Origin
Salem, NJ
Afternoon in Salem on Saturday
Local time
4:49 PM
EDT
Current temp
49°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Salem, NJ to Camden, NJ
Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 18, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
47m
Distance
36.1 mi
58 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$6
one way
EV Charging
Fair
4 stations
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 44m
★
6 AM
0h 48m
8 AM
0h 56m
10 AM
0h 51m
12 PM
0h 50m
3 PM
0h 51m
5 PM
0h 55m
8 PM
0h 46m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Salem, NJ
David Kanigan
Camden, NJ
Wikimedia Commons
Trip Overview
The drive from Salem, NJ to Camden, NJ covers 36.1 miles and takes about 47m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on CR 551, South Hook Road, South Broadway for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is mostly highway. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 22.3 miles on CR 551. At current regular gas prices, budget about $5.98 one way before food or hotel costs.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| CR 551 | 22.3 mi | 26m |
| South Hook Road | 4.4 mi | 7m |
| South Broadway | 4.3 mi | 5m |
| Broadway Turnpike | 1.3 mi | 2m |
| Crown Point Road | 1 mi | 1m |
| New Broadway | 0.6 mi | 1m |
| US 130 | 0.6 mi | 1m |
| West Broadway | 0.5 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
CR 551
— 22.3 mi, about 26m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Salem, NJ and Camden, NJ.
1
Start on NJ 49
0.5 mi
·
42 sec
·
West Broadway
2
Turn right onto NJ 49
0.2 mi
·
13 sec
·
Front Street
3
Continue on NJ 49
2.6 mi
·
2 min
·
South Broadway
4
Continue on NJ 49
0.3 mi
·
24 sec
·
Broadway Road
5
Turn right onto CR 551
4.4 mi
·
7 min
·
South Hook Road
6
Take the ramp onto CR 551
22 mi
·
26 min
·
CR 551
Toward I 295, US 40, US 130, CR 551 North: Delaware Memorial Bridge, Deepwater
Use the straight / right lanes.
7
Take the exit onto US 130
0.2 mi
·
27 sec
·
US 130
Exit 23
Toward US 130 North: Westville, Gloucester
Use the slight right lane.
8
Keep slight left at fork onto US 130
0.1 mi
·
18 sec
·
US 130
Toward I 295
Use the straight / right lanes.
9
Keep slight left at fork onto US 130
0.1 mi
·
14 sec
·
US 130
Toward I 295 South
Use the slight left lane.
10
Keep slight left at fork onto US 130
0.2 mi
·
20 sec
·
US 130
Toward US 130 North: Westville, Gloucester
11
Merge onto US 130
1.0 mi
·
1 min
·
Crown Point Road
12
Continue on US 130
0.2 mi
·
15 sec
·
Station Avenue
Use the straight / right lanes.
13
Continue on US 130
0.2 mi
·
17 sec
·
Gateway Boulevard
14
Enter roundabout onto CR 551
225 ft
·
6 sec
·
New Broadway
15
Continue on CR 551
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
New Broadway
16
Continue on CR 551
1.6 mi
·
2 min
·
South Broadway
17
Continue on CR 551
1.3 mi
·
2 min
·
Broadway Turnpike
18
Arrive at destination
CR 551
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
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 36 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 18 miles from Salem, NJ, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 95 decision points cluster between mile 8 and 30.8 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
6
8 mi into trip
|
~11m in
|
CR 551
Take the ramp onto CR 551 toward I 295, US 40, US 130, CR 551 North: Delaware Memorial Bridge, Deepwater
Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the straight / right lanes.
Toward I 295, US 40, US 130, CR 551 North: Dela...
8
30.3 mi into trip
|
~38m in
|
US 130
Take the exit onto US 130 toward US 130 North: Westville, Gloucester
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 23
Toward US 130 North: Westville, Gloucester
8
30.6 mi into trip
|
~38m in
|
US 130
Keep slight left at fork onto US 130 toward I 295
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / right lanes.
Toward I 295
8
30.7 mi into trip
|
~39m in
|
US 130
Keep slight left at fork onto US 130 toward I 295 South
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight left lane.
Toward I 295 South
7
30.8 mi into trip
|
~39m in
|
US 130
Keep slight left at fork onto US 130 toward US 130 North: Westville, Gloucester
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward US 130 North: Westville, Gloucester
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$5.98 one way
$11.97 round trip
$4.21/gal
25.4 MPG avg
13 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.61 | $6.55 | $13.11 |
| premium | $4.93 | $7.00 | $14.00 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $7.97 | $15.94 |
Estimated Tolls: $0.09
Broadway Turnpike
(1.3 mi)
$0.09
Toll estimates based on average 2024-2025 rates. EZ-Pass/SunPass discounts may lower the actual cost.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$6
Tolls
$0
Total
$6
Estimated CO2 emission: 12.6 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $4 in charging · 0 stops · 69% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 10.8 | 0 | $3.79 | $1.73 |
| Efficient EV | 9 | 0 | $3.16 | $1.44 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 14.4 | 0 | $5.05 | $2.31 |
Gas CO2
13 kg
EV CO2
4 kg (69% 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
4:49 PM
EDT
Current temp
58°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
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
9 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
47m 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.
What kind of drive is this?
36.1 mi in 47m, mostly highway — 22.3 mi of that is on CR 551.
67% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
18 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 22.3 mi on CR 551.
How Hard Is This Drive?
7/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on CR 551 and South Hook Road. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 8 miles in near CR 551.
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 9 decision points packed into just 36.1 miles, you will need to pay attention to lane changes and exits — but the whole thing is over in 47m.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 8 miles (CR 551): Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 30.3 miles (US 130): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 30.6 miles (US 130): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Between Salem, NJ and Camden, NJ, road signs point toward Deepwater and Gloucester.
Deepwater
8 mi in
|
~11m
|
via CR 551
Gloucester
30.3 mi in
|
~38m
|
via US 130
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 47m. Total distance: 36.1 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
47m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (67%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 22.3 miles on CR 551. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
Expect about $0.09 in tolls one way, starting with Broadway Turnpike. Most Northeast and Midwest toll agencies accept E-ZPass; in the West and Texas, transponders like TxTag or FasTrak apply. If you do not have a transponder, cashless tolling plates will mail a bill to the vehicle's registered address — usually with a surcharge, so a rental-car toll pass is often cheaper than paying by mail.
It helps. This route has a higher-than-average number of complex decision points, which get harder in the dark. If the last hour of the trip is on surface roads or mountain grades, aim to arrive at Camden, NJ before sunset when you can. Check the Trip Plan for departure windows that land you in daylight.
Yes. At under 2 hours behind the wheel, this works well for families — plan one quick stop if you have younger kids.
The main spots that need attention: at 8 miles (CR 551): Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 30.3 miles (US 130): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 30.6 miles (US 130): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Camden, NJ before heading back.
How this page is built
Compiled by the US Trip Planner 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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