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Trip from Closter, NJ to Camden, NJ

Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 19, 2026 · Editorial standards

Drive Time

2h 16m

Distance

103.8 mi

167 km

Drive Score

8/10

Great drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$17

one way

EV Charging

Good

8 stations

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 28 min
4 AM
2h 7m ★
6 AM
2h 16m
8 AM
2h 35m
10 AM
2h 23m
12 PM
2h 21m
3 PM
2h 24m
5 PM
2h 34m
8 PM
2h 11m

Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.

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Downtown Closter, NJ, NJ

Closter, NJ

Garrison Gao

city in and county seat of Camden County, New Jersey, United States

Camden, NJ

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Trip Overview

This straightforward 103.8-mile drive from Closter, NJ, to Camden, NJ, is designed for efficiency, taking approximately 2 hours and 16 minutes. It's a perfect single-day trip, so you won't need to worry about booking an overnight stay. The route is heavily focused on major highways, with 81% of it being on high-speed roads, making it a quick journey through New Jersey. Expect a fuel cost of around $17 for this trip. Given its direct nature and minimal stops suggested, this drive is ideal for those prioritizing speed and convenience in the Northeast region.

Trip Pace

Same-day drive is realistic

A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.

Midpoint

51.9 miles from Closter, NJ

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 10m into the drive .

Main Roads

Road Distance Duration
New Jersey Turnpike Western Spur 64.6 mi 1h 18m
New Jersey Turnpike 18.7 mi 21m
Kaighns Avenue 7.5 mi 12m
Washington Avenue 3.1 mi 4m
Teaneck Road 2.9 mi 5m
Schraalenburgh Road 1.5 mi 2m
NJ 73 0.7 mi 1m
High Street 0.7 mi 1m
Longest stretch: New Jersey Turnpike Western Spur — 64.6 mi, about 1h 18m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Closter, NJ and Camden, NJ.

1

Start on Railroad Avenue

0.1 mi · 23 sec · Railroad Avenue
2

Continue on Naugle Street

521 ft · 22 sec · Naugle Street
3

Continue on Closter Dock Road

0.1 mi · 31 sec · Closter Dock Road
4

Turn left onto West Street

0.2 mi · 53 sec · West Street
5

At end of road, turn right onto CR 502

0.7 mi · 1 min · High Street
6

Turn straight onto CR 502

0.2 mi · 22 sec · Old Hook Road
7

Turn left onto CR 39

1.5 mi · 2 min · Schraalenburgh Road
8

Continue on CR 39

3.1 mi · 4 min · Washington Avenue
Use the straight lane.
9

Continue on CR 39

2.9 mi · 5 min · Teaneck Road
10

Turn left onto CR 56

0.4 mi · 49 sec · Degraw Avenue
Use the left lane.
11

Take the ramp

0.3 mi · 25 sec
Toward I 95 South, NJTP South Use the slight right lane.
12

Keep slight left at fork

0.4 mi · 47 sec
Toward I 95 South: The Ridgefields Use the slight left / slight right lanes.
13

Merge onto I 95; NJTP

1.8 mi · 2 min · New Jersey Turnpike
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
14

Keep slight left at fork onto I 95; NJTP

2.6 mi · 3 min · New Jersey Turnpike Western Spur
Toward I 95 South: Turnpike South, Exit 16W Use the straight / slight right lanes.
15

Take the exit

0.5 mi · 43 sec
Use the slight left / straight lanes.
16

Merge onto I 95

7.4 mi · 10 min · New Jersey Turnpike Western Spur
17

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.
18

Keep slight left at fork onto NJTP

17 mi · 19 min · New Jersey Turnpike
Toward NJTP South: Camden, Wilmington
19

Take the exit

0.5 mi · 55 sec
Exit 4 Toward NJ 73: Mount Laurel, Camden
20

Keep slight right at fork

0.2 mi · 24 sec
Toward NJ 73 North: Camden Use the slight left / slight right lanes.
21

Merge onto NJ 73

0.7 mi · 1 min · NJ 73
Use the slight right lane.
22

Continue on NJ-73

0.6 mi · 52 sec · NJ-73
23

Take the exit

0.2 mi · 43 sec
Toward NJ 38 West: Camden, Ben Franklin Bridge
24

Merge onto NJ 38

5.6 mi · 8 min · Kaighns Avenue
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
25

Keep slight left at fork onto US 130

189 ft · 6 sec · South Crescent Boulevard
Toward US 130 South, US 30 East
26

Turn slight right onto CR 607

1.9 mi · 3 min · Kaighns Avenue
27

Turn left onto CR 551

0.3 mi · 32 sec · Broadway
28

Arrive at destination

CR 551

Trip Plan

For this relatively short 2-hour and 16-minute drive, you have excellent flexibility. Consider leaving Closter mid-morning to avoid the worst of potential commuter traffic, especially as you merge onto the New Jersey Turnpike. With no specific stops recommended, you can easily manage the entire 103.8 miles in one go, but a quick fuel and stretch break midway might be wise given the longest stretch without exits. Keep an eye on your fuel gauge; budgeting around $17 should cover it, but it's always smart to start with a full tank. The main roads, including the New Jersey Turnpike Western Spur, are well-maintained, making for a smooth ride.

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 51.9 miles from Closter, NJ, or about 1h 10m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 64.6 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 23 miles or 36m in

Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.

Halfway reset

Around 51.9 miles or 1h 10m 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 49m

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 Closter, 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 Closter, NJ

This is one driving day of about 103.8 miles and 2h 16m.

Your first comfortable stop window is around 23 miles from Closter, NJ.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
The longest stretch is on New Jersey Turnpike Western Spur for about 64.6 miles.

Where to Stop

Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Staten Island, NY

52 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

New York City, NY

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 23 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

Staten Island, NY

Meal break

The midpoint is around 51.9 miles from Closter, NJ, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.

Before the longest stretch

Fuel check

Top up before New Jersey Turnpike Western Spur if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 64.6 miles.

These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.

Nearby Places

Restaurants, cafes, gas stations and more along your route.

Top Restaurant

Dolsot House | Korean BBQ Restaurant

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Cherry Hill Township, New Jersey

Near the end, short detour

2.2 mi from route ~5 min detour $20 to $30 mile 96.4

Hours: 11 am–9:15 pm

+18562160090

Visit website

Amsterdam Alley Bar & Restaurant

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Linden, New Jersey

2.3 mi

Fiorentini Restaurant

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Rutherford, New Jersey

2.5 mi

Top Coffee Stop

Lily and Liam

4.4 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Englewood, New Jersey

Near the start, short detour

1.1 mi from route ~3 min detour mile 7.4

Hours: Closed

+12015675111

Visit website

RIM Cafe

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

2.2 mi

Marimba Cafe

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Hackensack, New Jersey

2.1 mi

Dolsot House | Korean BBQ Restaurant

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, short detour

2.2 mi from route ~5 min detour $20 to $30 mile 96.4

Cherry Hill Township, New Jersey

Hours: 11 am–9:15 pm

+18562160090

Visit website

Amsterdam Alley Bar & Restaurant

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Early in the drive, short detour

2.3 mi from route ~6 min detour $20 to $30 mile 29.7

Linden, New Jersey

Hours: 12 pm–12 am

+19089254166

Visit website

Fiorentini Restaurant

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, short detour

2.5 mi from route ~6 min detour mile 14.8

Rutherford, New Jersey

Hours: 5–8:30 pm

+19737213404

Visit website

The Park Indian Restaurant and Catering

4.4 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Around the midpoint, short detour

2.5 mi from route ~6 min detour $10 to $20 mile 51.9

Dayton, New Jersey

Hours: 12–3 pm

+17323331199

Visit website

Sayola Restaurant

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, short detour

2.9 mi from route ~7 min detour Moderately

Tenafly, New Jersey

Hours: 4–10 pm

+12018712182

Visit website

Valenca Restaurant

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Early in the drive, short detour

3 mi from route ~8 min detour $20 to $30 mile 29.7

Elizabeth, New Jersey

Hours: 10:30 am–12 pm

+19083544024

Visit website

Chuck E. Cheese

4.2 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the start, short detour

2.8 mi from route ~7 min detour Moderately mile 7.4

Paramus, New Jersey

Hours: 11 am–9 pm

+12014871088

Visit website

Fratelli's Italian Restaurant

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Later in the drive, short detour

3.2 mi from route ~8 min detour $20 to $30 mile 81.6

Burlington, New Jersey

Hours: 11 am–9 pm

+16095262746

Visit website

Lily and Liam

4.4 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the start, short detour

1.1 mi from route ~3 min detour mile 7.4

Englewood, New Jersey

Hours: Closed

+12015675111

Visit website

RIM Cafe

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, short detour

2.2 mi from route ~5 min detour $10 to $20 mile 103.8

Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

Hours: 12–10 pm

+12154653515

Visit website

Marimba Cafe

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, short detour

2.1 mi from route ~5 min detour $10 to $20 mile 7.4

Hackensack, New Jersey

Hours: 7 am–7 pm

+12012563010

Visit website

CNT Cafe

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, short detour

2.8 mi from route ~7 min detour $1 to $10 mile 103.8

Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

Hours: 7 am–3 pm

+12678869851

Visit website

Holy Cannoli! Cafe

4.9 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, short detour

3 mi from route ~7 min detour $1 to $10 mile 103.8

Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

Hours: 7:30 am–4 pm

+12673191700

Visit website

Wonderland Play and Party

4.4 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the start, short detour

3 mi from route ~7 min detour mile 7.4

South Hackensack, New Jersey

Hours: 10 am–7 pm

+12014265898

Visit website

Tesla Supercharger

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, right off the route

0.9 mi from route ~2 min detour mile 66.7

Robbinsville Twp, New Jersey

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18777983752

Visit website

Electrify America Charging Station

3.2 ★ ★ ★ ☆ ☆

Early in the drive, right off the route

1 mi from route ~2 min detour mile 22.2

Newark, New Jersey

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18336322778

Visit website

Electric Vehicle Charging Station

5.0 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Early in the drive, short detour

1.5 mi from route ~4 min detour mile 22.2

Kearny, New Jersey

+19083121242

Visit website

Tesla Supercharger

4.0 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Around the midpoint, short detour

1.4 mi from route ~4 min detour mile 44.5

Edison, New Jersey

Hours: Open 24 hours

Visit website

ChargePoint Charging Station

4.3 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Around the midpoint, short detour

1.5 mi from route ~4 min detour mile 44.5

Highland Park, New Jersey

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18887584389

Visit website

Tesla Supercharger

3.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Around the midpoint, short detour

1.5 mi from route ~4 min detour mile 59.3

East Windsor, New Jersey

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18777983752

Visit website

Tesla Supercharger

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, short detour

2.1 mi from route ~5 min detour mile 59.3

Monroe Township, New Jersey

Hours: Open 24 hours

Visit website

EV Connect Charging Station

2.7 ★ ★ ★ ☆ ☆

Around the midpoint, right off the route

1 mi from route ~2 min detour mile 59.3

Cranbury, New Jersey

+18668167584

Visit website

Fords Park

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, right off the route

0.9 mi from route ~2 min detour mile 37.1

Woodbridge, New Jersey

Hours: 6 am–6 pm

+17327453900

Visit website

Xtreme Energy

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, short detour

1.1 mi from route ~3 min detour mile 7.4

Englewood, New Jersey

Hours: Closed

+12014085555

Visit website

Independence Park

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Early in the drive, short detour

1.4 mi from route ~3 min detour mile 22.2

Newark, New Jersey

Hours: Open 24 hours

+19732683500

Visit website

Adventure Aquarium

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, short detour

1.5 mi from route ~4 min detour mile 103.8

Camden, New Jersey

Hours: 10 am–4 pm

+18444743474

Visit website

Teaneck Creek Conservancy

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, short detour

1.2 mi from route ~3 min detour mile 7.4

Teaneck, New Jersey

Hours: 7 am–10 pm

+12018362403

Visit website

Escape Room NJ

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, short detour

1.5 mi from route ~4 min detour mile 7.4

Englewood, New Jersey

Hours: 10 am–1 pm

+12018151784

Visit website

Bergen Performing Arts Center

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, short detour

1.5 mi from route ~4 min detour mile 7.4

Englewood, New Jersey

+12012271030

Visit website

Spruce Street Harbor Park

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, short detour

1.7 mi from route ~4 min detour mile 103.8

Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

Hours: 4–10 pm

+12159222386

Visit website

Place data sourced from public business listings. Hours and availability may vary.

Heads-up: tricky spots

5 of 19

5 decision points cluster between mile 9.3 and 101.5 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.

6
9.3 mi into trip | ~17m in

Take the ramp toward I 95 South, NJTP South

Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one

Use the slight right lane. Toward I 95 South, NJTP South
7
9.6 mi into trip | ~17m in

Keep slight left at fork toward I 95 South: The Ridgefields

Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here

Use the slight left / slight right lanes. Toward I 95 South: The Ridgefields
8
11.8 mi into trip | ~20m in | I 95; NJTP / New Jersey Turnpike Western Spur

Keep slight left at fork onto I 95; NJTP / New Jersey Turnpike Western Spur toward I 95 South: Turnpike South, Exit 16W

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: Turnpike South, Exit 16W
7
94.2 mi into trip | ~2h 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
101.5 mi into trip | ~2h 11m in | 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

Fuel & Cost

Regular Gas

$17.21 one way

$34.42 round trip

$4.21/gal 25.4 MPG avg 36 kg CO2
Fuel Type $/gal One Way Round Trip
midgrade $4.61 $18.85 $37.69
premium $4.93 $20.13 $40.26
diesel $5.61 $22.92 $45.84

Estimated Tolls: $11.67

New Jersey Turnpike (83.2 mi) $11.67

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

$17

Tolls

$12

Meals

$25–$50

Total

$54–$79

Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.

Estimated CO2 emission: 36.3 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.

Driving Electric?

About $11 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2

Vehicle Type kWh Stops DC Fast Home Charge
Average EV 31.1 0 $10.90 $4.98
Efficient EV 26 0 $9.08 $4.15
EV Truck/SUV 41.5 0 $14.53 $6.64

Gas CO2

36 kg

EV CO2

12 kg (67% 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 Apr 18, 2026

Origin

Closter, NJ

Late night in Closter on Sunday

Local time

12:23 AM

EDT

Current temp

46°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Destination

Camden, NJ

Late night in Camden on Sunday

Local time

12:23 AM

EDT

Current temp

72°F

Partly Sunny

E 5 to 10 mph 0% chance Live forecast

Freeze Watch

Freeze Watch issued April 18 at 1:02PM EDT until April 21 at 9:00AM EDT by NWS Mount Holly NJ

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

26 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

2h 16m 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.

Thomas Edison National Historical Park

Thomas Edison National Historical Park

National Historical Park

Today, the brick buildings on Main Street in West Orange, NJ seem quiet, betraying little evidence of the research, development, and innovation of their heyday. Visitors can step back in time to Thoma...

7 mi from route ~17 min detour $10 near mile 21.5
View on nps.gov
Paterson Great Falls National Historical Park

Paterson Great Falls National Historical Park

National Historical Park

Silk cloth and steam locomotives; textiles and continuous paper rolls; firearms and aircraft engines. What do these things have in common? All were manufactured in the same place - Paterson, NJ. In 17...

9 mi from route ~24 min detour Free near mile 7.2
View on nps.gov
Gateway National Recreation Area

Gateway National Recreation Area

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...

15 mi from route ~39 min detour Free near mile 25.1
View on nps.gov
Morristown National Historical Park

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...

19 mi from route ~48 min detour Free near mile 28.6
View on nps.gov

Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.

What kind of drive is this?

Expect a highway-focused experience for the majority of this 103.8-mile journey, with 81% of the drive utilizing major roadways. The longest uninterrupted stretch you'll encounter is 64.6 miles, primarily on the New Jersey Turnpike Western Spur and then the New Jersey Turnpike itself. This means extended periods of consistent speed and minimal distractions. As you transition towards Camden, you'll eventually navigate onto Kaighns Avenue, signaling a shift from pure highway travel to a more urban approach as you near your destination.

81% 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: 64.6 mi on New Jersey Turnpike Western Spur.

How Hard Is This Drive?

10/10

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 9.3 miles in.

Driving Effort 10/10

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 19 significant decision points across 103.8 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 9.3 miles: Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 9.6 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 11.8 miles (I 95; NJTP / New Jersey Turnpike Western Spur): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.

Towns Mentioned on Route Signs

Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.

Between Closter, NJ and Camden, NJ, road signs point toward Njtp South, Exit 16W, Njtp South: Camden and Wilmington.

Njtp South

9.3 mi in | ~17m

Exit 16W

11.8 mi in | ~20m | via I 95; NJTP

Njtp South: Camden

76.9 mi in | ~1h 39m | via NJTP

Wilmington

76.9 mi in | ~1h 39m | via NJTP

Who Is This Route For?

Weekend Trip

Doable as a same-day drive at 2h 16m. Total distance: 103.8 miles.

Family Friendly

Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.

Solo Traveler

2h 16m drive, comfortable solo distance.

First-Time Driver

Mostly highway driving (81%). Some complex stretches to watch for.

Frequently Asked Questions

The longest stretch is about 64.6 miles on New Jersey Turnpike Western Spur. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.

Expect about $11.67 in tolls one way, starting with New Jersey 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.

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 9.3 miles: Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 9.6 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 11.8 miles (I 95; NJTP / New Jersey Turnpike Western Spur): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.

Yes — Thomas Edison National Historical Park, Paterson Great Falls National Historical Park and Gateway National Recreation Area (4 total within detour distance). 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 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, EIA for fuel prices, and NPS for national parks. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.

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