Distance from Clifton, New Jersey to Newark, New Jersey
The driving distance from Clifton, New Jersey to Newark, New Jersey is 12.8 mi (20.6 km)
The straight-line (air) distance is approximately 5.8 mi (9.3 km)
Estimated travel time by road is 24 minutes
This route includes Toll roads along the way.
We found 3 routes between Clifton and Newark.
Available Routes
Route Directions
Get on Garden State Pkwy S from Clifton Ave
Continue on Garden State Pkwy S to Newark. Take exit 13 from I-280 E
Take Central Ave and Raymond Blvd to Broad St/Mayor Kenneth A. Gibson Blvd
Route Directions
Get on Garden State Pkwy S from Clifton Ave
Continue on Garden State Pkwy S to Newark. Take exit 15 from I-280 E
Drive to Broad St/Mayor Kenneth A. Gibson Blvd
Route Directions
Get on NJ-3 from Broad St
Take NJ-21 S to Lombardy Pl in Newark
Drive to Broad St/Mayor Kenneth A. Gibson Blvd
Journey Details
Traveling from Clifton, New Jersey to Newark, New Jersey covers 12.6 miles (20 km) in a south direction. This secondary roads, moderate route typically takes 24 minutes under normal conditions.
Drivers have 3 route options between these locations (13-13 miles / 20-21 km). The primary route shown here saves no time compared to alternatives.
The route features scenic views. During night weekend travel, expect typical weekend traffic patterns with average speeds around 32 mph (51 km/h) .
Journey Waypoints
Clifton
Starting Point
Newark
Destination
