Hopatcong Hills to Camden is 93.3 miles and takes about 2h 21m via US 206 and I-295, with a fuel budget near $15 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This drive keeps you within New Jersey, moving from the Northeast region down towards the southern part of the state. It's a straightforward trip that's mostly highway, making it a good option if you're looking for efficiency and a clear path. You'll spend most of your time on major roads, so plan for steady progress rather than winding backroads. This route is best suited for a single-day journey, allowing you to reach your destination with ample time to spare.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Midpoint
46.7 miles from Hopatcong Hills, NJ
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 1h 16m into the drive
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Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
US 206
34.2 mi
54m
I 295
26 mi
30m
NJ 38
9.5 mi
14m
Brunswick Pike
4.3 mi
6m
I 287
3.9 mi
4m
Kaighns Avenue
1.9 mi
3m
Washington Road
1.6 mi
3m
Lakeside Boulevard
1.6 mi
2m
Longest stretch:
US 206
— 34.2 mi, about 54m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Hopatcong Hills, NJ and Camden, NJ.
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Start on Michigan Trail
0.2 mi·44 sec·Michigan Trail
2
At end of road, turn right onto Brooklyn Mountain Road
168 ft·14 sec·Brooklyn Mountain Road
3
Turn sharp left onto Lincoln Trail
0.1 mi·32 sec·Lincoln Trail
4
Turn right onto Lincoln Way
175 ft·11 sec·Lincoln Way
5
Turn left onto Northwestern Trail
354 ft·17 sec·Northwestern Trail
6
Turn right onto Stanford Trail
328 ft·14 sec·Stanford Trail
7
Continue on Northwestern Way
0.3 mi·1 min·Northwestern Way
8
Turn right onto Dupont Avenue
479 ft·21 sec·Dupont Avenue
9
Continue on Crescent Road
0.1 mi·27 sec·Crescent Road
10
Turn straight onto Bell Avenue
0.1 mi·19 sec·Bell Avenue
11
Turn right onto CR 607
0.5 mi·58 sec·River Styx Road
Use the left lane.
12
Turn left onto CR 607
0.3 mi·29 sec·Hopatchung Road
Use the left lane.
13
At end of road, turn right onto CR 607
1.6 mi·2 min·Lakeside Boulevard
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
14
Turn right
168 ft·8 sec
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
15
Turn right onto CR 631
1.6 mi·2 min·Center Street
16
Continue on CR 631
436 ft·8 sec·Port Morris Road
17
Continue on CR 631
0.6 mi·1 min·Allen Street
18
At end of road, turn left onto NJ 183
1.0 mi·1 min·Ledgewood Avenue
Use the straight lane.
19
Continue on US 206
0.2 mi·17 sec·US 206
Use the straight / right lanes.
20
Continue on US 206
17 mi·27 min·US 206
Use the straight lane.
21
Take the exit
0.3 mi·38 sec
Toward I 287 South: Somerville, PrincetonUse the slight right lane.
22
Merge onto I 287
1.3 mi·1 min·I 287
23
Keep slight left at fork onto I 287
2.6 mi·3 min·I 287
24
Take the exit
0.6 mi·42 sec
Exit 17Toward US 202 South, US 206 South: Somerville, FlemingtonUse the slight left / straight lanes.
25
Merge onto US 202; US 206
1.0 mi·1 min·US 202; US 206
26
Take the exit onto US 206
0.2 mi·37 sec·US 206
Toward US 206 South, NJ 28: Somerville, PrincetonUse the straight / slight right lanes.
27
Enter roundabout onto US 206
525 ft·7 sec·US 206
28
Continue on US 206
9.1 mi·14 min·US 206
Use the straight lane.
29
Continue on US 206
7.3 mi·11 min·US 206
Use the straight lane.
30
Turn left onto Cherry Hill Road
141 ft·6 sec·Cherry Hill Road
Use the left lane.
31
Turn right onto Mount Lucas Road
493 ft·18 sec·Mount Lucas Road
Use the left / straight lanes.
32
Continue on Witherspoon Street
0.7 mi·1 min·Witherspoon Street
33
Turn left onto Wiggins Street
0.1 mi·27 sec·Wiggins Street
Use the left lane.
34
Turn right onto Vandeventer Avenue
0.2 mi·44 sec·Vandeventer Avenue
35
Continue on CR 526; CR 571
1.6 mi·3 min·Washington Road
Use the straight / right lanes.
36
Enter roundabout onto US 1
62 ft·3 sec·Brunswick Pike
37
Continue on US 1
4.3 mi·5 min·Brunswick Pike
Use the straight lane.
38
Take the exit
0.2 mi·15 sec
Use the slight right lane.
39
Keep slight right at fork
0.3 mi·1 min
Toward I 295 South: Camden
40
Merge onto I 295
1.9 mi·2 min·I 295
41
Take the exit
0.2 mi·14 sec
Exit 65B-AToward Sloan AvenueUse the straight / slight right lanes.
42
Keep slight left at fork
0.2 mi·15 sec
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
43
Keep slight left at fork
0.3 mi·21 sec
Use the straight / right lanes.
44
Merge onto I 295
24 mi·27 min·I 295
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
45
Take the exit
0.3 mi·36 sec
Exit 40Toward NJ 38: Moorestown, Trauma CenterUse the slight right lane.
46
Merge onto NJ 38
9.5 mi·14 min·NJ 38
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
47
Keep slight left at fork onto US 130
189 ft·6 sec·South Crescent Boulevard
Toward US 130 South, US 30 East
48
Turn slight right onto CR 607
1.9 mi·3 min·Kaighns Avenue
49
Turn left onto CR 551
0.3 mi·32 sec·Broadway
50
Arrive at destination
CR 551
Trip Plan
Given this is a 2h 21m drive covering 93.3 miles, it's easily manageable in a single day. Leaving in the morning will allow you to avoid potential rush hour traffic and arrive with plenty of daylight. While the drive is relatively short, consider taking a brief break around the halfway point or after completing the 34.2-mile stretch on US 206, especially if you need to refuel. The estimated fuel cost is around $15, so keep that in mind. The primary roads are US 206 and I-295, so ensure your vehicle is in good condition for highway speeds.
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 46.7 miles from Hopatcong Hills, NJ, or about 1h 16m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 34.2 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 21 miles or 37m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 46.7 miles or 1h 16m 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 56m
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 Hopatcong Hills, 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 Hopatcong Hills, NJ
This is one driving day of about 93.3 miles and 2h 21m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 21 miles from Hopatcong Hills, NJ.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
The longest stretch is on US 206 for about 34.2 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 37
5 decision points cluster between mile 5.8 and 81.2 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
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5.8 mi into trip|~13m in|NJ 183 / Ledgewood Avenue
At end of road, turn left onto NJ 183 / Ledgewood Avenue
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight lane.
7
24.3 mi into trip|~42m in
Take the exit toward I 287 South: Somerville, Princeton
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 287 South: Somerville, Princeton
8
28.5 mi into trip|~47m in
Take the exit toward US 202 South, US 206 South: Somerville, Flemington
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight left / straight lanes.
Exit 17
Toward US 202 South, US 206 South: Somerville,...
7
30.2 mi into trip|~50m in|US 206
Take the exit onto US 206 toward US 206 South, NJ 28: Somerville, Princeton
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Toward US 206 South, NJ 28: Somerville, Princet...
8
81.2 mi into trip|~2h 1m in
Take the exit toward NJ 38: Moorestown, Trauma Center
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 40
Toward NJ 38: Moorestown, Trauma Center
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$15.47 one way
$30.94 round trip
$4.21/gal25.4 MPG avg33 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.61
$16.94
$33.88
premium
$4.93
$18.09
$36.19
diesel
$5.61
$20.60
$41.20
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$15
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$40–$65
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 32.6 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $10 in charging
· 0 stops
· 67% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
28
0
$9.80
$4.48
Efficient EV
23.3
0
$8.16
$3.73
EV Truck/SUV
37.3
0
$13.06
$5.97
Gas CO2
33 kg
EV CO2
11 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
Hopatcong Hills, NJ
Morning
in Hopatcong Hills on Sunday
Local time
7:36 AM
EDT
Current temp
65°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Destination
Camden, NJ
Morning
in Camden on Sunday
Local time
7:36 AM
EDT
Current temp
57°F
Mostly Cloudy
E 5 mph0% chanceLive 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
8 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 21m 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...
8 mi from route
~21 min detour
Free
near mile 16.1
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,...
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...
23 mi from route
~57 min detour
$10
near mile 22.5
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...
25 mi from route
~63 min detour
Free
near mile 3.2
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 highway-focused, with 80% of the journey on faster roads like US 206 and I-295. You'll encounter your longest uninterrupted stretch of 34.2 miles on US 206, offering a consistent pace. While much of the trip will feel like a typical highway commute, the initial and final segments might offer a slightly different feel as you transition onto and off the main thoroughfares. Expect a drive that prioritizes getting you from point A to point B efficiently, with minimal detours or complex navigation.
80% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
50 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 34.2 mi on US 206.
How Hard Is This Drive?
10/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on US 206 and I 295. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 5.8 miles in near NJ 183 / Ledgewood Avenue.
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 37 significant decision points across 93.3 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 5.8 miles (NJ 183 / Ledgewood Avenue): Lane positioning matters here; at 24.3 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 28.5 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. 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 Hopatcong Hills, NJ and Camden, NJ, road signs point toward Princeton, Flemington and Trauma Center.
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.
Doable as a same-day drive at 2h 21m. Total distance: 93.3 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
2h 21m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (80%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 34.2 miles on US 206. 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 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 5.8 miles (NJ 183 / Ledgewood Avenue): Lane positioning matters here; at 24.3 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 28.5 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Yes — Morristown National Historical Park, Delaware Water Gap National Recreation Area and Thomas Edison National Historical Park (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.
