Origin
Maple Shade, NJ
Night in Maple Shade on Sunday
Local time
10:44 PM
EDT
Current temp
54°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Maple Shade, NJ to Camden, NJ
Drive Time
1h 22m
Distance
54.6 mi
88 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$9
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 16m
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6 AM
1h 22m
8 AM
1h 35m
10 AM
1h 27m
12 PM
1h 25m
3 PM
1h 27m
5 PM
1h 34m
8 PM
1h 18m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Maple Shade, NJ
Dawn Lio
Camden, NJ
Garrison Gao
Trip Overview
If you are planning to travel from Maple Shade to Camden, you are looking at a straightforward 54.6-mile journey that typically takes about 1 hour and 22 minutes to complete. This trip is perfectly suited as a single-day excursion, as the distance and duration are manageable for a quick turnaround. You can expect to spend approximately $9 on fuel for the entire drive, making it a very cost-effective commute within the Northeast region. Because the route is quite short, you do not need to worry about overnight accommodations or complicated travel logistics. It serves as a practical, highway-focused connection between these two New Jersey 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
27.3 miles from Maple Shade, NJ
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 41m into the drive .
Drive Character
Expect a drive that is defined by its efficiency, as 86% of the route consists of highway travel. You will spend the bulk of your time on NJ 70, which accounts for the longest uninterrupted stretch of 46.9 miles. The experience is primarily a highway-focused grind rather than a winding scenic byway, allowing you to maintain a steady pace for most of the trip. As you transition onto Ridgeway Road and eventually Kaighns Avenue, the character of the road shifts from open highway to more localized infrastructure. Be prepared for a consistent, high-speed driving experience that prioritizes speed and directness over leisure.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 19 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
NJ 70 is the longest continuous segment at about 46.9 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on NJ 70 and Ridgeway Road. You will hit about 15 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 0.1 miles in near Colonial Drive.
Route Complexity
6/10
Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 54.6 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 0.1 miles (Colonial Drive): Navigation decision point; at 8.2 miles: Roundabout - know your exit number before entering. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 25.3 miles (NJ 70): Roundabout - know your exit number before entering. 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.
5
0.1 mi into trip
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~0m in
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Colonial Drive
At end of road, turn left onto Colonial Drive
Navigation decision point
6
8.2 mi into trip
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~14m in
Enter roundabout toward NJ 70 West: Joint Base MDL McGuire Dix, Cherry Hill
Roundabout - know your exit number before entering. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward NJ 70 West: Joint Base MDL McGuire Dix,...
6
25.3 mi into trip
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~38m in
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NJ 70
Enter roundabout onto NJ 70 toward NJ 70 West: Medford, Cherry Hill
Roundabout - know your exit number before entering. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward NJ 70 West: Medford, Cherry Hill
6
33.2 mi into trip
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~49m in
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NJ 70
Enter roundabout onto NJ 70 toward NJ 70 West: Camden, Philadelphia
Roundabout - know your exit number before entering. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward NJ 70 West: Camden, Philadelphia
7
52.3 mi into trip
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~1h 17m in
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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 Along This Route
Between Maple Shade, NJ and Camden, NJ, road signs point toward Cherry Hill and Philadelphia.
Cherry Hill
8.2 mi in
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~14m
Philadelphia
33.2 mi in
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~49m
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via NJ 70
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| NJ 70 | 46.9 mi | 1h 7m |
| Ridgeway Road | 2.7 mi | 4m |
| Kaighns Avenue | 2.3 mi | 4m |
| Lakewood Road | 0.8 mi | 1m |
| Whitesville Road | 0.8 mi | 1m |
| Indian Head Road | 0.5 mi | <1m |
| Broadway | 0.3 mi | <1m |
| Rivercrest Drive | 0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
NJ 70
— 46.9 mi, about 1h 7m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Maple Shade, NJ and Camden, NJ.
1
Start on Rivercrest Drive
0.1 mi
·
24 sec
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Rivercrest Drive
2
At end of road, turn left onto Colonial Drive
432 ft
·
16 sec
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Colonial Drive
3
At end of road, turn right onto NJ 166
0.8 mi
·
1 min
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Lakewood Road
4
Turn left onto CR 571
0.5 mi
·
55 sec
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Indian Head Road
Use the straight lane.
5
Continue on CR 527; CR 571
0.8 mi
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1 min
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Whitesville Road
Use the straight lane.
6
Turn straight onto CR 571
2.7 mi
·
4 min
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Ridgeway Road
Use the straight lane.
7
Turn left onto NJ 70
3.3 mi
·
5 min
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NJ 70
Use the none lane.
8
Enter roundabout
0.1 mi
·
11 sec
Toward NJ 70 West: Joint Base MDL McGuire Dix, Cherry Hill
9
Continue
260 ft
·
4 sec
Toward NJ 70 West: Joint Base MDL McGuire Dix, Cherry Hill
10
Continue on NJ 70
17 mi
·
23 min
·
NJ 70
Use the none lane.
11
Enter roundabout onto NJ 70
444 ft
·
5 sec
·
NJ 70
Toward NJ 70 West: Medford, Cherry Hill
12
Continue on NJ 70
7.7 mi
·
10 min
·
NJ 70
Toward NJ 70 West: Medford, Cherry Hill
13
Enter roundabout onto NJ 70
462 ft
·
6 sec
·
NJ 70
Toward NJ 70 West: Camden, Philadelphia
14
Continue on NJ 70
19 mi
·
27 min
·
NJ 70
Toward NJ 70 West: Camden, Philadelphia
Use the none lane.
15
Merge onto NJ 38
0.4 mi
·
37 sec
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Kaighns Avenue
16
Keep slight left at fork onto US 130
189 ft
·
6 sec
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South Crescent Boulevard
Toward US 130 South, US 30 East
17
Turn slight right onto CR 607
1.9 mi
·
3 min
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Kaighns Avenue
Use the none lane.
18
Turn left onto CR 551
0.3 mi
·
32 sec
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Broadway
19
Arrive at destination
CR 551
Trip Plan
Since this is a relatively short trip with zero mandatory stops, you have total flexibility in your departure time. You should account for the $9 fuel budget before heading out to ensure a stress-free experience. Because the majority of your time is spent on a single 46.9-mile stretch of NJ 70, stay alert to changing traffic patterns on this primary artery. You do not need to worry about pacing your day with rest breaks, as the 1-hour and 22-minute duration is easily manageable in one go. Keep your eyes on the transition points where you exit the highway onto Ridgeway Road to ensure you stay on the most efficient path to 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 27.3 miles from Maple Shade, NJ, or about 41m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 46.9 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 54.6 miles or 1h 22m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 27.3 miles or 41m 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 8m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Camden, NJ than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Maple Shade, 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 Maple Shade, NJ
This is one driving day of about 54.6 miles and 1h 22m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Maple Shade, 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 NJ 70 for about 46.9 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 27.3 mi from Maple Shade, NJ · 41m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
27 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 54.6 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 27.3 miles from Maple Shade, 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.
Try to arrive with enough fuel left to skip an immediate station stop unless you already know the area around Camden, 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
$9.03 one way
$18.07 round trip
$4.20/gal
25.4 MPG avg
19 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.60 | $9.89 | $19.77 |
| premium | $4.92 | $10.58 | $21.16 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $12.13 | $24.26 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$9
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$34–$59
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 19.1 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $6 in charging · 0 stops · 68% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 16.4 | 0 | $5.73 | $2.62 |
| Efficient EV | 13.7 | 0 | $4.78 | $2.18 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 21.8 | 0 | $7.64 | $3.49 |
Gas CO2
19 kg
EV CO2
6 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
Night in Camden on Sunday
Local time
10:44 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
10 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 22m 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 Maple Shade, NJ to Camden, NJ covers 54.6 miles and takes about 1h 22m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are NJ 70, Ridgeway Road, Kaighns Avenue. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 27.3 miles from Maple Shade, NJ. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $9.03 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 54.6 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 0.1 miles (Colonial Drive): Navigation decision point; at 8.2 miles: Roundabout - know your exit number before entering. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 25.3 miles (NJ 70): Roundabout - know your exit number before entering. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Between Maple Shade, NJ and Camden, NJ, road signs point toward Cherry Hill and Philadelphia.
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