My preferred route from the GSP area is to take 26 up to 40, then take 40 west to exit 28, which puts you on 74 west. You follow that to exit 81 which puts you on 441 south to Franklin. It looks longer on the map but it takes far less time because it is open highway all the way.

However, the scenic route is great if you have the time to take a leisurely mountain drive and want to see the sights!

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