Origin
Camden, NJ
Evening in Camden on Sunday
Local time
8:27 PM
EDT
Current temp
64°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Camden, NJ to Atlantic City, NJ
Drive Time
1h 12m
Distance
57.3 mi
92 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$9
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 6m
★
6 AM
1h 12m
8 AM
1h 23m
10 AM
1h 16m
12 PM
1h 15m
3 PM
1h 17m
5 PM
1h 23m
8 PM
1h 9m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Camden, NJ
Garrison Gao
Atlantic City, NJ
Yura Forrat
Trip Overview
If you are planning a quick getaway from Camden to Atlantic City, you are looking at a straightforward 57.3-mile journey that typically takes about 1 hour and 12 minutes. This route is perfectly suited for a single-day trip, allowing you to reach the coast in well under two hours without needing an overnight stay. You will spend roughly $9 on fuel for the trip, making it a very cost-effective way to transition from the urban Northeast landscape to the Atlantic shore. Since the drive is entirely within New Jersey, you won't deal with regional transitions, keeping the travel experience consistent from start to finish. It is a practical, no-nonsense commute that gets you to your destination efficiently.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Break Rhythm
0 planned breaks
A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
Midpoint
28.6 miles from Camden, NJ
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 36m into the drive .
Drive Character
Expect a highly efficient experience, as 96% of this trip is spent on highways. You will navigate via Broadway and the North-South Freeway before settling into the primary leg of the journey. The bulk of your time behind the wheel involves a 44.3-mile stretch on the Atlantic City Expressway, which serves as the longest uninterrupted portion of the route. Because it is a highway-focused drive, the pace remains consistent and fast. Do not expect winding backroads here; instead, anticipate a steady, predictable flow of traffic as you transition from the outskirts of Camden directly toward the coast.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 10 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Atlantic City Expressway is the longest continuous segment at about 44.3 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on Atlantic City Expressway and North-South Freeway. You will hit about 7 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 1 miles in.
Route Complexity
5/10
Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 57.3 miles you will encounter 7 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 1 miles: Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 1.2 miles (I 676 / North-South Freeway): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 5.5 miles (NJ 42 / North-South Freeway): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 7 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
7
1 mi into trip
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~1m in
Take the ramp toward I 676 South, NJTP: Walt Whitman Bridge, Atlantic City
Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Toward I 676 South, NJTP: Walt Whitman Bridge,...
5
1.2 mi into trip
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~2m in
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I 676 / North-South Freeway
Merge onto I 676 / North-South Freeway
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight left / none lanes.
6
5.5 mi into trip
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~8m in
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NJ 42 / North-South Freeway
Keep slight left at fork onto NJ 42 / North-South Freeway
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the none / straight / slight right lanes.
7
11.9 mi into trip
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~16m in
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ACE / Atlantic City Expressway
Keep slight left at fork onto ACE / Atlantic City Expressway toward Atlantic City Expressway
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight left lane.
Toward Atlantic City Expressway
5
38.3 mi into trip
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~47m in
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ACE / Atlantic City Expressway
Continue onto ACE / Atlantic City Expressway toward DE 50: Egg Harbor, Mays Landing
Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the none / straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 17
Toward DE 50: Egg Harbor, Mays Landing
Towns Along This Route
On the drive from Camden, NJ to Atlantic City, NJ, road signs begin pointing toward Mays Landing along the way.
Mays Landing
38.3 mi in
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~47m
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via ACE
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Atlantic City Expressway | 44.3 mi | 53m |
| North-South Freeway | 10.6 mi | 14m |
| Broadway | 1 mi | 1m |
| Atlantic Avenue | 0.9 mi | 1m |
| Italian Heritage Boulevard | 0.2 mi | <1m |
| Morgan Street | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
Atlantic City Expressway
— 44.3 mi, about 53m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Camden, NJ and Atlantic City, NJ.
1
Start on CR 551
1.0 mi
·
1 min
·
Broadway
2
Turn left onto Morgan Street
328 ft
·
6 sec
·
Morgan Street
3
Take the ramp
0.2 mi
·
22 sec
Toward I 676 South, NJTP: Walt Whitman Bridge, Atlantic City
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
4
Merge onto I 676
4.3 mi
·
5 min
·
North-South Freeway
Use the straight / slight left / none lanes.
5
Keep slight left at fork onto NJ 42
6.3 mi
·
8 min
·
North-South Freeway
Use the none / straight / slight right lanes.
6
Keep slight left at fork onto ACE
26 mi
·
30 min
·
Atlantic City Expressway
Toward Atlantic City Expressway
Use the slight left lane.
7
Continue on ACE
18 mi
·
22 min
·
Atlantic City Expressway
Exit 17
Toward DE 50: Egg Harbor, Mays Landing
Use the none / straight / slight right lanes.
8
Continue on Italian Heritage Boulevard
0.2 mi
·
29 sec
·
Italian Heritage Boulevard
Use the straight / right lanes.
9
Turn left onto OD
0.9 mi
·
1 min
·
Atlantic Avenue
Use the left / straight lanes.
10
Arrive at destination
OD
Trip Plan
Since this is a short, 1.2-hour drive, you have plenty of flexibility regarding your departure time. You can easily complete the entire 57.3-mile distance in one go, as no stops are strictly necessary to reach your destination. To ensure a smooth experience, keep an eye on traffic patterns when entering the Atlantic City Expressway, as it is the backbone of your trip. Budgeting approximately $9 for gas should cover your fuel needs, but it is always wise to fill up before leaving Camden to avoid higher prices near tourist hubs. Use the simplicity of this direct route to your advantage by planning your arrival to coincide with your check-in or event time.
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 28.6 miles from Camden, NJ, or about 36m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 44.3 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 57.3 miles or 1h 12m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 28.6 miles or 36m 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
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Atlantic City, NJ than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Camden, NJ so your first major turns are already loaded.
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Leave with enough water and a charging cable within reach, not packed away.
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Check your fuel range against the first long segment, especially if you are starting outside city service areas.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Camden, NJ
This is one driving day of about 57.3 miles and 1h 12m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Camden, NJ.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
You may only need one short stretch stop if conditions stay smooth.
The longest stretch is on Atlantic City Expressway for about 44.3 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 28.6 mi from Camden, NJ · 36m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
29 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 57.3 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 28.6 miles from Camden, NJ, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Atlantic City, NJ
The final approach into Atlantic City, NJ usually feels slower than the middle of the drive, so avoid planning your tightest schedule at the very end.
Try to arrive with enough fuel left to skip an immediate station stop unless you already know the area around Atlantic City, NJ.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$9.48 one way
$18.96 round trip
$4.20/gal
25.4 MPG avg
20 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.60 | $10.37 | $20.75 |
| premium | $4.92 | $11.10 | $22.21 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $12.73 | $25.46 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$9
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$34–$59
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 20 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $6 in charging · 0 stops · 65% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 17.2 | 0 | $6.02 | $2.75 |
| Efficient EV | 14.3 | 0 | $5.01 | $2.29 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 22.9 | 0 | $8.02 | $3.67 |
Gas CO2
20 kg
EV CO2
7 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
Atlantic City, NJ
Evening in Atlantic City on Sunday
Local time
8:27 PM
EDT
Current temp
56°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
8 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 12m 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 Camden, NJ to Atlantic City, NJ covers 57.3 miles and takes about 1h 12m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Atlantic City Expressway, North-South Freeway, Broadway. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 28.6 miles from Camden, NJ. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $9.48 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 57.3 miles you will encounter 7 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 1 miles: Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 1.2 miles (I 676 / North-South Freeway): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 5.5 miles (NJ 42 / North-South Freeway): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
On the drive from Camden, NJ to Atlantic City, NJ, road signs begin pointing toward Mays Landing along the way.
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