Origin
Somers Point, NJ
Night in Somers Point on Friday
Local time
10:06 PM
EDT
Current temp
47°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Somers Point, 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 14m
Distance
58.3 mi
94 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$10
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 8m
★
6 AM
1h 14m
8 AM
1h 26m
10 AM
1h 18m
12 PM
1h 17m
3 PM
1h 19m
5 PM
1h 25m
8 PM
1h 11m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Somers Point, NJ
Aisling Kerr
Camden, NJ
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Trip Overview
This 58.3-mile drive from Somers Point to Camden, New Jersey, is a straightforward journey that can easily be completed in about 1 hour and 14 minutes. Designed as a single-day trip, you'll primarily be on the Atlantic City Expressway, North-South Freeway, and Garden State Parkway, with 94% of the route being highway driving. The estimated fuel cost is around $10, making it an economical option. The general feel is that of a functional, highway-focused route, ideal for those prioritizing efficiency over leisurely exploration within the Northeast region.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 14m. Total distance: 58.3 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 14m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (94%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Drive Character
Expect a highway-focused experience for most of this 58.3-mile trip. With 94% of the route on major highways, you'll encounter fast-paced driving conditions. The longest uninterrupted stretch you'll navigate is 37.6 miles on the Atlantic City Expressway, offering a solid period of consistent travel. While primarily highway, be aware that transitions between these main roads will occur. This route prioritizes direct travel between its New Jersey destinations.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 16 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Atlantic City Expressway is the longest continuous segment at about 37.6 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on Atlantic City Expressway and North-South Freeway. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 8.9 miles in.
Driving Effort
9/10
Demanding - stay alert through the decision-heavy sections
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 58.3 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: at 8.9 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 9.3 miles (ACE / Atlantic City Expressway): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 56 miles (I 676 / North-South Freeway): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 12 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
8
8.9 mi into trip
|
~13m in
Take the exit toward Atlantic City Expressway Toll West, Camden
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the straight / right lanes.
Exit 38B
Toward Atlantic City Expressway Toll West, Camd...
5
9.3 mi into trip
|
~13m in
|
ACE / Atlantic City Expressway
Merge onto ACE / Atlantic City Expressway
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
9
56 mi into trip
|
~1h 10m in
|
I 676 / North-South Freeway
Keep slight right at fork onto I 676 / North-South Freeway toward I 676 North: Camden, Ben Franklin Bridge
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 2
Toward I 676 North: Camden, Ben Franklin Bridge
8
56.9 mi into trip
|
~1h 11m in
Take the exit toward Holtec Boulevard, Port Terminals, Broadway, 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 3
Toward Holtec Boulevard, Port Terminals, Broadw...
6
57.1 mi into trip
|
~1h 12m in
Keep slight left at fork toward Holtec Boulevard
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
Toward Holtec Boulevard
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
On the drive from Somers Point, NJ to Camden, NJ, road signs begin pointing toward Atlantic City Expressway Toll West along the way.
Atlantic City Expressway Toll West
8.9 mi in
|
~13m
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Atlantic City Expressway | 37.6 mi | 44m |
| North-South Freeway | 10 mi | 13m |
| Garden State Parkway | 7.1 mi | 8m |
| Broadway | 1 mi | 1m |
| Laurel Drive | 0.6 mi | 1m |
| West New York Avenue | 0.5 mi | 1m |
| Morgan Street | 0.2 mi | <1m |
| 1st Street | 0.2 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
Atlantic City Expressway
— 37.6 mi, about 44m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Somers Point, NJ and Camden, NJ.
1
Start on 1st Street
0.2 mi
·
42 sec
·
1st Street
2
Turn right onto CR 665
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
West New York Avenue
3
Turn left onto US 9
0.1 mi
·
14 sec
·
New Road
4
Turn right onto Laurel Drive
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
Laurel Drive
5
Take the ramp
201 ft
·
4 sec
Toward GSP Toll North
6
Continue on this road
0.3 mi
·
44 sec
·
this road
Toward GSP Toll North
7
Merge onto GSP
7.1 mi
·
8 min
·
Garden State Parkway
8
Take the exit
0.4 mi
·
55 sec
Exit 38B
Toward Atlantic City Expressway Toll West, Camden
Use the straight / right lanes.
9
Merge onto ACE
38 mi
·
44 min
·
Atlantic City Expressway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
10
Merge onto NJ 42
9.1 mi
·
12 min
·
North-South Freeway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
11
Keep slight right at fork onto I 676
0.9 mi
·
1 min
·
North-South Freeway
Exit 2
Toward I 676 North: Camden, Ben Franklin Bridge
Use the slight right lane.
12
Take the exit
0.1 mi
·
17 sec
Exit 3
Toward Holtec Boulevard, Port Terminals, Broadway, Gloucester
Use the slight right lane.
13
Keep slight left at fork
220 ft
·
7 sec
Toward Holtec Boulevard
14
Turn left onto Morgan Street
0.2 mi
·
28 sec
·
Morgan Street
Use the left / straight lanes.
15
Turn right onto CR 551
1.0 mi
·
1 min
·
Broadway
16
Arrive at destination
CR 551
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 29.1 mi from Somers Point, NJ · 37m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
29 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 13 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 29.1 miles from Somers Point, 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
$9.67 one way
$19.33 round trip
$4.21/gal
25.4 MPG avg
20 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.61 | $10.59 | $21.17 |
| premium | $4.93 | $11.31 | $22.61 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $12.87 | $25.74 |
Estimated Tolls: $0.43
Garden State Parkway
(7.1 mi)
$0.43
Toll estimates based on average 2024-2025 rates. EZ-Pass/SunPass discounts may lower the actual cost.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$10
Tolls
$0
Total
$10
Estimated CO2 emission: 20.4 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $6 in charging · 0 stops · 65% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 17.5 | 0 | $6.12 | $2.80 |
| Efficient EV | 14.6 | 0 | $5.10 | $2.33 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 23.3 | 0 | $8.16 | $3.73 |
Gas CO2
20 kg
EV CO2
7 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
Night in Camden on Friday
Local time
10:06 PM
EDT
Current temp
68°F
Mostly Cloudy then Slight Chance Rain Showers
W 10 mph
20% chance
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
21 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 14m on the road
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.
Frequently Asked Questions
The drive from Somers Point, NJ to Camden, NJ covers 58.3 miles and takes about 1h 14m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Atlantic City Expressway, North-South Freeway, Garden State Parkway. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 29.1 miles from Somers Point, NJ. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $9.67 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 58.3 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.
The main spots that need attention: at 8.9 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 9.3 miles (ACE / Atlantic City Expressway): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 56 miles (I 676 / North-South Freeway): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
On the drive from Somers Point, NJ to Camden, NJ, road signs begin pointing toward Atlantic City Expressway Toll West along the way.
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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