Filoncino Bakery Cafe
Near the end, right off the route
Red Bank, New Jersey
Hours: 7 am–8 pm
+17323770404
Visit websiteCompiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 19, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
1h 41m
Distance
73.6 mi
118 km
Drive Score
9/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$12
one way
EV Charging
Good
8 stations
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Camden, NJ
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Red Bank, NJ
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Camden, NJ to Red Bank, NJ is 73.6 miles and takes about 1h 41m via New Jersey Turnpike, Franklin Street, and NJ 18, with a fuel budget near $12 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This drive stays within the Northeast region, specifically within New Jersey, making it a straightforward trip. Given its relatively short duration and focus on major roadways, this route is ideal for a single-day excursion. You'll primarily be on highways, so expect a direct and efficient journey between these two points. Consider this trip if you're looking for a quick connection without extensive scenic detours.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Midpoint
36.8 miles from Camden, NJ
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 49m into the drive .
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| New Jersey Turnpike | 33.1 mi | 38m |
| Franklin Street | 9.3 mi | 13m |
| NJ 18 | 8.1 mi | 8m |
| Kaighns Avenue | 5.9 mi | 9m |
| NJ 33 Business | 3 mi | 5m |
| East Main Street | 2.7 mi | 4m |
| Broad Street | 2.5 mi | 4m |
| Main Street | 1.3 mi | 2m |
Step-by-step road directions between Camden, NJ and Red Bank, NJ.
Start on CR 551
Turn right onto Atlantic Avenue
Turn left
Turn slight right
Keep slight right at fork onto South 8th Street
Turn right onto CR 607
Turn left onto CR 608
Take the ramp
Merge onto US 30
Keep slight left at fork
Continue on NJ 38
Keep slight left at fork onto NJ 38
Take the exit
Merge onto NJ-73
Continue on NJ 73
Take the exit
Keep slight left at fork
Merge onto NJTP
Keep slight right at fork onto NJTP
Turn right onto NJ 33
Take the exit onto NJ 33 Business
Turn left onto CR 537
Keep slight right at fork onto CR 537
Take the ramp
Merge onto NJ 18
Take the exit
Merge onto NJ 36
Turn left onto CR 547
Turn left onto NJ 35
Continue on NJ 35
Turn right onto CR 34
Arrive at destination
Given the 1h 41m duration, this trip is easily manageable in a single day, allowing for flexibility in your departure time. Aim to leave Camden after the morning rush to maximize your time on the New Jersey Turnpike with less congestion. The fuel cost is estimated at $12, so ensure you have adequate fuel before departing, as major highway stretches mean fewer immediate opportunities for gas stations. While there are no specified stops, plan for a brief rest break if needed, perhaps near the midpoint of your longest stretch on the Turnpike. Keep an eye on NJ 18 as you get closer to Red Bank, as this section may have more local traffic.
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.
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 16 miles or 25m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 36.8 miles or 49m 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 24m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Red Bank, NJ than in the middle of the route.
Open the route before leaving Camden, NJ so your first major turns are already loaded.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Camden, NJ
This is one driving day of about 73.6 miles and 1h 41m.
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
37 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 16 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
The midpoint is around 36.8 miles from Camden, 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.
Restaurants, cafes, gas stations and more along your route.
Top Restaurant
Red Bank, New Jersey
Near the end, right off the route
Hours: 7 am–8 pm
+17323770404
Vincent’s Italian Restaurant
Freehold, New Jersey
Dolsot House | Korean BBQ Restaurant
Cherry Hill Township, New Jersey
Top Coffee Stop
Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
Near the start, short detour
Hours: 12–10 pm
+12154653515
CNT Cafe
Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
Holy Cannoli! Cafe
Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
Near the end, right off the route
Red Bank, New Jersey
Hours: 7 am–8 pm
+17323770404
Visit websiteLater in the drive, short detour
Freehold, New Jersey
Hours: 11:30 am–9 pm
+17324146078
Visit websiteNear the start, short detour
Cherry Hill Township, New Jersey
Hours: 11 am–9:15 pm
+18562160090
Visit websiteNear the start, short detour
Cherry Hill Township, New Jersey
Hours: 2–10 pm
+18567512800
Visit websiteNear the start, short detour
Cherry Hill Township, New Jersey
Hours: 11:30 am–9:30 pm
+18564897373
Visit websiteNear the start, short detour
Marlton, New Jersey
Hours: 11 am–8:30 pm
+18569837760
Visit websiteNear the start, short detour
Cherry Hill Township, New Jersey
Hours: 11:30 am–8:45 pm
+18568881578
Visit websiteNear the start, short detour
Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
Hours: 11 am–7:30 pm
+12154638888
Visit websiteNear the start, short detour
Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
Hours: 12–10 pm
+12154653515
Visit websiteNear the start, short detour
Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
Hours: 7 am–3 pm
+12678869851
Visit websiteNear the start, short detour
Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
Hours: 7:30 am–4 pm
+12673191700
Visit websiteAround the midpoint, right off the route
Robbinsville Twp, New Jersey
Hours: Open 24 hours
+18777983752
Visit websiteAround the midpoint, right off the route
East Windsor, NJ
Hours: Open 24 hours
+18885577099
Visit websiteNear the end, right off the route
Red Bank, New Jersey
Hours: Open 24 hours
+18887584389
Visit websiteAround the midpoint, short detour
Monroe Township, New Jersey
Hours: Open 24 hours
Visit websiteLater in the drive, short detour
Freehold, New Jersey
Hours: Open 24 hours
Visit websiteAround the midpoint, short detour
Hamilton Township, New Jersey
Hours: Open 24 hours
+18777983752
Visit websiteLater in the drive, short detour
Freehold, New Jersey
Hours: Open 24 hours
+18887584389
Visit websiteAround the midpoint, short detour
East Windsor, New Jersey
Hours: Open 24 hours
+18336322778
Visit websiteNear the start, short detour
Cherry Hill Township, New Jersey
Hours: 12:15–8:45 pm
+16107571053
Visit websiteNear the start, short detour
Camden, New Jersey
Hours: 10 am–4 pm
+18444743474
Visit websiteNear the start, short detour
Cherry Hill Township, New Jersey
Hours: 12:30–11 pm
+18563246417
Visit websiteNear the start, short detour
Cherry Hill Township, New Jersey
Hours: 4–11 pm
+18566516900
Visit websiteNear the start, short detour
Pennsauken, New Jersey
Hours: 7 am–8 pm
+18562162117
Visit websiteNear the start, short detour
Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
Hours: 4–10 pm
+12159222386
Visit websiteNear the start, short detour
Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
Hours: 4–9:30 pm
+12154546159
Visit websiteNear the start, short detour
Cherry Hill Township, New Jersey
Hours: 4–10 pm
+18562727475
Visit websitePlace data sourced from public business listings. Hours and availability may vary.
5 decision points cluster between mile 2.5 and 52.8 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
Keep slight left at fork toward NJ 38 East, NJ 70 East: Cherry Hill
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Keep slight left at fork onto NJ 38 / Kaighns Avenue toward Cherry Hill, Moorestown, Shopping Malls
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Keep slight left at fork toward NJTP North: New York
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Keep slight right at fork onto NJTP / New Jersey Turnpike
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Take the exit onto NJ 33 Business toward NJ 33 Business East: Freehold Business District
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Regular Gas
$12.20 one way
$24.40 round trip
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.61 | $13.36 | $26.73 |
| premium | $4.93 | $14.27 | $28.55 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $16.25 | $32.50 |
Estimated Tolls: $4.63
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
$12
Tolls
$5
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$42–$67
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 25.8 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $8 in charging · 0 stops · 65% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 22.1 | 0 | $7.73 | $3.53 |
| Efficient EV | 18.4 | 0 | $6.44 | $2.94 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 29.4 | 0 | $10.30 | $4.71 |
Gas CO2
26 kg
EV CO2
9 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
Afternoon in Camden on Sunday
Local time
12:13 PM
EDT
Current temp
58°F
Unavailable
Destination
Afternoon in Red Bank on Sunday
Local time
12:13 PM
EDT
Current temp
46°F
Unavailable
45°F
West Windsor, NJ
37 mi in
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
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
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.
Worth a detour if your schedule allows.
National Recreation Area
Spanning 27,000 acres from Sandy Hook in New Jersey to Breezy Point in New York City, the park is both the gateway from the ocean into New York Harbor, and the gateway to the National Park Service for...
Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.
This route is predominantly highway-focused, with 63% of the drive utilizing major roads. You'll spend a significant portion of your time on the New Jersey Turnpike, including a longest stretch of 33.1 miles uninterrupted. The initial part of your journey will likely involve navigating out of Camden before merging onto the Turnpike for the bulk of the travel. As you approach your destination, the route transitions to Franklin Street and then NJ 18, offering a change from the high-speed highway environment. Expect a consistent driving experience for most of the trip, characterized by highway speeds and efficient travel.
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on New Jersey Turnpike and Franklin Street. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 2.5 miles in.
Demanding - stay alert through the decision-heavy sections
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 73.6 miles you will encounter 26 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 2.5 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 3 miles (NJ 38 / Kaighns Avenue): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 9.9 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Between Camden, NJ and Red Bank, NJ, road signs point toward Njtp: New Jersey Turnpike, Njtp North: New York, Collingswood Park and Long Branch.
Njtp: New Jersey Turnpike
Njtp North: New York
Collingswood Park
Long Branch
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.
City content from Wikivoyage (CC BY-SA 4.0) and Wikidata (CC0).
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 41m. Total distance: 73.6 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 41m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (63%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Compiled by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy from open government datasets — OSRM over OpenStreetMap for geometry, EIA for fuel prices, and NPS for national parks. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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