Camden, NJ to Beattystown, NJ is 80.2 miles and takes about 2h 1m via Delaware Expressway and NJ 31, with a fuel budget near $15 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This trip stays within the Northeast region, connecting two points in New Jersey. Given its relatively short duration and mostly highway profile, it's a straightforward drive. You'll primarily be on major roads, making it a practical option for a quick transit or an easy day trip. The modest fuel cost also makes it an economical choice for getting from point A to point B.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Midpoint
40.1 miles from Camden, NJ
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 1h into the drive
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Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
Delaware Expressway
28.8 mi
39m
NJ 31
26.2 mi
36m
NJ 57
5.1 mi
8m
Bear Tavern Road
4.4 mi
8m
Asbury-Anderson Road
3.1 mi
5m
Harbourton-Rocktown Road
2.4 mi
4m
Benjamin Franklin Bridge
1.8 mi
3m
Scudder Falls Bridge
1.6 mi
2m
Longest stretch:
Delaware Expressway
— 28.8 mi, about 39m
Traffic on I-676
Hour-of-day weekday pattern from 21 FHWA count stations on your route.
Peak
7 AM
~2,805 veh/hr typical
· worst 3,330
Quietest
2 AM
~197 veh/hr
Peak-to-quiet ratio
14.2×
busier at peak than in the quiet hours
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Averaged across 48 weeks of 2023 FHWA Travel Monitoring Analysis System data. Weekday hours only (Mon–Fri).
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Camden, NJ and Beattystown, NJ.
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Start on CR 551
0.2 mi·20 sec·Broadway
2
Turn right onto Atlantic Avenue
0.2 mi·26 sec·Atlantic Avenue
3
Take the ramp
0.2 mi·22 sec
Toward I 676 North: Ben Franklin Bridge, Philadelphia
4
Merge onto I 676
1.5 mi·2 min·North-South Freeway
5
Continue on I 676; US 30
1.8 mi·3 min·Benjamin Franklin Bridge
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
6
Take the exit
0.2 mi·29 sec
Toward I 95: New York, ChesterUse the slight right lane.
7
Merge onto Vine Street Expressway
0.1 mi·9 sec·Vine Street Expressway
8
Keep slight left at fork
0.1 mi·14 sec
Toward I 95 North: New York
9
Continue on this road
0.4 mi·54 sec·this road
Exit 22
10
Merge onto I 95
18 mi·24 min·Delaware Expressway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
11
Keep slight left at fork onto I 295
11 mi·14 min·Delaware Expressway
Exit 40Toward I 295 East: TrentonUse the straight / slight right lanes.
12
Continue on I 295
1.6 mi·2 min·Scudder Falls Bridge
13
Take the exit
0.2 mi·35 sec
Exit 75Toward CR 579: West Trenton, Trenton-Mercer Airport Passenger Terminal, HarbourtounUse the slight right lane.
14
At end of road, turn left onto CR 579
1.2 mi·2 min·Bear Tavern Road
15
Continue on CR 579; CR 637
0.2 mi·26 sec·Jacobs Creek Road
16
Continue on CR 579
3.2 mi·6 min·Bear Tavern Road
17
Continue on CR 579
0.9 mi·1 min·Trenton-Harbourton Road
18
Continue on CR 579
2.4 mi·4 min·Harbourton-Rocktown Road
19
Continue on CR 579
1.1 mi·1 min·Harbourton Road
20
At end of road, turn left onto NJ 31; CR 579
2.2 mi·2 min·NJ 31; CR 579
21
Take the exit onto NJ 31
5.6 mi·8 min·NJ 31
Toward NJ 31 North, US 202 North: FlemingtonUse the slight right lane.
22
Keep slight left at fork onto NJ 31
427 ft·5 sec·NJ 31
23
Enter roundabout onto NJ 31
0.1 mi·7 sec·NJ 31
24
Continue on NJ 31
18 mi·24 min·NJ 31
Use the straight lane.
25
Turn right onto CR 632
3.1 mi·5 min·Asbury-Anderson Road
26
Continue on CR 632
1.3 mi·2 min·Anderson Road
27
Turn straight onto NJ 57
5.1 mi·8 min·NJ 57
28
Arrive at destination
NJ 57
Trip Plan
With a drive time of just over 2 hours, this route is easily manageable in a single day. You can afford to leave later in the morning, perhaps around 10 AM, to avoid peak rush hour traffic out of Camden. There are no recommended stops, but if you feel the need to stretch your legs, consider a brief stop around the halfway point. Keep an eye on your fuel gauge, as the estimated cost is $15; it's always wise to fill up before you leave Camden to ensure you have plenty for the 80.2-mile trip.
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 40.1 miles from Camden, NJ, or about 1h into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 28.8 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 18 miles or 27m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 40.1 miles or 1h 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 41m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Beattystown, NJ than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Camden, 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 Camden, NJ
This is one driving day of about 80.2 miles and 2h 1m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 18 miles from Camden, NJ.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
The longest stretch is on Delaware Expressway for about 28.8 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Place data sourced from public business listings. Hours and availability may vary.
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 16
5 decision points cluster between mile 3.9 and 46.6 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
7
3.9 mi into trip|~7m in
Take the exit toward I 95: New York, Chester
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 I 95: New York, Chester
6
4.3 mi into trip|~8m in
Keep slight left at fork toward I 95 North: New York
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
Toward I 95 North: New York
8
22.6 mi into trip|~33m in|I 295 / Delaware Expressway
Keep slight left at fork onto I 295 / Delaware Expressway toward I 295 East: Trenton
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 40
Toward I 295 East: Trenton
8
35.2 mi into trip|~50m in
Take the exit toward CR 579: West Trenton, Trenton-Mercer Airport Passenger Terminal, Harbourtoun
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 75
Toward CR 579: West Trenton, Trenton-Mercer Air...
7
46.6 mi into trip|~1h 11m in|NJ 31
Take the exit onto NJ 31 toward NJ 31 North, US 202 North: Flemington
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 NJ 31 North, US 202 North: Flemington
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$14.18 one way
$28.37 round trip
$4.49/gal25.4 MPG avg28 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.92
$15.53
$31.07
premium
$5.24
$16.56
$33.12
diesel
$5.35
$16.89
$33.79
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$14
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$39–$64
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 28.1 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-06-01.
Driving Electric?
About $8 in charging
· 0 stops
· 68% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
24.1
0
$8.42
$3.85
Efficient EV
20.1
0
$7.02
$3.21
EV Truck/SUV
32.1
0
$11.23
$5.13
Gas CO2
28 kg
EV CO2
9 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.
Forecast as of May 17, 2026
Origin
Camden, NJ
Evening
in Camden on Wednesday
Local time
5:49 PM
EDT
Current temp
90°F
Mostly Sunny
W 5 to 10 mph10% chanceLive forecast
Destination
Beattystown, NJ
Evening
in Beattystown on Wednesday
Local time
5:49 PM
EDT
Current temp
70°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
20 degrees cooler at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
2h 1m 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.
National Parks Near This Route
Worth a detour if your schedule allows.
Morristown National Historical Park
National Historical Park
Morristown National Historical Park commemorates the sites of General Washington and the Continental Army’s winter encampment from December 1779 to June 1780, where soldiers survived the coldest winte...
16 mi from route
~41 min detour
Free
near mile 80.2
Park Closure: Partial Reopening: Cross Estate Gardens
Situated within the most densely populated region of the United States, Delaware Water Gap National Recreation Area provides a unique opportunity to experience tranquil landscapes, rich human history,...
22 mi from route
~56 min detour
$10
near mile 80.2
Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.
More Details
What kind of drive is this?
This drive is predominantly on highways, with 77% of the 80.2 miles utilizing them. You'll experience a long stretch of 28.8 miles on the Delaware Expressway before transitioning to NJ 31. After NJ 31, you'll switch to NJ 57, which will likely involve more local traffic and frequent exits. Expect to merge with traffic as you enter and exit highway sections.
77% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
28 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 28.8 mi on Delaware Expressway.
How Hard Is This Drive?
10/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on Delaware Expressway and NJ 31. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 3.9 miles in.
Driving Effort10/10
High effort - long or complex enough to need steady focus all day
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a demanding drive. With 16 significant decision points across 80.2 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 3.9 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 4.3 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully; at 22.6 miles (I 295 / Delaware Expressway): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
Elevation Profile
Mostly flat terrain
536 ft7 ft
Total Climb
760 ft
Total Descent
281 ft
Highest Point
536 ft
~68.7 mi in
Elevation Range
529 ft
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Between Camden, NJ and Beattystown, NJ, road signs point toward Cr 579: West Trenton, Trenton-Mercer Airport Passenger Terminal and Harbourtoun.
Camden is a city in Camden County, New Jersey, across the Delaware River from Philadelphia. Camden is a former industrial boom-town that has fallen onto hard times.
Decades of disinvestment and government mismanagement have contributed to Camden's sky-high crime rate, and many of the city's neighborhoods are hotbeds of gang- and drug-related violence. However, the government has begun developing the Delaware River waterfront, which is now a popular and well-traveled tourist destination offering grand views of the Philadelphia skyline and a multitude of activities for adults and children. Headlines about violence and crime in Camden may dissuade many tourists to the Philadelphia area from visiting, but a one-day trip to the waterfront may be well worth the trip.
Top landmarks
•USS New Jersey — 1942 Iowa-class battleship
•Cathedral of the Immaculate Conception — Catholic cathedral in Camden, New Jersey, United States
•United States Post Office and Courthouse — historic building in Camden, New Jersey, United States
Doable as a same-day drive at 2h 1m. Total distance: 80.2 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
2h 1m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (77%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 28.8 miles on Delaware Expressway. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
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 Beattystown, NJ before sunset when you can. Check the Trip Plan for departure windows that land you in daylight.
Only with planning. This is a long drive for kids — consider splitting it into two days rather than pushing through. Dedicated rest areas are limited, so plan gas or food stops as your bathroom breaks.
The main spots that need attention: at 3.9 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 4.3 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully; at 22.6 miles (I 295 / Delaware Expressway): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
Yes — Morristown National Historical Park and Delaware Water Gap National Recreation Area. See the National Parks section for detour distances and tips on detours.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Beattystown, NJ before heading back.
