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Trip from Mahwah, 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 21m

Distance

111 mi

179 km

Drive Score

8/10

Great drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$18

one way

EV Charging

Good

8 stations

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 29 min
4 AM
2h 12m ★
6 AM
2h 22m
8 AM
2h 41m
10 AM
2h 29m
12 PM
2h 27m
3 PM
2h 30m
5 PM
2h 40m
8 PM
2h 16m

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

Downtown Mahwah, NJ, NJ

Mahwah, NJ

Dajana Blakcori

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

Camden, NJ

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Trip Overview

This straightforward 111-mile drive from Mahwah, NJ, to Camden, NJ, is designed for a single day, typically taking about 2 hours and 21 minutes. You'll primarily navigate the New Jersey Turnpike Western Spur and the New Jersey Turnpike, making it a highway-focused experience. With a fuel cost estimate of $18, this route is budget-friendly for a day trip. Both your origin and destination are within the Northeast region, so you won't be crossing any major geographical boundaries. This trip is ideal for those seeking an efficient journey with minimal fuss, allowing you to reach your destination without needing an overnight stay.

Trip Pace

Same-day drive is realistic

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

Midpoint

55.5 miles from Mahwah, NJ

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 11m into the drive .

Main Roads

Road Distance Duration
New Jersey Turnpike Western Spur 60.9 mi 1h 13m
NJ 17 19.5 mi 24m
New Jersey Turnpike 16.8 mi 19m
Kaighns Avenue 7.5 mi 12m
Franklin Turnpike 1.4 mi 2m
NJ 73 0.7 mi 1m
NJ-73 0.6 mi <1m
NJ 3 0.5 mi <1m
Longest stretch: New Jersey Turnpike Western Spur — 60.9 mi, about 1h 13m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

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

1

Start on West Airmount Road

167 ft · 10 sec · West Airmount Road
2

Turn right onto CR 507

1.4 mi · 2 min · Franklin Turnpike
Use the straight / right lanes.
3

Take the ramp

0.2 mi · 21 sec
4

Merge onto NJ 17

20 mi · 24 min · NJ 17
Use the right lane.
5

Take the exit

0.4 mi · 48 sec
Toward NJ 3 East: New York
6

Merge onto NJ 3

0.5 mi · 36 sec · NJ 3
7

Take the exit

0.1 mi · 18 sec
Toward East Rutherford, American Dream, Stadium, Racetrack, Training Facility Use the slight right lane.
8

Continue on Sheraton Plaza Drive

0.2 mi · 22 sec · Sheraton Plaza Drive
9

Take the ramp

0.5 mi · 1 min
Toward I 95 Toll, NJTP Toll: New Jersey Turnpike
10

Keep slight right at fork

0.4 mi · 1 min
Toward I 95 South, NJTP South: Newark Use the straight / slight right lanes.
11

Merge onto I 95; NJTP

6.3 mi · 8 min · New Jersey Turnpike Western Spur
12

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.
13

Keep slight left at fork onto NJTP

17 mi · 19 min · New Jersey Turnpike
Toward NJTP South: Camden, Wilmington
14

Take the exit

0.5 mi · 55 sec
Exit 4 Toward NJ 73: Mount Laurel, Camden
15

Keep slight right at fork

0.2 mi · 24 sec
Toward NJ 73 North: Camden Use the slight left / slight right lanes.
16

Merge onto NJ 73

0.7 mi · 1 min · NJ 73
Use the slight right lane.
17

Continue on NJ-73

0.6 mi · 52 sec · NJ-73
18

Take the exit

0.2 mi · 43 sec
Toward NJ 38 West: Camden, Ben Franklin Bridge
19

Merge onto NJ 38

5.6 mi · 8 min · Kaighns Avenue
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
20

Keep slight left at fork onto US 130

189 ft · 6 sec · South Crescent Boulevard
Toward US 130 South, US 30 East
21

Turn slight right onto CR 607

1.9 mi · 3 min · Kaighns Avenue
22

Turn left onto CR 551

0.3 mi · 32 sec · Broadway
23

Arrive at destination

CR 551

Trip Plan

Given the relatively short 2-hour 21-minute duration, you have flexibility in when you depart. Leaving Mahwah early in the morning can help you avoid the heaviest traffic, especially as you approach more urban areas. While this route has no designated stops, it's wise to plan for brief breaks to stay alert, especially during the 60.9-mile stretch on the New Jersey Turnpike Western Spur. Keep an eye on your fuel levels, with an estimated cost of $18 for the trip, and utilize the service areas along the New Jersey Turnpike as needed.

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 55.5 miles from Mahwah, NJ, or about 1h 11m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 60.9 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 24 miles or 33m in

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

Halfway reset

Around 55.5 miles or 1h 11m 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 53m

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 Mahwah, 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 Mahwah, NJ

This is one driving day of about 111 miles and 2h 21m.

Your first comfortable stop window is around 24 miles from Mahwah, 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 60.9 miles.

Where to Stop

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

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Staten Island, NY

56 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 24 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

Staten Island, NY

Meal break

The midpoint is around 55.5 miles from Mahwah, 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 60.9 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

Bite Food & Coffee Co

4.3 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Hackensack, New Jersey

Near the start, right off the route

0.5 mi from route ~1 min detour Moderately mile 15.9

Hours: 8 am–8 pm

+12015602269

Visit website

Giovanna's Cafe

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Ramsey, New Jersey

2.2 mi

Café Panache

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Ramsey, New Jersey

2.2 mi

Top Coffee Stop

Marimba Cafe

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Hackensack, New Jersey

Near the start, short detour

1.2 mi from route ~3 min detour $10 to $20 mile 15.9

Hours: 7 am–7 pm

+12012563010

Visit website

Wonderland Play and Party

4.4 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

South Hackensack, New Jersey

1.2 mi

C Squared Cafe

4.4 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Hasbrouck Heights, New Jersey

1.3 mi

Bite Food & Coffee Co

4.3 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the start, right off the route

0.5 mi from route ~1 min detour Moderately mile 15.9

Hackensack, New Jersey

Hours: 8 am–8 pm

+12015602269

Visit website

Giovanna's Cafe

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, short detour

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

Ramsey, New Jersey

Hours: 7 am–4 pm

+12018255835

Visit website

Café Panache

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, short detour

2.2 mi from route ~5 min detour $50 to $10

Ramsey, New Jersey

Hours: 12–1:30 pm

+12019340030

Visit website

Cafe Tropical Restaurant

4.2 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the start, short detour

1.6 mi from route ~4 min detour $10 to $20 mile 15.9

Hackensack, New Jersey

Hours: 7 am–10 pm

+12018800669

Dolsot House | Korean BBQ Restaurant

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, short detour

2.5 mi from route ~6 min detour $20 to $30 mile 103.1

Cherry Hill Township, New Jersey

Hours: 11 am–9:15 pm

+18562160090

Visit website

Honey Day Cafe

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, short detour

2.6 mi from route ~7 min detour $20 to $30 mile 7.9

Glen Rock, New Jersey

Hours: 8:30 am–3 pm

+12013893535

Visit website

Manche Pani

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, short detour

2.5 mi from route ~6 min detour $20 to $30

Airmont, New York

Hours: 9 am–3 pm

+18455334174

Visit website

The Mindful Cafe

4.3 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the start, short detour

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

Ramsey, New Jersey

Hours: 8:30 am–5 pm

+12016493600

Visit website

Marimba Cafe

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, short detour

1.2 mi from route ~3 min detour $10 to $20 mile 15.9

Hackensack, New Jersey

Hours: 7 am–7 pm

+12012563010

Visit website

Wonderland Play and Party

4.4 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the start, short detour

1.2 mi from route ~3 min detour mile 15.9

South Hackensack, New Jersey

Hours: 10 am–7 pm

+12014265898

Visit website

C Squared Cafe

4.4 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the start, short detour

1.3 mi from route ~3 min detour $10 to $20 mile 15.9

Hasbrouck Heights, New Jersey

Hours: 7 am–8 pm

+12014259120

RIM Cafe

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, short detour

2.2 mi from route ~5 min detour $10 to $20 mile 111

Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

Hours: 12–10 pm

+12154653515

Visit website

CNT Cafe

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, short detour

2.8 mi from route ~7 min detour $1 to $10 mile 111

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 111

Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

Hours: 7:30 am–4 pm

+12673191700

Visit website

Saddle River Cafe

4.4 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the start, short detour

3.2 mi from route ~8 min detour Expensive mile 7.9

Saddle River, New Jersey

Hours: 11:30 am–3 pm

+12012822300

Visit website

Tesla Supercharger

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, short detour

1.1 mi from route ~3 min detour mile 63.4

Cranbury, NJ

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18777983752

Visit website

ChargePoint Charging Station

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, short detour

1.8 mi from route ~5 min detour

Mahwah, New Jersey

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18887584389

Visit website

EVgo Charging Station

2.2 ★ ★ ☆ ☆ ☆

Around the midpoint, short detour

1.4 mi from route ~3 min detour mile 47.6

Edison, New Jersey

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18774943833

Visit website

Tesla Supercharger

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Later in the drive, short detour

3 mi from route ~8 min detour mile 79.3

Hamilton Township, New Jersey

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18777983752

Visit website

ChargePoint Charging Station

3.0 ★ ★ ★ ☆ ☆

Early in the drive, short detour

1.3 mi from route ~3 min detour mile 31.7

Newark, NJ

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18887584389

Visit website

ChargePoint Charging Station

1.3 ★ ☆ ☆ ☆ ☆

Around the midpoint, right off the route

0.4 mi from route ~1 min detour mile 47.6

Edison, New Jersey

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18887584389

Visit website

Tesla Supercharger

5.0 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Later in the drive, short detour

2.7 mi from route ~7 min detour mile 79.3

Hamilton Township, New Jersey

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18777983752

Visit website

ChargePoint Charging Station

3.3 ★ ★ ★ ☆ ☆

Around the midpoint, short detour

1.9 mi from route ~5 min detour mile 47.6

Edison, New Jersey

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18887584389

Visit website

Posh Princess Palace

5.0 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, short detour

1.2 mi from route ~3 min detour mile 15.9

Lodi, New Jersey

Hours: 1–7 pm

+18628997674

Visit website

Adventure Aquarium

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, short detour

1.5 mi from route ~4 min detour mile 111

Camden, New Jersey

Hours: 10 am–4 pm

+18444743474

Visit website

Bowler City

4.3 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the start, short detour

1.4 mi from route ~3 min detour Moderately mile 15.9

Hackensack, New Jersey

Hours: 10 am–12 pm

+12013433545

Visit website

Spruce Street Harbor Park

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, short detour

1.7 mi from route ~4 min detour mile 111

Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

Hours: 4–10 pm

+12159222386

Visit website

MindEscape Escape Room Philadelphia

4.9 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, short detour

1.9 mi from route ~5 min detour mile 111

Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

Hours: 4–9:30 pm

+12154546159

Visit website

Catch Air Hasbrouck

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, short detour

1.8 mi from route ~5 min detour mile 15.9

Hasbrouck Heights, New Jersey

Hours: 10 am–8 pm

+12017132156

Visit website

Amazing Escape Room Cherry Hill

5.0 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, short detour

2.2 mi from route ~5 min detour mile 103.1

Cherry Hill Township, New Jersey

Hours: 12:30–11 pm

+18563246417

Visit website

New Jersey Aviation Hall of Fame

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, short detour

1.8 mi from route ~5 min detour mile 15.9

Teterboro, New Jersey

Hours: 10:30 am–4 pm

+12012886344

Visit website

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

Heads-up: tricky spots

5 of 17

5 decision points cluster between mile 22 and 108.7 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.

7
22 mi into trip | ~28m in

Take the exit toward East Rutherford, American Dream, Stadium, Racetrack, Training Facility

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 East Rutherford, American Dream, Stadium...
8
22.8 mi into trip | ~30m in

Keep slight right at fork toward I 95 South, NJTP South: Newark

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, NJTP South: Newark
6
29.5 mi into trip | ~40m in | I 95; NJTP / New Jersey Turnpike Western Spur

Keep slight left at fork onto I 95; NJTP / New Jersey Turnpike Western Spur

Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here

Use the slight left / slight right lanes.
7
101.4 mi into trip | ~2h 5m 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
108.7 mi into trip | ~2h 17m 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

$18.40 one way

$36.80 round trip

$4.21/gal 25.4 MPG avg 39 kg CO2
Fuel Type $/gal One Way Round Trip
midgrade $4.61 $20.15 $40.31
premium $4.93 $21.53 $43.05
diesel $5.61 $24.51 $49.01

Estimated Tolls: $10.99

New Jersey Turnpike (77.7 mi) $10.89
Franklin Turnpike (1.4 mi) $0.10

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

$18

Tolls

$11

Meals

$25–$50

Total

$54–$79

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

Estimated CO2 emission: 38.8 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.

Driving Electric?

About $12 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2

Vehicle Type kWh Stops DC Fast Home Charge
Average EV 33.3 0 $11.65 $5.33
Efficient EV 27.8 0 $9.71 $4.44
EV Truck/SUV 44.4 0 $15.54 $7.10

Gas CO2

39 kg

EV CO2

13 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 16, 2026

Origin

Mahwah, NJ

Late night in Mahwah on Sunday

Local time

12:27 AM

EDT

Current temp

68°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Destination

Camden, NJ

Late night in Camden on Sunday

Local time

12:27 AM

EDT

Current temp

58°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

10 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

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.

National Parks Near This Route

Worth a detour if your schedule allows.

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...

6 mi from route ~15 min detour Free near mile 11.5
Caution: Limited Amphitheater Accessibility
Caution: Overlook Park Parking Lot - Vehicles Must Be Parked in a Designated Spot
View on nps.gov
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 26.8
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...

16 mi from route ~39 min detour Free near mile 34.4
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 45.9
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 drive that is predominantly highway-based, with 91% of the journey on major roadways. The longest uninterrupted stretch you'll encounter is approximately 60.9 miles along the New Jersey Turnpike Western Spur. This means you'll be on fast-paced roads for the majority of your travel time. The character of the drive is consistent, focusing on efficient travel rather than scenic detours. You'll experience the typical flow of highway traffic as you make your way south through New Jersey.

91% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
23 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 60.9 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 NJ 17. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 22 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 17 significant decision points across 111 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 22 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 22.8 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 29.5 miles (I 95; NJTP / New Jersey Turnpike Western Spur): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.

Towns Mentioned on Route Signs

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

Between Mahwah, NJ and Camden, NJ, road signs point toward Rutherford, American Dream, Stadium, Racetrack, Training Facility and Njtp Toll: New Jersey Turnpike - among others.

Rutherford

22 mi in | ~28m

American Dream

22 mi in | ~28m

Stadium

22 mi in | ~28m

Racetrack

22 mi in | ~28m

Training Facility

22 mi in | ~28m

Njtp Toll: New Jersey Turnpike

22.3 mi in | ~29m

Njtp South: Newark

22.8 mi in | ~30m

Njtp South: Camden

84.1 mi in | ~1h 45m | via NJTP

Wilmington

84.1 mi in | ~1h 45m | via NJTP

Who Is This Route For?

Weekend Trip

Doable as a same-day drive at 2h 21m. Total distance: 111 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 (91%). Some complex stretches to watch for.

Frequently Asked Questions

The longest stretch is about 60.9 miles on New Jersey Turnpike Western Spur. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.

Expect about $10.99 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 22 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 22.8 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 29.5 miles (I 95; NJTP / New Jersey Turnpike Western Spur): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.

Yes — Paterson Great Falls National Historical Park, Thomas Edison 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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