Origin
Chesterfield, NJ
Afternoon in Chesterfield on Saturday
Local time
12:43 PM
EDT
Current temp
72°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Chesterfield, 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
50m
Distance
35.1 mi
57 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$6
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 46m
★
6 AM
0h 51m
8 AM
0h 59m
10 AM
0h 54m
12 PM
0h 53m
3 PM
0h 54m
5 PM
0h 59m
8 PM
0h 48m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Chesterfield, NJ
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Camden, NJ
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Trip Overview
The drive from Chesterfield, NJ to Camden, NJ covers 35.1 miles and takes about 50m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on I 295, NJ 38, NJ 68 for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is highway-focused drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 15.2 miles on I 295. At current regular gas prices, budget about $5.82 one way before food or hotel costs.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 50m. Total distance: 35.1 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
50m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (80%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Drive Character
This is a 50m highway drive covering 35.1 miles, with most of the trip on I 295 and NJ 38. The longest continuous stretch is about 15.2 miles on I 295.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 18 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
I 295 is the longest continuous segment at about 15.2 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 295 and NJ 38. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near CR 528 / Jacobstown-Chesterfield Road.
Driving Effort
7/10
Focused - busy navigation packed into a short drive
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a short but busy drive. With 11 decision points packed into just 35.1 miles, you will need to pay attention to lane changes and exits — but the whole thing is over in 50m.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: near the start (CR 528 / Jacobstown-Chesterfield Road): Navigation decision point; at 7.9 miles (I 295): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 23 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 11 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
4
0 mi into trip
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~0m in
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CR 528 / Jacobstown-Chesterfield Road
Turn right onto CR 528 / Jacobstown-Chesterfield Road
Navigation decision point
5
7.9 mi into trip
|
~13m in
|
I 295
Merge onto I 295
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / right lanes.
8
23 mi into trip
|
~31m in
Take the exit toward NJ 38: Moorestown, Trauma Center
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 40
Toward NJ 38: Moorestown, Trauma Center
5
23.4 mi into trip
|
~31m in
|
NJ 38
Merge onto NJ 38
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
7
32.8 mi into trip
|
~46m in
|
US 130 / South Crescent Boulevard
Keep slight left at fork onto US 130 / South Crescent Boulevard toward US 130 South, US 30 East
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward US 130 South, US 30 East
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
On the drive from Chesterfield, NJ to Camden, NJ, road signs begin pointing toward Trauma Center along the way.
Trauma Center
23 mi in
|
~31m
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 295 | 15.2 mi | 17m |
| NJ 38 | 9.5 mi | 14m |
| NJ 68 | 3.1 mi | 4m |
| Kaighns Avenue | 1.9 mi | 3m |
| Chesterfield-Georgeton Road | 1.9 mi | 3m |
| Georgetown Road | 0.7 mi | 1m |
| Rising Sun Road | 0.6 mi | <1m |
| US 206 | 0.5 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
I 295
— 15.2 mi, about 17m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Chesterfield, NJ and Camden, NJ.
1
Start on this road
52 ft
·
4 sec
·
this road
2
Turn right onto CR 528
141 ft
·
9 sec
·
Jacobstown-Chesterfield Road
3
Turn left onto Chesterfield-Georgetown Road
0.4 mi
·
49 sec
·
Chesterfield-Georgetown Road
4
Continue on Chesterfield-Georgeton Road
1.9 mi
·
3 min
·
Chesterfield-Georgeton Road
5
Continue on Chesterfield Road
0.2 mi
·
45 sec
·
Chesterfield Road
6
Turn right onto Georgetown Road
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
Georgetown Road
7
Turn slight right onto NJ 68
3.1 mi
·
4 min
·
NJ 68
8
Turn right onto US 206
0.5 mi
·
47 sec
·
US 206
Use the slight right lane.
9
Turn left onto Connector Road
0.2 mi
·
27 sec
·
Connector Road
10
Turn right onto Rising Sun Road
0.6 mi
·
56 sec
·
Rising Sun Road
Use the right lane.
11
Take the ramp
0.2 mi
·
23 sec
Toward I 295 South
12
Merge onto I 295
15 mi
·
17 min
·
I 295
Use the straight / right lanes.
13
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
36 sec
Exit 40
Toward NJ 38: Moorestown, Trauma Center
Use the slight right lane.
14
Merge onto NJ 38
9.5 mi
·
14 min
·
NJ 38
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
15
Keep slight left at fork onto US 130
189 ft
·
6 sec
·
South Crescent Boulevard
Toward US 130 South, US 30 East
16
Turn slight right onto CR 607
1.9 mi
·
3 min
·
Kaighns Avenue
17
Turn left onto CR 551
0.3 mi
·
32 sec
·
Broadway
18
Arrive at destination
CR 551
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 17.6 mi from Chesterfield, NJ · 24m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
18 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 35 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 17.6 miles from Chesterfield, NJ, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Camden, NJ
Allow a few extra minutes for the final approach into Camden, NJ if you are unfamiliar with the area.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$5.82 one way
$11.64 round trip
$4.21/gal
25.4 MPG avg
12 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.61 | $6.37 | $12.75 |
| premium | $4.93 | $6.81 | $13.61 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $7.75 | $15.50 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$6
Estimated CO2 emission: 12.3 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $4 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 10.5 | 0 | $3.69 | $1.68 |
| Efficient EV | 8.8 | 0 | $3.07 | $1.40 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 14 | 0 | $4.91 | $2.25 |
Gas CO2
12 kg
EV CO2
4 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
Camden, NJ
Afternoon in Camden on Saturday
Local time
12:43 PM
EDT
Current temp
58°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
72°F
Burlington, NJ
18 mi in
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
14 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
50m 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 Chesterfield, NJ to Camden, NJ covers 35.1 miles and takes about 50m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 295, NJ 38, NJ 68. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 17.6 miles from Chesterfield, NJ. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $5.82 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 short but busy drive. With 11 decision points packed into just 35.1 miles, you will need to pay attention to lane changes and exits — but the whole thing is over in 50m.
The main spots that need attention: near the start (CR 528 / Jacobstown-Chesterfield Road): Navigation decision point; at 7.9 miles (I 295): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 23 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
On the drive from Chesterfield, NJ to Camden, NJ, road signs begin pointing toward Trauma Center along the way.
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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