Introduction
When to visit
How to get there
Where to stay
Renting a car

Camden travel guide

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You're Going to Love Camden

With a population of 6,838, Camden is a must-see destination in South Carolina, United States. It is among the most popular tourist destinations in the country. Camden deserves at least 2 full days for you to see its main sights.

When to visit Camden

Camden in May
Estimated hotel price
$107
1 night at 3-star hotel
Camden in May
Estimated hotel price
$107
1 night at 3-star hotel

Looking for warm weather? Then head to Camden in July, when the average temperature is 80.6 °F, and the highest can go up to 91.4 °F. The coldest month, on the other hand, is January, when it can get as cold as 32 °F, with an average temperature of 44.6 °F. You’re likely to see more rain in July, when precipitation is around 5.5″. In contrast, November is usually the driest month of the year in Camden, with an average rainfall of 2.7″.

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How to Get to Camden

Plane

Although Camden doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Columbia Metropolitan (CAE), which is located 58 km from Camden. Columbia Metropolitan is the most popular, with regular flights from American Airlines, British Airways, Delta and other airlines departing from the United States. The shortest domestic flight to Camden departs from Fort Lauderdale and takes around 1h 48m.

Train

Train is the only carrier operating train routes to Camden. The train journey from Camden to Cary takes 4h 09m and costs around $20 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Alexandria, expect to pay about $180 for a 10h 16m trip. The train station in Camden is called Camden, and is located 1.7 km from the city center.

Car

Another option to get to Camden is to pick up a car rental from Charlotte, which is about 111 km from Camden. You’ll find branches of Economy Rent a Car and NU Car, among others, in Charlotte.

Bus

Camden’s bus station is located 3 km from the city center.

Plane

Although Camden doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Columbia Metropolitan (CAE), which is located 58 km from Camden. Columbia Metropolitan is the most popular, with regular flights from American Airlines, British Airways, Delta and other airlines departing from the United States. The shortest domestic flight to Camden departs from Fort Lauderdale and takes around 1h 48m.

Train

Train is the only carrier operating train routes to Camden. The train journey from Camden to Cary takes 4h 09m and costs around $20 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Alexandria, expect to pay about $180 for a 10h 16m trip. The train station in Camden is called Camden, and is located 1.7 km from the city center.

Car

Another option to get to Camden is to pick up a car rental from Charlotte, which is about 111 km from Camden. You’ll find branches of Economy Rent a Car and NU Car, among others, in Charlotte.

Bus

Camden’s bus station is located 3 km from the city center.

Airports near Camden

CAEColumbia Metropolitan
CLTCharlotte Douglas
CHSCharleston

Airlines serving Camden

KLM
Good (1,430 reviews)
Lufthansa
Good (7,632 reviews)
Delta
Good (8,008 reviews)
British Airways
Good (7,583 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (4,104 reviews)
SWISS
Good (1,814 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (9,092 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,683 reviews)
Iberia
Good (3,051 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,440 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,506 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (10,531 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,332 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (879 reviews)
Cathay Pacific
Good (1,095 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,606 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,337 reviews)
Singapore Airlines
Excellent (1,413 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Excellent (11,472 reviews)
Ethiopian Air
Good (911 reviews)
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Where to stay in popular areas of Camden

Most booked hotels in Camden

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Hampton Inn Camden
2 stars
Excellent (8.7, 183 reviews)
$141+
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Holiday Inn Express & Suites Camden-I20 (Hwy 521) By IHG
2 stars
Good (7.7, 35 reviews)
$102+
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Travel Inn - Lugoff
2 stars
Good (7.4, 320 reviews)
$86+
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Comfort Inn & Suites Camden
2 stars
Good (7.5, 17 reviews)
$83+
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Econo Lodge Inn & Suites Lugoff
2 stars
Good (7.2, 137 reviews)
$61+
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Motel 6 Lugoff, Sc
2 stars
Good (6, 61 reviews)
$69+
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Renting a car in Camden

Renting a car in Camden costs $78 per day, on average, or $157 if you want to rent if for 2 days.

You’re likely to save money by renting your car at the airport: locations in the city are, on average, 26% more expensive than at Columbia Metropolitan.

Expect to pay $3.29 per gallon in Camden (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $39.52 and $52.69. Compact (Nissan Rogue or similar) is the most popular car type to rent in Camden, while also 25% cheaper than other types, on average.

Renting a car in Camden costs $78 per day, on average, or $157 if you want to rent if for 2 days.

You’re likely to save money by renting your car at the airport: locations in the city are, on average, 26% more expensive than at Columbia Metropolitan.

Expect to pay $3.29 per gallon in Camden (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $39.52 and $52.69. Compact (Nissan Rogue or similar) is the most popular car type to rent in Camden, while also 25% cheaper than other types, on average.