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About Franklin, TX

Franklin is a small county seat in east-central Texas, about 25 miles southeast of Waco on US Highway 79. The town sits in rolling hills between major cities, making it a quiet stopover for travelers heading between Dallas, Austin, and Houston areas. State Highway 6 runs north-south through town toward College Station. The 1883 Robertson County Courthouse anchors the historic downtown square with its distinctive mansard roof and clock tower.

Where is Franklin, TX on the map?

Franklin, TX is in United States, at 31.025, -96.488 - about 22 km north-east of Hearne, TX.

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The closest airport to Franklin, TX is Easterwood Field, 66 km (about 53 min by car).

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