Origin
Linden, NJ
Late night in Linden on Saturday
Local time
4:01 AM
EDT
Current temp
47°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Linden, 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 37m
Distance
74.7 mi
120 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$12
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 30m
★
6 AM
1h 37m
8 AM
1h 52m
10 AM
1h 42m
12 PM
1h 41m
3 PM
1h 43m
5 PM
1h 51m
8 PM
1h 33m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Linden, NJ
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Camden, NJ
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Trip Overview
This straightforward 74.7-mile drive from Linden, NJ, to Camden, NJ, takes approximately 1 hour and 37 minutes and is perfectly suited for a single day trip. You'll primarily be on the New Jersey Turnpike, making it a highway-focused experience. With a fuel cost estimated at $12, this route offers an efficient way to travel within the Northeast region. Given its relatively short duration and direct path, no overnight stops are necessary, allowing for maximum flexibility in your schedule. This is a practical option for those needing to move between these two New Jersey locations efficiently.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Midpoint
37.3 miles from Linden, NJ
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 48m into the drive .
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 37m. Total distance: 74.7 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 37m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (84%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Drive Character
Expect a highway-focused drive for 84% of this 74.7-mile journey, predominantly on the New Jersey Turnpike. The longest uninterrupted stretch you'll encounter is 55.9 miles, offering a consistent pace. While the majority of the drive is on high-speed roadways, the route does incorporate sections of Kaighns Avenue and US 1 as you approach your destination, introducing some variations in road type. This blend means you'll experience both open highway cruising and more localized travel as you get closer to Camden.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 25 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
New Jersey Turnpike is the longest continuous segment at about 55.9 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on New Jersey Turnpike and Kaighns Avenue. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 7.5 miles in.
Driving Effort
10/10
Demanding - stay alert through the decision-heavy sections
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 74.7 miles you will encounter 18 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 7.5 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 8 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 8.2 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 18 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
8
7.5 mi into trip
|
~12m in
Keep slight right at fork toward I 95, NJTP: New York City, Trenton
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight right lane.
Toward I 95, NJTP: New York City, Trenton
9
8 mi into trip
|
~13m in
Keep slight left at fork toward I 95 South, NJTP South: Trenton
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight left lane.
Toward I 95 South, NJTP South: Trenton
6
8.2 mi into trip
|
~14m in
Keep slight left at fork
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight left lane.
7
65 mi into trip
|
~1h 20m in
Keep slight right at fork toward NJ 73 North: Camden
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight left / slight right lanes.
Toward NJ 73 North: Camden
7
72.4 mi into trip
|
~1h 32m 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.
Between Linden, NJ and Camden, NJ, road signs point toward Shore Points, Cr 501 West: Fords, Gsp North, Njtp, Njtp: New York City and Trenton - among others.
Shore Points
4.9 mi in
|
~8m
|
via US 9
Cr 501 West: Fords
7 mi in
|
~11m
Gsp North
7.2 mi in
|
~12m
Njtp
7.2 mi in
|
~12m
Njtp: New York City
7.5 mi in
|
~12m
Trenton
7.5 mi in
|
~12m
Njtp South: Trenton
8 mi in
|
~13m
Njtp South: Camden
47.7 mi in
|
~1h
|
via NJTP
Wilmington
47.7 mi in
|
~1h
|
via NJTP
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| New Jersey Turnpike | 55.9 mi | 1h 4m |
| Kaighns Avenue | 7.5 mi | 12m |
| US 1 | 3.3 mi | 5m |
| US 9 | 2.1 mi | 3m |
| East Edgar Road | 1.4 mi | 2m |
| NJ 73 | 0.7 mi | 1m |
| NJ-73 | 0.6 mi | <1m |
| Broadway | 0.3 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
New Jersey Turnpike
— 55.9 mi, about 1h 4m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Linden, NJ and Camden, NJ.
1
Start on West 12th Street
268 ft
·
13 sec
·
West 12th Street
2
Turn right onto South Stiles Street
0.1 mi
·
25 sec
·
South Stiles Street
3
Turn left onto US 1; US 9
1.4 mi
·
2 min
·
East Edgar Road
Use the left / straight lanes.
4
Continue on US 1; US 9
0.3 mi
·
28 sec
·
US 1; US 9
5
Continue on US 1; US 9
3.1 mi
·
4 min
·
US 1; US 9
Use the straight lane.
6
Keep slight left at fork onto US 9
2.1 mi
·
3 min
·
US 9
Toward Shore Points
7
Take the exit
510 ft
·
14 sec
Toward NJ 184 West, CR 501 West: Fords
8
Continue on King George's Post Road
0.2 mi
·
16 sec
·
King George's Post Road
9
Take the ramp
0.2 mi
·
32 sec
Toward GSP North, I 95, NJTP
10
Keep slight right at fork
0.3 mi
·
39 sec
Toward I 95, NJTP: New York City, Trenton
Use the slight right lane.
11
Keep slight left at fork
0.2 mi
·
23 sec
12
Keep slight left at fork
0.2 mi
·
23 sec
Toward I 95 South, NJTP South: Trenton
Use the slight left lane.
13
Keep slight left at fork
0.4 mi
·
56 sec
Use the slight left lane.
14
Merge onto I 95; NJTP
39 mi
·
45 min
·
New Jersey Turnpike
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
15
Keep slight left at fork onto NJTP
17 mi
·
19 min
·
New Jersey Turnpike
Toward NJTP South: Camden, Wilmington
16
Take the exit
0.5 mi
·
55 sec
Exit 4
Toward NJ 73: Mount Laurel, Camden
17
Keep slight right at fork
0.2 mi
·
24 sec
Toward NJ 73 North: Camden
Use the slight left / slight right lanes.
18
Merge onto NJ 73
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
NJ 73
Use the slight right lane.
19
Continue on NJ-73
0.6 mi
·
52 sec
·
NJ-73
20
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
43 sec
Toward NJ 38 West: Camden, Ben Franklin Bridge
21
Merge onto NJ 38
5.6 mi
·
8 min
·
Kaighns Avenue
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
22
Keep slight left at fork onto US 130
189 ft
·
6 sec
·
South Crescent Boulevard
Toward US 130 South, US 30 East
23
Turn slight right onto CR 607
1.9 mi
·
3 min
·
Kaighns Avenue
24
Turn left onto CR 551
0.3 mi
·
32 sec
·
Broadway
25
Arrive at destination
CR 551
Trip Plan
Given this is a manageable 1-hour-and-37-minute drive, you have the flexibility to depart at your convenience, though avoiding peak rush hour traffic on the New Jersey Turnpike is always a good idea. With only 74.7 miles and an estimated fuel cost of $12, extensive planning isn't required. Consider utilizing the longest stretch on the New Jersey Turnpike, which spans 55.9 miles, for a good period of uninterrupted travel before needing to think about potential rest stops. Keep an eye out for signs directing you onto Kaighns Avenue and US 1 as you get closer to Camden, as these will mark the transition from the primary highway.
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 37.3 miles from Linden, NJ, or about 48m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 55.9 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 miles or 23m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 37.3 miles or 48m 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 18m
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 Linden, NJ so your first major turns are already loaded.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Linden, NJ
This is one driving day of about 74.7 miles and 1h 37m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 16 miles from Linden, NJ.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
The longest stretch is on New Jersey Turnpike for about 55.9 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 37.3 mi from Linden, NJ · 48m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
37 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 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 37.3 miles from Linden, 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
$12.38 one way
$24.77 round trip
$4.21/gal
25.4 MPG avg
26 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.61 | $13.56 | $27.13 |
| premium | $4.93 | $14.49 | $28.97 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $16.49 | $32.99 |
Estimated Tolls: $7.83
New Jersey Turnpike
(55.9 mi)
$7.83
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
$12
Tolls
$8
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$45–$70
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 26.1 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $8 in charging · 0 stops · 65% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 22.4 | 0 | $7.84 | $3.59 |
| Efficient EV | 18.7 | 0 | $6.54 | $2.99 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 29.9 | 0 | $10.46 | $4.78 |
Gas CO2
26 kg
EV CO2
9 kg (65% 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
Late night in Camden on Saturday
Local time
4:01 AM
EDT
Current temp
58°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
11 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 37m 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 Linden, NJ to Camden, NJ covers 74.7 miles and takes about 1h 37m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are New Jersey Turnpike, Kaighns Avenue, US 1. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 37.3 miles from Linden, NJ. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $12.38 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 74.7 miles you will encounter 18 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 7.5 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 8 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 8.2 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
Between Linden, NJ and Camden, NJ, road signs point toward Shore Points, Cr 501 West: Fords, Gsp North, Njtp, Njtp: New York City and Trenton - among others.
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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