The drive from Camden, NJ to Delaware, NJ covers 86.4 miles and takes about 2h 11m behind the wheel.
This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on NJ 31, Delaware Expressway, US 46 for much of the mileage,
and the overall profile is highway-focused drive.
The longest uninterrupted segment is about 35 miles on NJ 31.
At current regular gas prices, budget about $14.32 one way before food or hotel costs.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Midpoint
43.2 miles from Camden, NJ
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 1h 6m into the drive
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Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 2h 11m. Total distance: 86.4 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
2h 11m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (84%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Drive Character
This is a 2h 11m highway drive covering 86.4 miles, with most of the trip on NJ 31 and Delaware Expressway. The longest continuous stretch is about 35 miles on NJ 31.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 27 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
NJ 31 is the longest continuous segment at about 35 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on NJ 31 and Delaware Expressway. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 3.9 miles in.
Driving Effort10/10
High effort - long or complex enough to need steady focus all day
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a demanding drive. With 17 significant decision points across 86.4 miles, you will need to stay alert - especially through interchange areas and urban stretches. Consider splitting it into segments if you are not comfortable with fast highway navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 3.9 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 4.3 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully; at 22.6 miles (I 295 / Delaware Expressway): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 17 key points
These are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
7
3.9 mi into trip|~7m in
Take the exit toward I 95: New York, Chester
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight right lane.
Toward I 95: New York, Chester
6
4.3 mi into trip|~8m in
Keep slight left at fork toward I 95 North: New York
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
Toward I 95 North: New York
8
22.6 mi into trip|~33m in|I 295 / Delaware Expressway
Keep slight left at fork onto I 295 / Delaware Expressway toward I 295 East: Trenton
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 40
Toward I 295 East: Trenton
8
35.2 mi into trip|~50m in
Take the exit toward CR 579: West Trenton, Trenton-Mercer Airport Passenger Terminal, Harbourtoun
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 75
Toward CR 579: West Trenton, Trenton-Mercer Air...
7
46.6 mi into trip|~1h 11m in|NJ 31
Take the exit onto NJ 31 toward NJ 31 North, US 202 North: Flemington
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight right lane.
Toward NJ 31 North, US 202 North: Flemington
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Between Camden, NJ and Delaware, NJ, road signs point toward Cr 579: West Trenton, Trenton-Mercer Airport Passenger Terminal and Harbourtoun.
Cr 579: West Trenton
35.2 mi in|~50m
Trenton-Mercer Airport Passenger Terminal
35.2 mi in|~50m
Harbourtoun
35.2 mi in|~50m
Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
NJ 31
35 mi
51m
Delaware Expressway
28.8 mi
39m
US 46
6.9 mi
10m
Bear Tavern Road
4.4 mi
8m
Harbourton-Rocktown Road
2.4 mi
4m
Benjamin Franklin Bridge
1.8 mi
3m
Scudder Falls Bridge
1.6 mi
2m
North-South Freeway
1.5 mi
2m
Longest stretch:
NJ 31
— 35 mi, about 51m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Camden, NJ and Delaware, NJ.
1
Start on CR 551
0.2 mi·20 sec·Broadway
2
Turn right onto Atlantic Avenue
0.2 mi·26 sec·Atlantic Avenue
3
Take the ramp
0.2 mi·22 sec
Toward I 676 North: Ben Franklin Bridge, Philadelphia
4
Merge onto I 676
1.5 mi·2 min·North-South Freeway
5
Continue on I 676; US 30
1.8 mi·3 min·Benjamin Franklin Bridge
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
6
Take the exit
0.2 mi·29 sec
Toward I 95: New York, ChesterUse the slight right lane.
7
Merge onto Vine Street Expressway
0.1 mi·9 sec·Vine Street Expressway
8
Keep slight left at fork
0.1 mi·14 sec
Toward I 95 North: New York
9
Continue on this road
0.4 mi·54 sec·this road
Exit 22
10
Merge onto I 95
18 mi·24 min·Delaware Expressway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
11
Keep slight left at fork onto I 295
11 mi·14 min·Delaware Expressway
Exit 40Toward I 295 East: TrentonUse the straight / slight right lanes.
12
Continue on I 295
1.6 mi·2 min·Scudder Falls Bridge
13
Take the exit
0.2 mi·35 sec
Exit 75Toward CR 579: West Trenton, Trenton-Mercer Airport Passenger Terminal, HarbourtounUse the slight right lane.
14
At end of road, turn left onto CR 579
1.2 mi·2 min·Bear Tavern Road
15
Continue on CR 579; CR 637
0.2 mi·26 sec·Jacobs Creek Road
16
Continue on CR 579
3.2 mi·6 min·Bear Tavern Road
17
Continue on CR 579
0.9 mi·1 min·Trenton-Harbourton Road
18
Continue on CR 579
2.4 mi·4 min·Harbourton-Rocktown Road
19
Continue on CR 579
1.1 mi·1 min·Harbourton Road
20
At end of road, turn left onto NJ 31; CR 579
2.2 mi·2 min·NJ 31; CR 579
21
Take the exit onto NJ 31
5.6 mi·8 min·NJ 31
Toward NJ 31 North, US 202 North: FlemingtonUse the slight right lane.
22
Keep slight left at fork onto NJ 31
427 ft·5 sec·NJ 31
23
Enter roundabout onto NJ 31
0.1 mi·7 sec·NJ 31
24
Continue on NJ 31
27 mi·39 min·NJ 31
Use the straight lane.
25
At end of road, turn left onto US 46
6.9 mi·10 min·US 46
26
Turn right onto Clinton Street
488 ft·21 sec·Clinton Street
27
Arrive at destination
Clinton Street
Trip Plan
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 43.2 miles from Camden, NJ, or about 1h 6m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 35 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 19 miles or 28m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 43.2 miles or 1h 6m 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 51m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Delaware, 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 86.4 miles and 2h 11m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 19 miles from Camden, NJ.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
The longest stretch is on NJ 31 for about 35 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 43.2 mi from Camden, NJ
· 1h 6m into the drive
Place data sourced from public business listings. Hours and availability may vary.
National Parks Near This Route
Worth a detour if your schedule allows.
Delaware Water Gap National Recreation Area
National Recreation Area
Situated within the most densely populated region of the United States, Delaware Water Gap National Recreation Area provides a unique opportunity to experience tranquil landscapes, rich human history,...
17 mi from route
~43 min detour
$10
near mile 86.4
Park Closure: Old Mine Road North Construction Closure Begins April 6, 2026
Park Closure: Dingmans Falls Trail, Road, and Access Closed for Bridge Replacement
Morristown National Historical Park commemorates the sites of General Washington and the Continental Army’s winter encampment from December 1779 to June 1780, where soldiers survived the coldest winte...
21 mi from route
~52 min detour
Free
near mile 62.6
Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$14.32 one way
$28.65 round trip
$4.21/gal25.4 MPG avg30 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.61
$15.69
$31.38
premium
$4.93
$16.76
$33.51
diesel
$5.61
$19.08
$38.15
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$14
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$39–$64
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 30.2 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $9 in charging
· 0 stops
· 67% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
25.9
0
$9.07
$4.15
Efficient EV
21.6
0
$7.56
$3.46
EV Truck/SUV
34.6
0
$12.10
$5.53
Gas CO2
30 kg
EV CO2
10 kg (67% 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.
Forecast as of Apr 15, 2026
Origin
Camden, NJ
Night
in Camden on Thursday
Local time
11:49 PM
EDT
Current temp
58°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Destination
Delaware, NJ
Night
in Delaware on Thursday
Local time
11:49 PM
EDT
Current temp
42°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
45°F
New Hope, PA
43 mi in
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
16 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
2h 11m 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 Delaware, NJ covers 86.4 miles and takes about 2h 11m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are NJ 31, Delaware Expressway, US 46. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 43.2 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 $14.32 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 is a demanding drive. With 17 significant decision points across 86.4 miles, you will need to stay alert - especially through interchange areas and urban stretches. Consider splitting it into segments if you are not comfortable with fast highway navigation.
The main spots that need attention: at 3.9 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 4.3 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully; at 22.6 miles (I 295 / Delaware Expressway): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
Between Camden, NJ and Delaware, NJ, road signs point toward Cr 579: West Trenton, Trenton-Mercer Airport Passenger Terminal and Harbourtoun.
Yes. Nearby national parks include Delaware Water Gap National Recreation Area and Morristown National Historical Park.
