How far is Mansfield, NJ from Clifton, NJ?
Fastest route
The route from Mansfield, New Jersey, USA to Clifton, New Jersey, USA is approximately 72.9 miles and takes around 1 hour and 10 minutes via I-95 N. The route has tolls.
Directions
- Head southeast on Hedding Rd toward US-206 S.
- Turn left onto New York Ave.
- Take a slight right onto US-206 N.
- Continue straight to stay on US-206 N.
- Take a slight right onto the New Jersey Turnpike ramp (toll road).
- Keep left at the fork and merge onto I-95 N (toll road).
- Continue on I-95 N to East Rutherford. Take exit 16 W for NJ-3 W (toll road).
- Keep right and merge onto NJ-3 W.
- Continue on NJ-3 W and take the exit toward Broad Street/Paterson/Bloomfield.
- Keep right at the fork and merge onto Allwood Rd.
- Turn left onto Clifton Ave.
- Turn right onto St James Pl.
Tips & Suggestions
- 🚗 Ensure you have sufficient funds for tolls along the route.
- ⚠️ Stay aware of traffic conditions and adjust your travel time accordingly.
- 🗺️ Use a GPS navigation device or app for real-time directions.
- 🛣️ Follow the signs for I-95 N and NJ-3 W to stay on the correct route.
- 🚦 Observe traffic rules and regulations for a safe journey.
- ⛽ Consider refueling your vehicle before starting the trip.
- 📱 Keep emergency contact numbers handy in case of any issues during the journey.
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This route works well as a day trip with time at the destination.
Flight Distance
Driving Distance
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Leave and Arrive Planner
Pick a departure time to see your estimated arrival and same-day return window.
Drive time stays fixed at 01h 12m.
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
A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.
Township in New Jersey, United States
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Mansfield and Clifton.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Mansfield and Clifton.
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Start on Mansfield Road East
31 m · 9 sec · Mansfield Road East
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Turn right
2.1 mi · 3 min
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Take the exit straight toward I 95 Toll, NJTP Toll: New Jersey Turnpike
1.1 km · 2 min
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Keep slight left to continue on I 95 North, NJTP North: New York City
1897 ft · 1 min
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Keep slight left to continue on I 95 North, NJTP North: New York City
1828 ft · 1 min
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Merge slight left onto New Jersey Turnpike
36.9 mi · 43 min · New Jersey Turnpike
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Take the exit slight right toward GSP, US 9: Garden State Parkway, Woodbridge
2531 ft · 1 min
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Keep slight right to continue on GSP North: Garden State Parkway
1.2 km · 2 min
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Merge slight left onto Garden State Parkway
22.2 mi · 31 min · Garden State Parkway
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Take the exit slight right toward Montclair, Nutley
889 ft · 22 sec
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Turn right onto Watchung Avenue
147 m · 15 sec · Watchung Avenue
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At the end of the road, turn left onto East Passaic Avenue
2278 ft · 46 sec · East Passaic Avenue
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Turn right onto West Passaic Avenue
2703 ft · 53 sec · West Passaic Avenue
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Turn left onto Darling Avenue
125 m · 7 sec · Darling Avenue
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Continue on Bloomfield Avenue
2001 ft · 38 sec · Bloomfield Avenue
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Enter the roundabout and take exit 3 toward Allwood Circle
80 m · 5 sec · Allwood Road
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Exit the rotary onto Allwood Road
1.5 km · 2 min · Allwood Road
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Turn right onto Clifton Avenue
2833 ft · 1 min · Clifton Avenue
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Turn right onto Olga B Terrace
53 m · 10 sec · Olga B Terrace
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Turn right onto Hutton Road
12 m · 7 sec · Hutton Road
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Turn left onto Olga B Terrace
135 m · 25 sec · Olga B Terrace
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Turn left onto Donna Drive
733 ft · 34 sec · Donna Drive
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Turn right onto Holly Street
157 m · 23 sec · Holly Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Holly Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Mansfield and Clifton.
Highway-focused drive
Most of the mileage stays on named highways, so the important moments are ramps, exits, merges, and the final local approach.
New Jersey Turnpike
Merge slight left onto New Jersey Turnpike
36.9 mi · 00h 43m
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.
Sunny leaving Mansfield and Sunny near Clifton.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Mansfield to Clifton?
The road trip is about 70.8 miles (113.9 km) and usually takes 01h 12m 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?
Piscataway is a useful midpoint, sitting about 33.7 miles from Mansfield and 37.1 miles from Clifton.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 60.4 miles (97.2 km), while the road route adds roughly 10.4 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 4:06 PM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $10.22 one way or $20.43 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 22.2 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Sunny around Mansfield and Sunny near Clifton.
Stop Ideas Near Piscataway
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 Piscataway.
New Brunswick station
Metropark station
Princeton Junction station
Newark Liberty International Airport
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Mansfield and Clifton. Straight-line distance: 60.38 mi (97.17 km).
#1 Mansfield
Township in Warren County, New Jersey
| Population | 7,384 |
| Coordinates | 40.0912200, -74.7137700 |
| Altitude | 27 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Clifton
The most populous city in Passaic County, New Jersey.
| Population | 85,025 |
| Coordinates | 40.8584300, -74.1637600 |
| Altitude | 57 |
| Country | United States |
End: Holly Street (-74.163585, 40.858575)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 114 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 02h 21m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 01h 46m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 01h 24m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01h 10m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01h 00m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 52m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular gas | $4.09 | $10.22 | $20.43 |
| Mid-grade | $4.60 | $11.50 | $23.00 |
| Premium | $4.95 | $12.39 | $24.77 |
| Diesel | $5.98 | $14.95 | $29.90 |
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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