How far is Lakehurst, NJ from Camden, NJ?
The driving distance from Lakehurst, NJ to Camden, NJ is about 51.8 miles (83.3 km), with a travel time of about 01h 07m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 43.2 miles (69.6 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 02h 15m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM EDT.
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This route works well as a day trip with time at the destination.
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Leave and Arrive Planner
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Drive time stays fixed at 01h 07m.
A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.
You are leaving earlier than the recommended window, which gives you extra margin for breaks and traffic.
Halfway Point
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Route Weather Snapshot
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Chance Rain Showers
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Lakehurst and Camden.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Lakehurst and Camden.
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Start on the route
2 m · 3 sec
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Turn right
55 m · 15 sec
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At the end of the road, turn right
37 m · 11 sec
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At the end of the road, turn right onto Center Street
40 m · 6 sec · Center Street
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Turn left
1.3 km · 2 min
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Enter the roundabout and take exit 4 toward Eisenhower Traffic Circle
643 ft · 11 sec
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Exit the rotary onto NJ 70 West: Joint Base MDL McGuire Dix, Cherry Hill
79 m · 4 sec
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Continue straight
17 mi · 23 min
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Enter the roundabout and take exit 3 toward Four Mile Circle
135 m · 6 sec
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Exit the rotary onto NJ 70 West: Medford, Cherry Hill
7.7 mi · 11 min
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Enter the roundabout and take exit 2 toward NJ 70 West: Camden, Philadelphia
141 m · 6 sec
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Exit the roundabout onto NJ 70 West: Camden, Philadelphia
18.7 mi · 28 min
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Merge slight left onto Kaighns Avenue
1854 ft · 37 sec · Kaighns Avenue
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Keep slight left to continue on South Crescent Boulevard
58 m · 6 sec · South Crescent Boulevard
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Turn slight right onto Kaighns Avenue
1.9 mi · 4 min · Kaighns Avenue
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Turn left onto Broadway
1791 ft · 32 sec · Broadway
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Broadway
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Lakehurst and Camden.
Turn-heavy local drive
The route has frequent decision points for its length, so lane choice and turn timing will matter more than cruising speed.
NJ 70 West
Exit the roundabout onto NJ 70 West: Camden, Philadelphia
18.7 mi · 00h 28m
Route Summary
A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.
A comfortable day-trip route
This route works well as a day trip. You can leave in the morning, spend meaningful time at the destination, and still return the same day.
Chance Rain Showers leaving Lakehurst and Rain Showers Likely near Camden.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Lakehurst to Camden?
The road trip is about 51.8 miles (83.3 km) and usually takes 01h 07m in normal driving conditions.
Is this a same-day trip or an overnight route?
This route works well as a day trip. You can leave in the morning, spend meaningful time at the destination, and still return the same day.
What is the halfway point on this route?
Leisuretowne is a useful midpoint, sitting about 23.6 miles from Lakehurst and 28.1 miles from Camden.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 43.2 miles (69.6 km), while the road route adds roughly 8.6 extra miles because roads do not follow the straight air line.
When is the best time to leave for this route?
A good departure window is usually 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM EDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 4:14 PM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $7.48 one way or $14.95 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 16.3 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Chance Rain Showers around Lakehurst and Rain Showers Likely near Camden.
Stop Ideas Near Leisuretowne
Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.
Transit and Meeting Points
Useful pickup, handoff, or rendezvous points close to Leisuretowne.
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Lakehurst and Camden. Straight-line distance: 43.24 mi (69.59 km).
#1 Lakehurst
Borough in New Jersey, United States
| Population | 2,731 |
| Coordinates | 40.0145600, -74.3112600 |
| Altitude | 18 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Camden
The most populous city in Camden County, New Jersey.
| Population | 73,740 |
| Coordinates | 39.9259500, -75.1196200 |
| Altitude | 6 |
| Country | United States |
End: Broadway (-75.119609, 39.92595)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 83 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 01h 43m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 01h 17m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 01h 02m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 51m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 44m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 38m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
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| Regular gas | $4.09 | $7.48 | $14.95 |
| Mid-grade | $4.60 | $8.42 | $16.83 |
| Premium | $4.95 | $9.07 | $18.13 |
| Diesel | $5.98 | $10.94 | $21.89 |
Assumes 8.3 L/100 km (about 28.3 MPG). CO2 is an estimate and varies by vehicle, fuel blend, traffic, and terrain.
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