from Franklin. You’ll find branches of Hertz and Thrifty, among others, in Atlanta.
FlixBus operates bus routes to Franklin. From Washington, D.C., the bus ride to Franklin takes 755 miles and will cost you around C$ 135. From New York, the ticket costs about C$ 221 for a journey of 1055 miles.
If you’re on a budget, well-reviewed accommodations include Quality Inn and Hampton Inn Franklin.
Expect to pay C$ 1.43 per litre in Franklin (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between C$ 17.07 and C$ 22.75. The most frequently booked car type in Franklin is Mini (Chrysler Pacifica or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Economy rental cars (Toyota Yaris or similar) are, on average, 64% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.