Franklin travel guide
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You're Going to Love Franklin
With a population of 3 845, Franklin is a must-see destination in North Carolina, United States.
When to visit Franklin
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.
How to Get to Franklin
Plane
Although Franklin doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Asheville Regional (AVL), which is located 81 km from Franklin.
Car
Another option to get to Franklin is to pick up a car hire from Atlanta, which is about 183 km from Franklin. You’ll find branches of Sixt and Europcar, among others, in Atlanta.
Bus
Several bus lines operate bus routes to Franklin, including FlixBus, Greyhound and Busbud. From Charlotte, the bus ride to Franklin takes 282 km and will cost you around S$ 30. From Atlanta, the ticket costs about S$ 68 for a journey of 958 km.
Airlines serving Franklin
Where to stay in Franklin
If you’re on a budget, well-reviewed accommodations include Quality Inn and Hampton Inn Franklin.
Where to stay in popular areas of Franklin
Hiring a car in Franklin
Expect to pay S$ 1.41 per litre in Franklin (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between S$ 16.92 and S$ 22.56. 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 car hire (Toyota Yaris or similar) is, on average, 64% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.