Compiled and reviewed by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 17, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
1h 3m
Distance
48.9 mi
79 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$8
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Newark, DE
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Camden, DE
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If you are planning a trip from Newark to Camden, Delaware, you are looking at a straightforward 48.9-mile journey that typically takes about 1 hour and 3 minutes. This route is perfectly suited for a single-day excursion, meaning you can easily complete the round trip without needing an overnight stay. Budgeting approximately $8 for fuel should cover your needs for this drive through the Northeast region. Because you are traveling entirely within Delaware, the transition between regions is seamless and familiar. It is a practical, no-fuss connection between two major points in the state, ideal for travelers who prioritize efficiency over a long-haul adventure.
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 3m. Total distance: 48.9 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 3m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
Scenic Drive
Turn-heavy local drive route profile.
Expect a turn-heavy local drive that keeps you engaged behind the wheel rather than settling into a monotonous interstate cruise. You will spend your time navigating a mix of roads, including the Korean War Veterans Memorial Highway, Wrangle Hill Road, and Sunset Lake Road. With a highway share of 0%, you should prepare for a drive that prioritizes local connectivity over high-speed travel. Your longest stretch of consistent driving occurs on the Korean War Veterans Memorial Highway, which spans 34.2 miles. This combination of segments creates a varied experience that shifts from highway-style stretches to more technical, local road navigation.
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 early in the drive near DE 273 / East Main Street.
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 48.9 miles you will encounter 12 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: near the start (DE 273 / East Main Street): Complex interchange - multiple decisions in a short stretch; at 1.9 miles (DE 4 / East Chestnut Hill Road): Lane positioning matters here; at 2.8 miles (DE 72 / South Chapel Street): Lane positioning matters here.
These are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
At end of road, turn right onto DE 273 / East Main Street
Complex interchange - multiple decisions in a short stretch
Turn left onto DE 4 / East Chestnut Hill Road
Lane positioning matters here
Turn right onto DE 72 / South Chapel Street
Lane positioning matters here
Keep slight left at fork onto DE 1 Toll / Korean War Veterans Memorial Highway
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Keep slight right at fork onto Puncheon Run Connector toward Salisbury, Norfolk
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Between Newark, DE and Camden, DE, road signs point toward Beaches, Salisbury and Norfolk.
Beaches
Salisbury
Norfolk
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Korean War Veterans Memorial Highway | 34.2 mi | 39m |
| Wrangle Hill Road | 3.6 mi | 5m |
| Sunset Lake Road | 2.5 mi | 3m |
| Puncheon Run Connector | 2.1 mi | 2m |
| South Dupont Highway | 1.7 mi | 3m |
| South College Avenue | 1.7 mi | 2m |
| South Chapel Street | 1.4 mi | 2m |
| East Chestnut Hill Road | 0.9 mi | 1m |
Step-by-step road directions between Newark, DE and Camden, DE.
Start on this road
At end of road, turn right onto DE 273
Turn left onto DE 896
Turn left onto DE 4
Turn right onto DE 72
Continue on DE 72
Continue on DE 72
Take the ramp
Merge onto DE 1
Keep slight left at fork onto DE 1 Toll
Keep slight left at fork onto DE 1 Toll
Keep slight left at fork onto DE 1 Toll
Keep slight right at fork onto Puncheon Run Connector
Turn left onto US 13
Turn right onto DE 10
Arrive at destination
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 24.4 mi from Newark, DE · 33m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
24 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 11 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
The midpoint is around 24.4 miles from Newark, DE, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
The final approach into Camden, DE 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.
Regular Gas
$8.11 one way
$16.21 round trip
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.61 | $8.88 | $17.76 |
| premium | $4.93 | $9.48 | $18.97 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $10.80 | $21.59 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$8
Estimated CO2 emission: 17.1 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $5 in charging · 0 stops · 65% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 14.7 | 0 | $5.13 | $2.35 |
| Efficient EV | 12.2 | 0 | $4.28 | $1.96 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 19.6 | 0 | $6.85 | $3.13 |
Gas CO2
17 kg
EV CO2
6 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.
Current conditions at both ends of the drive.
Origin
Late night in Newark on Friday
Local time
4:45 AM
EDT
Current temp
39°F
Mostly Clear
Destination
Late night in Camden on Friday
Local time
4:45 AM
EDT
Current temp
41°F
Clear
59°F
Middletown, DE
24 mi in
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.
Compiled and maintained by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy (Helsinki). Each route is built from authoritative open government and mapping datasets rather than crowdsourced reviews. Distances and geometry come from OSRM over OpenStreetMap. Fuel cost uses EIA weekly regional averages. Pages are published only after passing our data-quality checks; our methodology page documents refresh cadence, editorial standards, and known limitations.
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