Compiled and reviewed by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 18, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
47m
Distance
37.2 mi
60 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$6
one way
EV Charging
Fair
4 stations
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Camden, NJ
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Salem, NJ
David Kanigan
Camden, NJ to Salem, NJ is 37.2 miles and takes about 47 minutes via I 295 and US 130, with a fuel budget near $6 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This short trip stays within the Northeast region, entirely within New Jersey. It's a straightforward drive, mostly on highways, making it a convenient option for a quick local trip. You'll find it's a practical way to get from one point to another without a significant time commitment.
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 295 | 13.2 mi | 15m |
| US 130 | 9.4 mi | 11m |
| North Broadway | 7 mi | 9m |
| South Broadway | 2.6 mi | 2m |
| Crown Point Road | 1.4 mi | 1m |
| Broadway | 1.3 mi | 2m |
| New Broadway | 0.8 mi | 1m |
| West Broadway | 0.5 mi | <1m |
Step-by-step road directions between Camden, NJ and Salem, NJ.
Start on CR 551
Continue on CR 551
Continue on CR 551
Enter roundabout onto US 130
Continue on US 130
Continue on US 130
Turn straight onto US 130
Take the exit onto US 130
Keep slight left at fork onto US 130
Keep slight left at fork onto I 295
Keep slight left at fork onto I 295
Take the exit
Continue on US 130
Continue on NJ 49
Continue on NJ 49
Continue on NJ 49
Turn left onto NJ 49
Arrive at destination
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
19 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.
A short stop after about 37 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
The midpoint is around 18.6 miles from Camden, NJ, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
5 decision points cluster between mile 3.6 and 28 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
Enter roundabout onto US 130 / New Broadway
Roundabout - know your exit number before entering
Take the exit onto US 130 toward US 130 South: Delaware Memorial Bridge, Delaware
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Keep slight left at fork onto US 130 toward US 130 South: Delaware Memorial Bridge
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Keep slight left at fork onto I 295
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Take the exit toward NJ 49 East: Pennsville, Salem
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Regular Gas
$6.17 one way
$12.33 round trip
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.61 | $6.75 | $13.51 |
| premium | $4.93 | $7.21 | $14.43 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $8.21 | $16.43 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$6
Estimated CO2 emission: 13 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $4 in charging · 0 stops · 69% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 11.2 | 0 | $3.91 | $1.79 |
| Efficient EV | 9.3 | 0 | $3.26 | $1.49 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 14.9 | 0 | $5.21 | $2.38 |
Gas CO2
13 kg
EV CO2
4 kg (69% 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.
Current conditions at both ends of the drive.
Origin
Afternoon in Camden on Saturday
Local time
2:44 PM
EDT
Current temp
72°F
Partly Sunny
Freeze Watch
Freeze Watch issued April 18 at 1:02PM EDT until April 21 at 9:00AM EDT by NWS Mount Holly NJ
Destination
Afternoon in Salem on Saturday
Local time
2:44 PM
EDT
Current temp
49°F
Unavailable
Time zone
Origin and destination are on the same clock, so arrival timing is easier to judge at a glance.
Temperature spread
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
The weather snapshot is not static. If you are leaving later, give both cities one more quick forecast check before departure.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
This route is 61% highway, with your longest stretch on I 295 covering 13.2 miles. You'll transition from highway cruising to surface roads like US 130 and North Broadway after the main highway section. Expect a more suburban feel with frequent exits as you approach your destination.
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 295 and US 130. You will hit about 7 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 3.6 miles in near US 130 / New Broadway.
Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 37.2 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 3.6 miles (US 130 / New Broadway): Roundabout - know your exit number before entering; at 5.4 miles (US 130): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 5.5 miles (US 130): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
On the drive from Camden, NJ to Salem, NJ, road signs begin pointing toward Delaware along the way.
Delaware
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 47m. Total distance: 37.2 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
47m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (61%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
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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