Origin
Rutherford, NJ
Evening in Rutherford on Sunday
Local time
8:24 PM
EDT
Current temp
60°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Rutherford, NJ to Camden, NJ
Drive Time
1h 57m
Distance
91.5 mi
147 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$15
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 49m
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6 AM
1h 57m
8 AM
2h 14m
10 AM
2h 3m
12 PM
2h 1m
3 PM
2h 4m
5 PM
2h 13m
8 PM
1h 52m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Rutherford, NJ
Ren Aukeman
Camden, NJ
Garrison Gao
Trip Overview
Spanning 91.5 miles across the state of New Jersey, this drive connects Rutherford to Camden in roughly 1 hour and 57 minutes. Because the trip is relatively short, it is easily manageable as a single-day excursion, meaning you won't need to worry about booking overnight accommodations. You can expect to spend approximately $15 on fuel for the journey, making it a budget-friendly option for travel within the Northeast region. The route relies heavily on major infrastructure, prioritizing efficiency over scenic detours. Whether you are heading south for business or personal travel, this straightforward transit provides a reliable way to navigate between these two 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
45.8 miles from Rutherford, NJ
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 58m into the drive .
Drive Character
Expect a high-speed interstate experience, as 88% of this journey is comprised of highway driving. You will spend the bulk of your time on the New Jersey Turnpike and its Western Spur, which accounts for a substantial 60.9-mile stretch of uninterrupted travel. The road maintains a consistent pace, designed for utility and getting you to your destination without the complexity of technical local roads. Once you exit the Turnpike, you will transition onto Kaighns Avenue to complete the final leg of your trip into Camden. It is a focused, no-nonsense drive that rewards drivers who prefer steady, highway-speed momentum.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 24 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
New Jersey Turnpike Western Spur is the longest continuous segment at about 60.9 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on New Jersey Turnpike Western Spur and New Jersey Turnpike. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 2.5 miles in.
Route Complexity
10/10
High effort - long or complex enough to need steady focus all day
This is a demanding drive. With 19 significant decision points across 91.5 miles, you will need to stay alert — especially through interchange areas and urban stretches. Consider splitting it into segments if you are not comfortable with fast highway navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 2.5 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 3.3 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 64.6 miles (NJTP / New Jersey Turnpike): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 19 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
7
2.5 mi into trip
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~4m in
Take the exit toward East Rutherford, American Dream, Stadium, Racetrack, Training Facility
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight right lane.
Toward East Rutherford, American Dream, Stadium...
8
3.3 mi into trip
|
~6m in
Keep slight right at fork toward I 95 South, NJTP South: Newark
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Toward I 95 South, NJTP South: Newark
8
64.6 mi into trip
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~1h 20m in
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NJTP / New Jersey Turnpike
Keep slight left at fork onto NJTP / New Jersey Turnpike toward NJTP South: Camden, Wilmington
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the none lane.
Toward NJTP South: Camden, Wilmington
7
81.9 mi into trip
|
~1h 40m 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
89.2 mi into trip
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~1h 52m 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 Rutherford, NJ and Camden, NJ, road signs point toward Njtp South: Camden and Wilmington.
Njtp South: Camden
64.6 mi in
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~1h 20m
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via NJTP
Wilmington
64.6 mi in
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~1h 20m
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via NJTP
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| New Jersey Turnpike Western Spur | 60.9 mi | 1h 13m |
| New Jersey Turnpike | 16.8 mi | 19m |
| Kaighns Avenue | 7.5 mi | 12m |
| NJ 17 | 0.8 mi | <1m |
| NJ 73 | 0.7 mi | 1m |
| NJ-73 | 0.6 mi | <1m |
| NJ 3 | 0.5 mi | <1m |
| Meadow Road | 0.3 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
New Jersey Turnpike Western Spur
— 60.9 mi, about 1h 13m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Rutherford, NJ and Camden, NJ.
1
Start on CR 30
0.3 mi
·
53 sec
·
Park Avenue
2
Enter roundabout onto CR 32
50 ft
·
1 sec
·
East Erie Avenue
3
Continue on CR 32
0.2 mi
·
18 sec
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East Erie Avenue
Use the straight lane.
4
Continue on CR 32
0.3 mi
·
40 sec
·
Meadow Road
Use the straight lane.
5
Turn slight right onto NJ 17
0.8 mi
·
51 sec
·
NJ 17
Use the none / straight / slight right lanes.
6
Take the exit
0.4 mi
·
48 sec
Toward NJ 3 East: New York
7
Merge onto NJ 3
0.5 mi
·
36 sec
·
NJ 3
8
Take the exit
0.1 mi
·
18 sec
Toward East Rutherford, American Dream, Stadium, Racetrack, Training Facility
Use the slight right lane.
9
Continue on Sheraton Plaza Drive
0.2 mi
·
22 sec
·
Sheraton Plaza Drive
10
Take the ramp
0.5 mi
·
1 min
Toward I 95 Toll, NJTP Toll: New Jersey Turnpike
11
Keep slight right at fork
0.4 mi
·
1 min
Toward I 95 South, NJTP South: Newark
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
12
Merge onto I 95; NJTP
6.3 mi
·
8 min
·
New Jersey Turnpike Western Spur
Use the none lane.
13
Keep slight left at fork onto I 95; NJTP
55 mi
·
1 hr 4 min
·
New Jersey Turnpike Western Spur
Use the slight left / slight right lanes.
14
Keep slight left at fork onto NJTP
17 mi
·
19 min
·
New Jersey Turnpike
Toward NJTP South: Camden, Wilmington
Use the none lane.
15
Take the exit
0.5 mi
·
55 sec
Exit 4
Toward NJ 73: Mount Laurel, Camden
16
Keep slight right at fork
0.2 mi
·
24 sec
Toward NJ 73 North: Camden
Use the slight left / slight right lanes.
17
Merge onto NJ 73
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
NJ 73
Use the none lane.
18
Continue on NJ-73
0.6 mi
·
52 sec
·
NJ-73
Use the none lane.
19
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
43 sec
Toward NJ 38 West: Camden, Ben Franklin Bridge
20
Merge onto NJ 38
5.6 mi
·
8 min
·
Kaighns Avenue
Use the none / straight / slight right lanes.
21
Keep slight left at fork onto US 130
189 ft
·
6 sec
·
South Crescent Boulevard
Toward US 130 South, US 30 East
22
Turn slight right onto CR 607
1.9 mi
·
3 min
·
Kaighns Avenue
Use the none lane.
23
Turn left onto CR 551
0.3 mi
·
32 sec
·
Broadway
24
Arrive at destination
CR 551
Trip Plan
Since this route is a direct highway run with zero mandatory stops, you have significant flexibility in how you pace your travel. Plan to monitor traffic patterns on the New Jersey Turnpike closely, as congestion can fluctuate significantly even on a sub-two-hour drive. Leaving outside of typical morning or evening rush hours will likely make your time behind the wheel much more pleasant. Keep your $15 fuel budget in mind when planning your departure, and ensure your tank is topped off before merging onto the Turnpike to avoid unnecessary pit stops. Because the longest stretch covers 60.9 miles, make sure you are comfortable with extended highway driving before heading out.
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 45.8 miles from Rutherford, NJ, or about 58m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 60.9 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 80 miles or 1h 38m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 45.8 miles or 58m 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 32m
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 Rutherford, 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 Rutherford, NJ
This is one driving day of about 91.5 miles and 1h 57m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Rutherford, 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 New Jersey Turnpike Western Spur for about 60.9 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 45.8 mi from Rutherford, NJ · 58m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
46 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 80 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 45.8 miles from Rutherford, NJ, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel checkTop up before New Jersey Turnpike Western Spur if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 60.9 miles.
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
$15.14 one way
$30.28 round trip
$4.20/gal
25.4 MPG avg
32 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.60 | $16.57 | $33.13 |
| premium | $4.92 | $17.73 | $35.46 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $20.33 | $40.66 |
Estimated Tolls: $10.89
New Jersey Turnpike
(77.7 mi)
$10.89
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
$15
Tolls
$11
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$51–$76
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 32 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $10 in charging · 0 stops · 66% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 27.5 | 0 | $9.61 | $4.39 |
| Efficient EV | 22.9 | 0 | $8.01 | $3.66 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 36.6 | 0 | $12.81 | $5.86 |
Gas CO2
32 kg
EV CO2
11 kg (66% 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
Evening in Camden on Sunday
Local time
8:24 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
4 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 57m 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 Rutherford, NJ to Camden, NJ covers 91.5 miles and takes about 1h 57m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are New Jersey Turnpike Western Spur, New Jersey Turnpike, 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 45.8 miles from Rutherford, NJ. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $15.14 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 demanding drive. With 19 significant decision points across 91.5 miles, you will need to stay alert — especially through interchange areas and urban stretches. Consider splitting it into segments if you are not comfortable with fast highway navigation.
The main spots that need attention: at 2.5 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 3.3 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 64.6 miles (NJTP / New Jersey Turnpike): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Between Rutherford, NJ and Camden, NJ, road signs point toward Njtp South: Camden and Wilmington.
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