Traveling from Sea Girt to Camden covers 70.4 miles across the Northeast, making for a straightforward journey that typically takes about 1 hour and 32 minutes. Because the trip is relatively short, it is perfectly suited for a single-day excursion, meaning you won't need to worry about booking overnight accommodations. Expect to spend roughly $12 on fuel for the trek, depending on your vehicle's efficiency. You will spend the vast majority of your time on major thoroughfares, specifically the Central Jersey Expressway and the New Jersey Turnpike. It is a no-nonsense route designed for efficiency, ideal for those looking to connect these two points in New Jersey without unnecessary detours.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Midpoint
35.2 miles from Sea Girt, NJ
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 46m into the drive
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Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
Central Jersey Expressway
27.6 mi
31m
New Jersey Turnpike
25.2 mi
29m
Kaighns Avenue
7.5 mi
12m
Atlantic Avenue
2.5 mi
4m
NJ 34
2.1 mi
2m
NJ 73
0.7 mi
1m
NJ-73
0.6 mi
<1m
Washington Boulevard
0.4 mi
<1m
Longest stretch:
Central Jersey Expressway
— 27.6 mi, about 31m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Sea Girt, NJ and Camden, NJ.
1
Start on 3rd Avenue
0.2 mi·51 sec·3rd Avenue
2
Turn right onto CR 49
0.4 mi·56 sec·Washington Boulevard
3
Continue on CR 49
0.2 mi·32 sec·Sea Girt Avenue
4
Turn left onto CR 20
0.4 mi·40 sec·Broad Street
5
Turn right onto CR 524 Spur
0.9 mi·1 min·Atlantic Avenue
6
Enter roundabout onto CR 524 Spur
285 ft·3 sec·Atlantic Avenue
7
Continue on CR 524 Spur
1.5 mi·2 min·Atlantic Avenue
8
Take the ramp
0.2 mi·22 sec
Toward NJ 34 North: Matawan
9
Merge onto NJ 34
0.5 mi·37 sec·NJ 34
10
Enter roundabout onto NJ 34
287 ft·3 sec·NJ 34
11
Continue on NJ 34
79 ft·1 sec·NJ 34
12
Continue on NJ 34
1.5 mi·1 min·NJ 34
Use the straight / left lanes.
13
Take the exit
0.2 mi·25 sec
Toward I 195 West: Trenton
14
Merge onto NJ 138
259 ft·3 sec·NJ 138
15
Continue on I 195
28 mi·31 min·Central Jersey Expressway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
16
Take the exit
0.7 mi·1 min
Exit 6Toward I 95 Toll, NJTP: New York, CamdenUse the slight right lane.
17
Continue on this road
479 ft·23 sec·this road
Toward I 95 Toll, NJTP
18
Keep slight right at fork
0.1 mi·28 sec
Toward I 95 South, NJTP South: CamdenUse the straight / slight right lanes.
19
Keep slight right at fork
0.5 mi·47 sec
Toward Trucks-Buses-CarsUse the slight right lane.
20
Merge onto I 95; NJTP
8.4 mi·9 min·New Jersey Turnpike
21
Keep slight left at fork onto NJTP
17 mi·19 min·New Jersey Turnpike
Toward NJTP South: Camden, Wilmington
22
Take the exit
0.5 mi·55 sec
Exit 4Toward NJ 73: Mount Laurel, Camden
23
Keep slight right at fork
0.2 mi·24 sec
Toward NJ 73 North: CamdenUse the slight left / slight right lanes.
24
Merge onto NJ 73
0.7 mi·1 min·NJ 73
Use the slight right lane.
25
Continue on NJ-73
0.6 mi·52 sec·NJ-73
26
Take the exit
0.2 mi·43 sec
Toward NJ 38 West: Camden, Ben Franklin Bridge
27
Merge onto NJ 38
5.6 mi·8 min·Kaighns Avenue
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
28
Keep slight left at fork onto US 130
189 ft·6 sec·South Crescent Boulevard
Toward US 130 South, US 30 East
29
Turn slight right onto CR 607
1.9 mi·3 min·Kaighns Avenue
30
Turn left onto CR 551
0.3 mi·32 sec·Broadway
31
Arrive at destination
CR 551
Trip Plan
Since this is a quick trip, you have plenty of flexibility regarding your departure time, though it is wise to check traffic reports for the New Jersey Turnpike before heading out. Because there are zero formal stops required by the route, your pacing is entirely up to your personal preference. Keep your $12 fuel budget in mind when planning your departure, and ensure your tank is topped off before hitting the major expressways to avoid unnecessary mid-trip refueling. A helpful tip for this specific drive is to keep a close eye on your navigation as you transition from the turnpike onto Kaighns Avenue, as local traffic patterns can change quickly near your arrival point in Camden.
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 35.2 miles from Sea Girt, NJ, or about 46m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 27.6 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 15 miles or 20m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 35.2 miles or 46m 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 14m
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 Sea Girt, NJ so your first major turns are already loaded.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Sea Girt, NJ
This is one driving day of about 70.4 miles and 1h 32m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 15 miles from Sea Girt, NJ.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
The longest stretch is on Central Jersey Expressway for about 27.6 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 21
5 decision points cluster between mile 33.7 and 68.1 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
8
33.7 mi into trip|~42m in
Take the exit toward I 95 Toll, NJTP: New York, Camden
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 6
Toward I 95 Toll, NJTP: New York, Camden
9
34.5 mi into trip|~44m in
Keep slight right at fork toward I 95 South, NJTP South: Camden
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: Camden
7
34.6 mi into trip|~45m in
Keep slight right at fork toward Trucks-Buses-Cars
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight right lane.
Toward Trucks-Buses-Cars
7
60.8 mi into trip|~1h 15m 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
68.1 mi into trip|~1h 27m 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
$11.67 one way
$23.34 round trip
$4.21/gal25.4 MPG avg25 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.61
$12.78
$25.57
premium
$4.93
$13.65
$27.31
diesel
$5.61
$15.54
$31.09
Estimated Tolls: $3.53
New Jersey Turnpike
(25.2 mi)$3.53
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
$4
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$40–$65
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 24.6 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $7 in charging
· 0 stops
· 68% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
21.1
0
$7.39
$3.38
Efficient EV
17.6
0
$6.16
$2.82
EV Truck/SUV
28.2
0
$9.86
$4.51
Gas CO2
25 kg
EV CO2
8 kg (68% 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 13, 2026
Origin
Sea Girt, NJ
Afternoon
in Sea Girt on Sunday
Local time
12:25 PM
EDT
Current temp
77°F
Partly Sunny
SW 5 to 15 mph9% chanceLive forecast
Destination
Camden, NJ
Afternoon
in Camden on Sunday
Local time
12:25 PM
EDT
Current temp
82°F
Partly Sunny
SW 10 to 15 mph12% chanceLive forecast
46°F
Mansfield, NJ
35 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
5 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
1h 32m 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.
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...
29 mi from route
~74 min detour
Free
near mile 7.3
Park Closure: Dead Horse Bay (Brooklyn) Remains Closed to the Public
Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.
More Details
What kind of drive is this?
Expect a highway-focused experience, as 80% of this drive is spent on high-speed roads. You will settle into a steady rhythm quickly, with the longest uninterrupted stretch lasting 27.6 miles on the Central Jersey Expressway. While the route begins with expressway travel, the personality of the road shifts as you navigate toward the finish line, eventually transitioning onto Kaighns Avenue as you approach Camden. The drive feels functional and direct rather than winding or scenic, prioritizing speed and connectivity over leisure. Behind the wheel, you can anticipate a consistent interstate pace that keeps the commute moving steadily from start to finish.
80% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
31 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 27.6 mi on Central Jersey Expressway.
How Hard Is This Drive?
10/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on Central Jersey Expressway and New Jersey Turnpike. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 33.7 miles in.
Driving Effort10/10
Demanding - stay alert through the decision-heavy sections
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 70.4 miles you will encounter 21 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 33.7 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 34.5 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 34.6 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
Elevation Profile
Mostly flat terrain
167 ft7 ft
Total Climb
216 ft
Total Descent
223 ft
Highest Point
167 ft
~25.1 mi in
Elevation Range
160 ft
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Between Sea Girt, NJ and Camden, NJ, road signs point toward Njtp: New York, Njtp, Njtp South: Camden, Trucks-Buses-Cars and Wilmington.
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 1h 32m. Total distance: 70.4 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 32m 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 27.6 miles on Central Jersey Expressway. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
Expect about $3.53 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.
Yes. At under 2 hours behind the wheel, this works well for families — plan one quick stop if you have younger kids.
The main spots that need attention: at 33.7 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 34.5 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 34.6 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
Yes — Gateway National Recreation Area. 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.
