Origin
Hope, NJ
Morning in Hope on Sunday
Local time
10:36 AM
EDT
Current temp
42°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Hope, 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 10m
Distance
86.7 mi
140 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$14
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
2h 1m
★
6 AM
2h 11m
8 AM
2h 29m
10 AM
2h 17m
12 PM
2h 15m
3 PM
2h 18m
5 PM
2h 28m
8 PM
2h 5m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Hope, NJ
Dajana Blakcori
Camden, NJ
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Trip Overview
This 86.7-mile drive from Hope, NJ to Camden, NJ takes approximately 2 hours and 10 minutes and is best suited as a single-day trip. With 79% of the journey on highways, you'll find it to be a largely highway-focused experience. The estimated fuel cost is around $14, making it an economical option for a day out. This route stays within the Northeast region, connecting two points within New Jersey. It's a straightforward drive that allows for flexibility in your schedule.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Midpoint
43.3 miles from Hope, NJ
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 3m into the drive .
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 295 | 30.2 mi | 40m |
| Route 31 South BEGIN | 26.9 mi | 38m |
| US 202 | 5.8 mi | 8m |
| Bear Tavern Road | 4.2 mi | 8m |
| North Bridgeville Road | 2.9 mi | 4m |
| NJ 31 | 2.5 mi | 3m |
| Hope - Bridgeville Road | 2.5 mi | 4m |
| Harbourton-Rocktown Road | 2.4 mi | 4m |
Longest stretch:
I 295
— 30.2 mi, about 40m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Hope, NJ and Camden, NJ.
1
Start on Walnut Street
138 ft
·
8 sec
·
Walnut Street
2
Turn right onto CR 519
169 ft
·
10 sec
·
High Street
3
Turn left onto CR 519
2.5 mi
·
4 min
·
Hope - Bridgeville Road
4
Turn straight onto CR 519
1.0 mi
·
1 min
·
Hope Road
5
Continue on CR 519
2.9 mi
·
4 min
·
North Bridgeville Road
6
Turn left onto US 46
1.3 mi
·
2 min
·
US 46
7
Turn right onto NJ 31
27 mi
·
38 min
·
Route 31 South BEGIN
Use the straight lane.
8
Enter roundabout onto US 202; NJ 31
456 ft
·
8 sec
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US 202; NJ 31
9
Continue on US 202; NJ 31
5.7 mi
·
8 min
·
US 202; NJ 31
10
Take the exit onto NJ 31
2.5 mi
·
3 min
·
NJ 31
Toward NJ 31 South, CR 579 South: Trenton
Use the slight right lane.
11
Turn right onto CR 579
1.1 mi
·
1 min
·
Harbourton Road
12
Continue on CR 579
2.4 mi
·
4 min
·
Harbourton-Rocktown Road
13
Continue on CR 579
0.9 mi
·
1 min
·
Trenton-Harbourton Road
14
Continue on CR 579
3.2 mi
·
6 min
·
Bear Tavern Road
15
Continue on CR 579; CR 637
0.2 mi
·
26 sec
·
Jacobs Creek Road
16
Continue on CR 579
1.0 mi
·
2 min
·
Bear Tavern Road
17
Take the ramp
0.3 mi
·
36 sec
Toward I 295 North: Philadelphia
18
Merge onto I 295
30 mi
·
40 min
·
I 295
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
19
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
29 sec
Exit 22
Toward I 676, US 30: Central Philadelphia, Independence Hall, Callowhill Street
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
20
Keep slight right at fork
0.3 mi
·
46 sec
Toward I 676 East, US 30 East: Ben Franklin Bridge, Independence Hall, Callowhill Street
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
21
Turn right onto Callowhill Street
0.4 mi
·
1 min
·
Callowhill Street
Use the right lane.
22
Turn left onto SR 2005
0.2 mi
·
16 sec
·
North 6th Street
Use the left lane.
23
Continue on North 6th Street
419 ft
·
23 sec
·
North 6th Street
24
Take the ramp
412 ft
·
10 sec
Toward I 676 East, US 30 East: Benjamin Franklin Bridge
25
Merge onto I 676; US 30
1.6 mi
·
2 min
·
I 676; US 30
26
Take the exit
280 ft
·
6 sec
Toward Sixth Street, Broadway, Camden, Emergency Parking Area, Waterfront Business District, University District, Campbell's Field
Use the slight right lane.
27
Keep slight left at fork
324 ft
·
10 sec
Toward Broadway
28
Turn slight right onto CR 551
1.5 mi
·
2 min
·
North Broadway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
29
Arrive at destination
CR 551
Trip Plan
Given the relatively short 2 hour and 10 minute duration, this 86.7-mile trip offers great flexibility. You can easily depart in the morning and arrive at your destination with plenty of time for activities. There are no specific recommended stops, so plan your breaks as needed, perhaps during the 30.2-mile stretch on I-295 when you might be looking for a change of scenery. Keep an eye on your fuel gauge, as the estimated cost is $14, and it's always wise to top off before heading out on a highway-focused journey like this one.
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 43.3 miles from Hope, NJ, or about 1h 3m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 30.2 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 19 miles or 28m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 43.3 miles or 1h 3m 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 Hope, NJ so your first major turns are already loaded.
+
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 Hope, NJ
This is one driving day of about 86.7 miles and 2h 10m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 19 miles from Hope, NJ.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
The longest stretch is on I 295 for about 30.2 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
43 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 19 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 43.3 miles from Hope, 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.
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 185 decision points cluster between mile 40.5 and 85.1 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
7
40.5 mi into trip
|
~59m in
|
NJ 31
Take the exit onto NJ 31 toward NJ 31 South, CR 579 South: Trenton
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 South, CR 579 South: Trenton
8
82.2 mi into trip
|
~2h 1m in
Take the exit toward I 676, US 30: Central Philadelphia, Independence Hall, Callowhill Street
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.
Exit 22
Toward I 676, US 30: Central Philadelphia, Inde...
8
82.5 mi into trip
|
~2h 2m in
Keep slight right at fork toward I 676 East, US 30 East: Ben Franklin Bridge, Independence Hall, Callowhill Street
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Toward I 676 East, US 30 East: Ben Franklin Bri...
7
83.4 mi into trip
|
~2h 4m in
Take the ramp toward I 676 East, US 30 East: Benjamin Franklin Bridge
Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward I 676 East, US 30 East: Benjamin Frankli...
7
85.1 mi into trip
|
~2h 7m in
Take the exit toward Sixth Street, Broadway, Camden, Emergency Parking Area, Waterfront Business District, University District, Campbell's Field
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 Sixth Street, Broadway, Camden, Emergenc...
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$14.37 one way
$28.75 round trip
$4.21/gal
25.4 MPG avg
30 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.61 | $15.74 | $31.49 |
| premium | $4.93 | $16.81 | $33.63 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $19.14 | $38.28 |
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: 30.3 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $9 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 26 | 0 | $9.10 | $4.16 |
| Efficient EV | 21.7 | 0 | $7.59 | $3.47 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 34.7 | 0 | $12.14 | $5.55 |
Gas CO2
30 kg
EV CO2
10 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.
Destination
Camden, NJ
Morning in Camden on Sunday
Local time
10:36 AM
EDT
Current temp
58°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
68°F
New Hope, PA
43 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
Same local time
Origin and destination are on the same clock, so arrival timing is easier to judge at a glance.
Temperature spread
16 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 10m on the road
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.
What kind of drive is this?
Expect a predominantly highway-focused drive for this 86.7-mile trip, with nearly 80% of the route utilizing faster roads like I-295 and Route 31 South. The longest uninterrupted stretch you'll encounter is 30.2 miles on I-295, offering a consistent pace. While the majority is highway, the initial part involves navigating Route 31 South, which may present more local traffic before merging onto the interstate system. Overall, it's a drive that prioritizes efficient travel.
79% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
29 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 30.2 mi on I 295.
How Hard Is This Drive?
9/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 295 and Route 31 South BEGIN. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 40.5 miles in near NJ 31.
Driving Effort
9/10
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 18 significant decision points across 86.7 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 40.5 miles (NJ 31): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 82.2 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 82.5 miles: 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.
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Between Hope, NJ and Camden, NJ, road signs point toward Cr 579 South: Trenton and Independence Hall.
Cr 579 South: Trenton
40.5 mi in
|
~59m
|
via NJ 31
Independence Hall
82.2 mi in
|
~2h 1m
About the Cities
Arriving in Camden, NJ
Full guide →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).
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 2h 10m. Total distance: 86.7 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
2h 10m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (79%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 30.2 miles on I 295. 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 40.5 miles (NJ 31): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 82.2 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 82.5 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
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, and EIA for fuel prices. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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