Origin
Cape May, NJ
Morning in Cape May on Saturday
Local time
10:37 AM
EDT
Current temp
50°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Cape May, NJ to Camden, NJ
Compiled and reviewed by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 18, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
1h 49m
Distance
79.7 mi
128 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 6m
10 AM
1h 55m
12 PM
1h 53m
3 PM
1h 56m
5 PM
2h 5m
8 PM
1h 45m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Cape May, NJ
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Camden, NJ
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Trip Overview
Cape May to Camden is 79.7 miles and takes about 1 hour 49 minutes via Veterans Memorial Highway and Garden State Parkway, with a fuel budget near $13 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This trip stays within New Jersey, moving from the Northeast region to another part of the Northeast. Expect a drive with a lot of turns, typical of local routes, rather than a straightforward highway cruise. If you're looking for a short, manageable drive within the Garden State, this route offers a direct connection.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Midpoint
39.9 miles from Cape May, NJ
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h into the drive .
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 49m. Total distance: 79.7 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 49m drive, comfortable solo distance.
Scenic Drive
Turn-heavy local drive route profile.
Drive Character
This drive is characterized as 'turn-heavy' with a highway share of only 17%, meaning you'll navigate many local roads and intersections. The longest stretch without a significant turn or change in direction is 40.7 miles on Veterans Memorial Highway. You'll experience a mix of driving conditions, transitioning from potentially faster segments on Veterans Memorial Highway and the Garden State Parkway to more intricate local road navigation as you approach Camden. Be prepared for a dynamic driving experience that requires your attention.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 24 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 40.7 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 0.8 miles in near Washington Street.
Driving Effort
9/10
Demanding - stay alert through the decision-heavy sections
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 79.7 miles you will encounter 15 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 0.8 miles (Washington Street): Lane positioning matters here; at 1 miles (NJ 109; OD / Washington Street): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 11.7 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 15 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
7
0.8 mi into trip
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~3m in
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Washington Street
Turn right onto Washington Street
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight lane.
7
1 mi into trip
|
~3m in
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NJ 109; OD / Washington Street
Keep slight right at fork onto NJ 109; OD / Washington Street
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
8
11.7 mi into trip
|
~16m in
Take the exit toward Stone Harbor, Cape May Court House
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 10
Toward Stone Harbor, Cape May Court House
9
77.4 mi into trip
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~1h 45m in
|
I 676 / North-South Freeway
Keep slight right at fork onto I 676 / North-South Freeway toward I 676 North: Camden, Ben Franklin Bridge
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 2
Toward I 676 North: Camden, Ben Franklin Bridge
8
78.4 mi into trip
|
~1h 46m in
Take the exit toward Holtec Boulevard, Port Terminals, Broadway, Gloucester
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 3
Toward Holtec Boulevard, Port Terminals, Broadw...
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Between Cape May, NJ and Camden, NJ, road signs point toward Stone Harbor and Cape May Court House.
Stone Harbor
11.7 mi in
|
~16m
Cape May Court House
11.7 mi in
|
~16m
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Veterans Memorial Highway | 40.7 mi | 48m |
| Garden State Parkway | 9.7 mi | 11m |
| New Stage Road | 5.8 mi | 9m |
| Court House South Dennis Road | 5.8 mi | 9m |
| North-South Freeway | 4.2 mi | 5m |
| North Delsea Drive | 4.1 mi | 6m |
| Delsea Drive | 2.8 mi | 4m |
| East Creek Mill Road | 2.7 mi | 4m |
Longest stretch:
Veterans Memorial Highway
— 40.7 mi, about 48m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Cape May, NJ and Camden, NJ.
1
Start on this road
82 ft
·
11 sec
·
this road
2
Turn left onto New York Avenue
104 ft
·
6 sec
·
New York Avenue
3
Turn right onto Reading Avenue
0.7 mi
·
2 min
·
Reading Avenue
4
Turn right onto Massachusetts Avenue
324 ft
·
19 sec
·
Massachusetts Avenue
5
Turn left onto East Street
302 ft
·
15 sec
·
East Street
6
Turn right onto Washington Street
0.2 mi
·
24 sec
·
Washington Street
Use the straight lane.
7
Keep slight right at fork onto NJ 109; OD
102 ft
·
2 sec
·
Washington Street
Use the right lane.
8
Turn straight onto NJ 109; OD
1.0 mi
·
1 min
·
Lafayette Street
9
Turn straight onto GSP
9.7 mi
·
11 min
·
Garden State Parkway
Toward GSP North: Garden State Parkway North
10
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
36 sec
Exit 10
Toward Stone Harbor, Cape May Court House
Use the slight right lane.
11
Turn left onto CR 657
0.3 mi
·
42 sec
·
Stone Harbor Boulevard
Use the straight lane.
12
Continue on CR 657
5.8 mi
·
9 min
·
Court House South Dennis Road
Use the straight lane.
13
Turn right onto NJ 47
4.1 mi
·
6 min
·
North Delsea Drive
14
Turn straight onto NJ 347
2.7 mi
·
4 min
·
East Creek Mill Road
Use the straight lane.
15
Continue on NJ 347
5.8 mi
·
9 min
·
New Stage Road
16
Continue on NJ 47
2.8 mi
·
4 min
·
Delsea Drive
17
Continue on NJ 55
41 mi
·
48 min
·
Veterans Memorial Highway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
18
Merge onto NJ 42
3.3 mi
·
4 min
·
North-South Freeway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
19
Keep slight right at fork onto I 676
0.9 mi
·
1 min
·
North-South Freeway
Exit 2
Toward I 676 North: Camden, Ben Franklin Bridge
Use the slight right lane.
20
Take the exit
0.1 mi
·
17 sec
Exit 3
Toward Holtec Boulevard, Port Terminals, Broadway, Gloucester
Use the slight right lane.
21
Keep slight left at fork
220 ft
·
7 sec
Toward Holtec Boulevard
22
Turn left onto Morgan Street
0.2 mi
·
28 sec
·
Morgan Street
Use the left / straight lanes.
23
Turn right onto CR 551
1.0 mi
·
1 min
·
Broadway
24
Arrive at destination
CR 551
Trip Plan
Given the relatively short 1 hour and 49-minute duration, this trip is easily completed in a single day, offering flexibility in your departure time. Aim to leave when you feel most alert, as the numerous turns on local roads will demand your focus. With a fuel cost estimated at $13, you won't need to worry extensively about finding gas stations, but it's always wise to top off before departing Cape May. Pay close attention to signage, especially when transitioning between the main roads and local segments, to ensure you stay on course for Camden.
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 39.9 miles from Cape May, NJ, or about 1h into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 40.7 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 18 miles or 27m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 39.9 miles or 1h 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 33m
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 Cape May, NJ so your first major turns are already loaded.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Cape May, NJ
This is one driving day of about 79.7 miles and 1h 49m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 18 miles from Cape May, NJ.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
The longest stretch is on Veterans Memorial Highway for about 40.7 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 39.9 mi from Cape May, NJ · 1h into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
40 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 18 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 39.9 miles from Cape May, 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
$13.21 one way
$26.43 round trip
$4.21/gal
25.4 MPG avg
28 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.61 | $14.47 | $28.94 |
| premium | $4.93 | $15.46 | $30.91 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $17.60 | $35.19 |
Estimated Tolls: $0.58
Garden State Parkway
(9.7 mi)
$0.58
Toll estimates based on average 2024-2025 rates. EZ-Pass/SunPass discounts may lower the actual cost.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$13
Tolls
$1
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$39–$64
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 27.9 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $8 in charging · 0 stops · 68% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 23.9 | 0 | $8.37 | $3.83 |
| Efficient EV | 19.9 | 0 | $6.97 | $3.19 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 31.9 | 0 | $11.16 | $5.10 |
Gas CO2
28 kg
EV CO2
9 kg (68% 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
Morning in Camden on Saturday
Local time
10:37 AM
EDT
Current temp
58°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
39°F
Millville, NJ
40 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
8 degrees warmer 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 Cape May, NJ to Camden, NJ covers 79.7 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 Veterans Memorial Highway, Garden State Parkway, New Stage Road. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 39.9 miles from Cape May, NJ. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $13.21 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 79.7 miles you will encounter 15 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 0.8 miles (Washington Street): Lane positioning matters here; at 1 miles (NJ 109; OD / Washington Street): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 11.7 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Between Cape May, NJ and Camden, NJ, road signs point toward Stone Harbor and Cape May Court House.
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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