How far is Union Beach, NJ from Camden, NJ?

The driving distance from Union Beach, NJ to Camden, NJ is about 84.5 miles (136 km), with a travel time of about 01h 29m by car.

  • The straight-line flight distance is about 61.3 miles (98.7 km).
  • For a round trip, plan for roughly 02h 59m 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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Quick Snapshot
Road
84.48 mi
01h 29m
Flight
61.34 mi
98.72 km direct

This route works well as a day trip with time at the destination.

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Flight Distance

Direct air line
61.34 mi
Kilometers
98.72 km
Flight Time
00h 07m

Driving Distance

Road route
84.48 mi
Kilometers
135.95 km
Drive Time
01h 29m

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Leave and Arrive Planner

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Drive time stays fixed at 01h 29m.

Arrival Snapshot
Arrive in Camden
Wed, Apr 15, 4:22 AM EDT
Return by in Union Beach
Wed, Apr 15, 5:51 AM EDT
Useful when you're deciding between a quick errand, a day trip, or a longer stop.
Leave Union Beach
2026-04-15T02:52
Arrive Camden
Wed, Apr 15, 4:22 AM EDT
Route Timing
01h 29m
One way by road
Best Departure Window
8:00 AM to 10:00 AM EDT
Aim for a morning departure
Arrive between
9:30 AM to 11:30 AM EDT

A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.

Leave by
3:30 PM EDT
Keeps a same-day return open with about 03h 00m at the destination.
Back in Union Beach
9:30 PM EDT
Morning start is best

You are leaving earlier than the recommended window, which gives you extra margin for breaks and traffic.

Halfway Point

A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.

Mid-route stop
Allentown
NJ

Borough of New Jersey

From Union Beach
35.2 mi
00h 44m
To Camden
49.3 mi
00h 44m

Route Weather Snapshot

Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.

Origin
82°F
Wednesday

Partly Sunny then Slight Chance Rain Showers

Starts
Wed, Apr 15 6:00 AM EDT
Wind
5 to 10 mph SW
Destination
88°F
Wednesday

Mostly Sunny

Starts
Wed, Apr 15 2:00 AM EDT
Wind
5 to 10 mph SW

Driving Route Map

The map below follows the saved road route between Union Beach and Camden.

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Union Beach and Camden.

  1. 1

    Start on Florence Avenue

    1908 ft · 53 sec · Florence Avenue

  2. 2

    Turn right onto Broadway

    1732 ft · 48 sec · Broadway

  3. 3

    Continue on 1st Street

    1.3 km · 2 min · 1st Street

  4. 4

    At the end of the road, turn left onto Broad Street

    111 m · 9 sec · Broad Street

  5. 5

    Turn right onto West Front Street

    2386 ft · 53 sec · West Front Street

  6. 6

    Turn left onto Broadway

    1927 ft · 41 sec · Broadway

  7. 7

    Continue on Broadway

    975 ft · 19 sec · Broadway

  8. 8

    Turn slight right onto Maple Place

    761 ft · 13 sec · Maple Place

  9. 9

    Continue on Lower Main Street

    1.2 km · 1 min · Lower Main Street

  10. 10

    Continue on Main Street

    1.5 mi · 2 min · Main Street

  11. 11

    Continue on Freneau Avenue

    1.4 mi · 2 min · Freneau Avenue

  12. 12

    Turn right onto Tennent Road

    3.4 mi · 6 min · Tennent Road

  13. 13

    Turn right

    1.9 mi · 3 min

  14. 14

    Turn left onto Texas Road

    3 mi · 4 min · Texas Road

  15. 15

    Turn straight onto Matchaponix Avenue

    1.9 mi · 3 min · Matchaponix Avenue

  16. 16

    Continue on Pergola Avenue

    1.6 mi · 2 min · Pergola Avenue

  17. 17

    Turn right onto Buckelew Avenue

    96 m · 12 sec · Buckelew Avenue

  18. 18

    Turn left onto Forsgate Drive

    2.4 mi · 4 min · Forsgate Drive

  19. 19

    Take the ramp slight right toward I 95, NJTP: New Jersey Turnpike

    2099 ft · 51 sec

  20. 20

    Keep slight right to continue on I 95, NJTP South: Trenton

    762 ft · 19 sec

  21. 21

    Keep slight left

    2463 ft · 1 min

  22. 22

    Merge slight left onto New Jersey Turnpike

    21.9 mi · 25 min · New Jersey Turnpike

  23. 23

    Keep slight left to continue on New Jersey Turnpike

    16.8 mi · 19 min · New Jersey Turnpike

  24. 24

    Take the exit slight right toward NJ 73: Mount Laurel, Camden

    2533 ft · 56 sec

  25. 25

    Keep slight right to continue on NJ 73 North: Camden

    1017 ft · 25 sec

  26. 26

    Merge slight left

    1.2 km · 1 min

  27. 27

    Continue straight

    3106 ft · 53 sec

  28. 28

    Take the exit slight right toward NJ 38 West: Camden, Ben Franklin Bridge

    999 ft · 44 sec

  29. 29

    Merge slight left onto Kaighns Avenue

    5.6 mi · 9 min · Kaighns Avenue

  30. 30

    Keep slight left to continue on South Crescent Boulevard

    58 m · 6 sec · South Crescent Boulevard

  31. 31

    Turn slight right onto Kaighns Avenue

    1.9 mi · 4 min · Kaighns Avenue

  32. 32

    Turn left onto Broadway

    1791 ft · 32 sec · Broadway

  33. 33

    Arrive at your destination

    0 m · 1 sec · Broadway

Car Route Details

A richer read on the saved driving route between Union Beach and Camden.

OSRM road route
Drive Character

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.

Directions
33 steps
16 turns on the saved route
Ramps & Exits
6
3 merges, 3 ramps or exits
Navigation Density
39.1 / 100 mi
Decision points by distance
Main Roads
New Jersey Turnpike
38.8 mi · 46%
Kaighns Avenue
7.53 mi · 9%
Tennent Road
3.42 mi · 4%
Texas Road
2.98 mi · 4%
Forsgate Drive
2.37 mi · 3%
Matchaponix Avenue
1.93 mi · 2%
Longest Stretch

New Jersey Turnpike

Merge slight left onto New Jersey Turnpike

21.9 mi · 00h 25m

Route Summary

A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.

Trip Read

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.

Drive Time
01h 29m
Day trip friendly
Same-Day Return
03h 00m
Round-trip wheel time
Road vs Air
+23.2 mi
61.3 mi direct line
Halfway Stop
Allentown
00h 44m from Union Beach
Leave By
3:30 PM EDT
Morning start is best
Weather Watch

Partly Sunny then Slight Chance Rain Showers leaving Union Beach and Mostly Sunny near Camden.

Trip Questions

Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.

How long does it take to drive from Union Beach to Camden?

The road trip is about 84.5 miles (136 km) and usually takes 01h 29m 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?

Allentown is a useful midpoint, sitting about 35.2 miles from Union Beach and 49.3 miles from Camden.

How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?

The direct path is about 61.3 miles (98.7 km), while the road route adds roughly 23.2 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 3:30 PM EDT.

How much will gas cost for this route?

Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $12.18 one way or $24.35 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 26.5 kg one way.

What should you check before leaving?

Before you leave, expect Partly Sunny then Slight Chance Rain Showers around Union Beach and Mostly Sunny near Camden.

Stop Ideas Near Allentown

Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.

Mid-route Guidance
These suggestions come from reviewed places and nearby services around Allentown and the surrounding midpoint area.
Old City Hall
Scenic stop 5.9 mi away

Old City Hall

Bordentown , NJ
11 Crosswicks St, Bordentown, NJ 08505
Rating 4.6/5 13 reviews Historical landmark
Trenton City Hall
Meeting point 8.1 mi away

Trenton City Hall

Trenton , NJ
319 E State St, Trenton, NJ 08608
Rating 3.8/5 67 reviews City Hall
Stop photo coming soon
Nearby stop 7.2 mi away

Fieldsboro Town Hall

Fieldsboro , NJ
1916 S 2nd St, Fieldsboro, NJ 08505
Police department

Transit and Meeting Points

Useful pickup, handoff, or rendezvous points close to Allentown.

RAIL

Trenton Transit Center

15 mi away
72 South Clinton Avenue
RAIL

Princeton Junction station

16 mi away
2 Wallace Road
RAIL

Cornwells Heights

33 mi away
700 Station Ave.
RAIL

New Brunswick station

37 mi away
French and Albany Streets

Flight Path Map

This map shows the direct air route between Union Beach and Camden. Straight-line distance: 61.34 mi (98.72 km).

Union Beach

#1 Union Beach

Borough in Monmouth County, New Jersey, United States

Population5,296
Coordinates40.4465000, -74.1782000
Altitude1
CountryUnited States
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#2 Camden

The most populous city in Camden County, New Jersey.

Population73,740
Coordinates39.9259500, -75.1196200
Altitude6
CountryUnited States
Start: Florence Avenue (-74.178248, 40.446534)
End: Broadway (-75.119608, 39.92595)

Estimated Travel Time

Distance: 136 km by road

SpeedTime
30 mph (48.3 km/h)02h 48m
40 mph (64.37 km/h)02h 06m
50 mph (80.47 km/h)01h 41m
60 mph (96.56 km/h)01h 24m
70 mph (112.65 km/h)01h 12m
80 mph (129 km/h)01h 03m

Fuel, Round Trip and CO2

Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.

One-way fuel
2.98 gal
11.28 L · about $12.18
Round trip
$24.35
5.96 gal · 22.56 L
Estimated CO2
26.5 kg one way
Round trip: 53 kg / 117 lb CO2, using regular gasoline.
Fuel$/galOne wayRound trip
Regular gas $4.09 $12.18 $24.35
Mid-grade $4.60 $13.71 $27.41
Premium $4.95 $14.76 $29.53
Diesel $5.98 $17.82 $35.64

Assumes 8.3 L/100 km (about 28.3 MPG). CO2 is an estimate and varies by vehicle, fuel blend, traffic, and terrain.

Prices in New Jersey · Apr 15, 2026

There is no time difference between Union Beach and Camden. The current time is 02:52:52.

Distance to Other Cities

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How did we calculate? Place names are translated into coordinates. The Haversine formula calculates straight-line distance; driving distance uses road network data.