Origin
Basking Ridge, NJ
Night in Basking Ridge on Friday
Local time
9:44 PM
EDT
Current temp
69°F
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Live forecast
Trip from Basking Ridge, NJ to Camden, NJ
Compiled and reviewed by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 17, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
1h 49m
Distance
75.5 mi
122 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$13
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 41m
★
6 AM
1h 49m
8 AM
2h 5m
10 AM
1h 55m
12 PM
1h 53m
3 PM
1h 55m
5 PM
2h 4m
8 PM
1h 44m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Basking Ridge, NJ
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Camden, NJ
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Trip Overview
Basking Ridge to Camden is 75.5 miles and takes about 1 hour 49 minutes via I 295 and US 206, with a fuel budget near $13 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This drive stays within New Jersey, moving from the Northeast region to the Northeast region. Expect a highway-focused journey for the majority of your trip. This route is a straightforward option for getting between these two points within the Garden State. If you're looking for a quick, no-fuss drive, this fits the bill.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Midpoint
37.8 miles from Basking Ridge, NJ
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 59m into the drive .
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 49m. Total distance: 75.5 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 49m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (81%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Drive Character
This route is predominantly a highway-focused drive, with 81% of it on major roadways. You'll spend a good portion of your time on I 295, including a substantial 26-mile stretch without needing to exit. While the primary roads are I 295, US 206, and NJ 38, the overall character leans heavily toward efficient travel on interstates. Be prepared for a consistent driving experience that prioritizes covering distance.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 35 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
I 295 is the longest continuous segment at about 26 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 295 and US 206. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 10.8 miles in.
Driving Effort
10/10
Demanding - stay alert through the decision-heavy sections
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 75.5 miles you will encounter 29 spots where lane choice or exit timing matters. Not difficult for experienced highway drivers, but worth previewing the tricky sections before you go.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 10.8 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 12.4 miles (US 206): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 38.6 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 29 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
8
10.8 mi into trip
|
~15m in
Take the exit toward US 202 South, US 206 South: Somerville, Flemington
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight left / straight lanes.
Exit 17
Toward US 202 South, US 206 South: Somerville,...
7
12.4 mi into trip
|
~18m in
|
US 206
Take the exit onto US 206 toward US 206 South, NJ 28: Somerville, Princeton
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Toward US 206 South, NJ 28: Somerville, Princet...
7
38.6 mi into trip
|
~1h in
Take the exit toward Sloan Avenue
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 65B-A
Toward Sloan Avenue
7
38.8 mi into trip
|
~1h 1m in
Keep slight left at fork
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8
63.5 mi into trip
|
~1h 29m in
Take the exit toward NJ 38: Moorestown, Trauma Center
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 40
Toward NJ 38: Moorestown, Trauma Center
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Between Basking Ridge, NJ and Camden, NJ, road signs point toward Flemington, Princeton and Trauma Center.
Flemington
10.8 mi in
|
~15m
Princeton
12.4 mi in
|
~18m
|
via US 206
Trauma Center
63.5 mi in
|
~1h 29m
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 295 | 26 mi | 30m |
| US 206 | 16.7 mi | 26m |
| NJ 38 | 9.5 mi | 14m |
| I 287 | 8.2 mi | 9m |
| Brunswick Pike | 4.3 mi | 6m |
| Kaighns Avenue | 1.9 mi | 3m |
| Washington Road | 1.6 mi | 3m |
| Mount Airy Road | 1.3 mi | 2m |
Longest stretch:
I 295
— 26 mi, about 30m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Basking Ridge, NJ and Camden, NJ.
1
Start on this road
261 ft
·
21 sec
·
this road
2
At end of road, turn right onto Brownlee Place
166 ft
·
12 sec
·
Brownlee Place
3
Turn left onto CR 624
0.9 mi
·
2 min
·
West Oak Street
4
Turn left onto CR 525
1.1 mi
·
2 min
·
Mount Airy Road
5
Continue on CR 525
0.1 mi
·
17 sec
·
Mount Airy Road
Use the left lane.
6
Take the ramp
0.3 mi
·
41 sec
Toward I 287 South: Somerville
7
Merge onto I 287
5.5 mi
·
6 min
·
I 287
8
Keep slight left at fork onto I 287
2.6 mi
·
3 min
·
I 287
9
Take the exit
0.6 mi
·
42 sec
Exit 17
Toward US 202 South, US 206 South: Somerville, Flemington
Use the slight left / straight lanes.
10
Merge onto US 202; US 206
1.0 mi
·
1 min
·
US 202; US 206
11
Take the exit onto US 206
0.2 mi
·
37 sec
·
US 206
Toward US 206 South, NJ 28: Somerville, Princeton
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
12
Enter roundabout onto US 206
525 ft
·
7 sec
·
US 206
13
Continue on US 206
9.1 mi
·
14 min
·
US 206
Use the straight lane.
14
Continue on US 206
7.3 mi
·
11 min
·
US 206
Use the straight lane.
15
Turn left onto Cherry Hill Road
141 ft
·
6 sec
·
Cherry Hill Road
Use the left lane.
16
Turn right onto Mount Lucas Road
493 ft
·
18 sec
·
Mount Lucas Road
Use the left / straight lanes.
17
Continue on Witherspoon Street
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
Witherspoon Street
18
Turn left onto Wiggins Street
0.1 mi
·
27 sec
·
Wiggins Street
Use the left lane.
19
Turn right onto Vandeventer Avenue
0.2 mi
·
44 sec
·
Vandeventer Avenue
20
Continue on CR 526; CR 571
1.6 mi
·
3 min
·
Washington Road
Use the straight / right lanes.
21
Enter roundabout onto US 1
62 ft
·
3 sec
·
Brunswick Pike
22
Continue on US 1
4.3 mi
·
5 min
·
Brunswick Pike
Use the straight lane.
23
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
15 sec
Use the slight right lane.
24
Keep slight right at fork
0.3 mi
·
1 min
Toward I 295 South: Camden
25
Merge onto I 295
1.9 mi
·
2 min
·
I 295
26
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
14 sec
Exit 65B-A
Toward Sloan Avenue
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
27
Keep slight left at fork
0.2 mi
·
15 sec
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
28
Keep slight left at fork
0.3 mi
·
21 sec
Use the straight / right lanes.
29
Merge onto I 295
24 mi
·
27 min
·
I 295
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
30
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
36 sec
Exit 40
Toward NJ 38: Moorestown, Trauma Center
Use the slight right lane.
31
Merge onto NJ 38
9.5 mi
·
14 min
·
NJ 38
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
32
Keep slight left at fork onto US 130
189 ft
·
6 sec
·
South Crescent Boulevard
Toward US 130 South, US 30 East
33
Turn slight right onto CR 607
1.9 mi
·
3 min
·
Kaighns Avenue
34
Turn left onto CR 551
0.3 mi
·
32 sec
·
Broadway
35
Arrive at destination
CR 551
Trip Plan
Given the short duration of under two hours, this drive is easily completed in a single day. Aim to depart Basking Ridge mid-morning to avoid any potential rush hour congestion, allowing you to arrive in Camden with plenty of afternoon time. Since the drive is so brief, you won't need to plan for extensive stops; however, keep an eye on your fuel gauge, especially before heading onto the longer 26-mile stretch on I 295, as services can be spread out on interstates. Your fuel cost is estimated at around $13, so you should have ample budget for this trip.
Morning Departure
Leave by 9 AM and you'll arrive before lunch.
Evening Departure
Even a 4 PM departure gets you there before dark in summer.
You can normally do this drive in one day.
You may only need one short stretch break if traffic stays light.
The halfway point lands around 37.8 miles from Basking Ridge, NJ, or about 59m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 26 miles.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
Departure
Before you leave
Start with fuel, water, and navigation already sorted so the first hour feels easy.
First stop
Around 17 miles or 25m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 37.8 miles or 59m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 1h 30m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Camden, NJ than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
+
Open the route before leaving Basking Ridge, NJ so your first major turns are already loaded.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Basking Ridge, NJ
This is one driving day of about 75.5 miles and 1h 49m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 17 miles from Basking Ridge, NJ.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
The longest stretch is on I 295 for about 26 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 37.8 mi from Basking Ridge, NJ · 59m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
38 mi into the route
Best for: Lunch, fuel, and a longer reset
This sits close to the middle of the route, so it works well for the longest stop of the day.
Pacing Suggestions
Fuel and coffee
A short stop after about 17 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 37.8 miles from Basking Ridge, NJ, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Camden, NJ
The final approach into Camden, NJ usually feels slower than the middle of the drive, so avoid planning your tightest schedule at the very end.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$12.52 one way
$25.03 round trip
$4.21/gal
25.4 MPG avg
26 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.61 | $13.71 | $27.42 |
| premium | $4.93 | $14.64 | $29.28 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $16.67 | $33.34 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$13
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$38–$63
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 26.4 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $8 in charging · 0 stops · 65% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 22.7 | 0 | $7.93 | $3.62 |
| Efficient EV | 18.9 | 0 | $6.61 | $3.02 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 30.2 | 0 | $10.57 | $4.83 |
Gas CO2
26 kg
EV CO2
9 kg (65% less)
This trip is well within single-charge range for most EVs. No charging stops needed if you start fully charged.
DC fast charging avg $0.35/kWh. Home charging avg $0.16/kWh. US grid CO2: 0.39 kg/kWh.
Travel Intel
Current conditions at both ends of the drive.
Destination
Camden, NJ
Night in Camden on Friday
Local time
9:44 PM
EDT
Current temp
58°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Seasonal Notes
Summer travel usually means heavier construction, hotter rest stops, and busier weekend traffic around major cities.
Winter travel shortens daylight, so a route that looks manageable on paper can feel much longer after dark.
Holiday weekends tend to make both departure and arrival windows slower than the raw route time suggests.
Time zone
Same local time
Origin and destination are on the same clock, so arrival timing is easier to judge at a glance.
Temperature spread
11 degrees cooler at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
1h 49m on the road
Use the two city cards together: check the sky where you start, then compare it with the local time and temperature at arrival.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
Frequently Asked Questions
The drive from Basking Ridge, NJ to Camden, NJ covers 75.5 miles and takes about 1h 49m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 295, US 206, NJ 38. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 37.8 miles from Basking Ridge, NJ. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $12.52 one way. This estimate uses 25.4 MPG — your actual cost will vary with your vehicle's fuel efficiency and current gas prices.
Leave by 9 AM and you'll arrive before lunch. Even a 4 PM departure gets you there before dark in summer.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 75.5 miles you will encounter 29 spots where lane choice or exit timing matters. Not difficult for experienced highway drivers, but worth previewing the tricky sections before you go.
The main spots that need attention: at 10.8 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 12.4 miles (US 206): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 38.6 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here.
Between Basking Ridge, NJ and Camden, NJ, road signs point toward Flemington, Princeton and Trauma Center.
How this page is built
Compiled by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy from open government datasets — OSRM over OpenStreetMap for geometry, and EIA for fuel prices. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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