Origin
Camden, NJ
Evening in Camden on Sunday
Local time
7:17 PM
EDT
Current temp
64°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Camden, NJ to Glassboro, NJ
Drive Time
23m
Distance
16.9 mi
27 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$3
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 21m
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6 AM
0h 23m
8 AM
0h 27m
10 AM
0h 25m
12 PM
0h 24m
3 PM
0h 25m
5 PM
0h 27m
8 PM
0h 22m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Camden, NJ
Garrison Gao
Glassboro, NJ
Malcolm Garret
Trip Overview
Traveling from Camden to Glassboro is a quick 16.9-mile journey that typically takes about 23 minutes. Because of the short distance, this trip is perfectly suited as a simple one-day excursion. You will primarily navigate via the Veterans Memorial Highway, the North-South Freeway, and North Woodbury Road. With a fuel cost of approximately $3, it is an incredibly economical route to traverse within the Northeast region. Since the origin and destination are both located in New Jersey, you will remain within the same state throughout the drive. This straightforward path is ideal if you are looking for a no-fuss, efficient connection between these two points.
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
8.4 miles from Camden, NJ
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 11m into the drive .
Drive Character
Expect a turn-heavy local drive that keeps you engaged rather than lulled by a monotonous interstate slog. Only about 26% of this route consists of highway driving, meaning you will spend the majority of your time navigating local streets. Your longest uninterrupted stretch is 7 miles on the Veterans Memorial Highway, which provides the most consistent portion of the trip. The transition between the freeway sections and the winding local roads creates a shifting pace behind the wheel. Prepare for frequent adjustments as you leave the faster highway segments and move into the more intricate, turn-intensive local stretches.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 12 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Veterans Memorial Highway is the longest continuous segment at about 7 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 1 miles in.
Route Complexity
7/10
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
This is a demanding drive. With 9 significant decision points across 16.9 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 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 55 / Veterans Memorial Highway): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 9 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.
8
5.5 mi into trip
|
~8m in
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NJ 55 / Veterans Memorial Highway
Keep slight right at fork onto NJ 55 / Veterans Memorial Highway toward NJ 55 South: Glassboro, Vineland
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Toward NJ 55 South: Glassboro, Vineland
8
12.6 mi into trip
|
~16m in
Take the exit toward CR 553 South: Pitman, Glassboro
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the right lane.
Exit 53A
Toward CR 553 South: Pitman, Glassboro
5
15.3 mi into trip
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~20m in
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NJ 47; CR 553 / Delsea Drive
Turn right onto NJ 47; CR 553 / Delsea Drive
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / right lanes.
Towns Along This Route
Between Camden, NJ and Glassboro, NJ, road signs point toward Atlantic City, Vineland and Cr 553 South: Pitman.
Atlantic City
1 mi in
|
~1m
Vineland
5.5 mi in
|
~8m
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via NJ 55
Cr 553 South: Pitman
12.6 mi in
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~16m
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Veterans Memorial Highway | 7 mi | 8m |
| North-South Freeway | 4.3 mi | 5m |
| North Woodbury Road | 1.4 mi | 2m |
| Broadway | 1 mi | 1m |
| Woodbury-Glassboro Road | 1 mi | 1m |
| North Main Street | 0.8 mi | 1m |
| Delsea Drive | 0.7 mi | 1m |
| Morgan Street | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
Veterans Memorial Highway
— 7 mi, about 8m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Camden, NJ and Glassboro, 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 right at fork onto NJ 55
7.0 mi
·
8 min
·
Veterans Memorial Highway
Toward NJ 55 South: Glassboro, Vineland
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
6
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
43 sec
Exit 53A
Toward CR 553 South: Pitman, Glassboro
Use the right lane.
7
Turn straight onto CR 553
1.0 mi
·
1 min
·
Woodbury-Glassboro Road
Use the none lane.
8
Turn straight onto CR 553
1.4 mi
·
2 min
·
North Woodbury Road
9
Turn right onto NJ 47; CR 553
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
Delsea Drive
Use the straight / right lanes.
10
Turn right
254 ft
·
23 sec
11
Turn left onto CR 553
0.8 mi
·
1 min
·
North Main Street
Use the none lane.
12
Arrive at destination
CR 553
Trip Plan
Since this is a short 23-minute drive, you have plenty of flexibility regarding your departure time and overall schedule. You won't need to worry about planning for overnight stays or extensive rest breaks, as the duration is manageable in one go. Keep in mind that with zero scheduled stops, it is wise to handle your fuel needs before you depart to ensure a seamless trip. Because the route relies heavily on local roads, stay alert at intersections and be prepared for frequent turns. A helpful tip is to double-check your GPS before hitting North Woodbury Road, as the turn-heavy nature of the final approach can be tricky if you aren't paying close attention to your navigation.
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 8.4 miles from Camden, NJ, or about 11m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 7 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 16.9 miles or 23m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 8.4 miles or 11m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 19m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Glassboro, 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 16.9 miles and 23m.
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 Veterans Memorial Highway for about 7 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 8.4 mi from Camden, NJ · 11m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
8 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 16.9 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 8.4 miles from Camden, NJ, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Glassboro, NJ
The final approach into Glassboro, 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 Glassboro, 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
$2.80 one way
$5.59 round trip
$4.20/gal
25.4 MPG avg
6 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.60 | $3.06 | $6.12 |
| premium | $4.92 | $3.27 | $6.55 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $3.75 | $7.51 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$3
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$28–$53
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 5.9 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $2 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 5.1 | 0 | $1.77 | $0.81 |
| Efficient EV | 4.2 | 0 | $1.48 | $0.68 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 6.8 | 0 | $2.37 | $1.08 |
Gas CO2
6 kg
EV CO2
2 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.
Destination
Glassboro, NJ
Evening in Glassboro on Sunday
Local time
7:17 PM
EDT
Current temp
64°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
Very similar conditions
Both ends of the route are sitting at about the same temperature right now.
Road read
23m 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 Glassboro, NJ covers 16.9 miles and takes about 23m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Veterans Memorial Highway, North-South Freeway, North Woodbury Road. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 8.4 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 $2.80 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 9 significant decision points across 16.9 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 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 55 / Veterans Memorial Highway): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Between Camden, NJ and Glassboro, NJ, road signs point toward Atlantic City, Vineland and Cr 553 South: Pitman.
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