How far is Middletown, NJ from Clifton, NJ?
Distance by Flight
Shortest distance between Middletown and Clifton is 32.16 miles (51.76 km).
Flight distance from Middletown, NJ to Clifton, NJ is 32.16 miles. Estimated flight time is 00 hours 05 minutes.
Driving distance
The driving distance from Middletown, New Jersey to Clifton, New Jersey is: 44.83 miles (72.15 km) by car.
Driving from Middletown to Clifton will take approximately 00 hours 54 minutes.
#1 Middletown
| Population | |
|---|---|
| GPS Coordinates | 40°23'39"N 74°7'2"W |
| Latitude | 40.3942800 |
| Longitude | -74.1170900 |
| Altitude | 36 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Clifton
The most populous city in Passaic County, New Jersey. It is located on the Passaic River in northeastern New Jersey. Clifton is known for its many parks and green spaces, its many historical sites, and its many attractions, such as the Clifton Public Library and the Clifton Historical Society.
| Population | 85025 |
|---|---|
| GPS Coordinates | 40°51'30"N 74°9'50"W |
| Latitude | 40.8584300 |
| Longitude | -74.1637600 |
| Altitude | 57 |
| Country | United States |
Ending point in Clifton: Holly Street (-74.163585,40.858575)
Estimated Travel Time Between Middletown and Clifton
The distance between Middletown and Clifton is 72 km if you choose to drive by road. You can go 00 hours 48 minutes if you drive your car at an average speed of 90 kilometers / hour. For different choices, please review the avg. speed travel time table on the below.
There is no time difference between Middletown and Clifton. The current time is 06:13:33.
| Average Speed | Travel Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 01 hours 29 minutes |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 01 hours 07 minutes |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00 hours 53 minutes |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00 hours 44 minutes |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00 hours 38 minutes |
| 75 mph (120.7 km/h) | 00 hours 35 minutes |
| 80 mph (128.75 km/h) | 00 hours 33 minutes |
Gas Consumption
A car with a fuel efficiency of 8.3 l/100 km will need 5.99 liters (1.58 gallon) of gas to cover the route between Middletown and Clifton.
The estimated cost of gas to go from Middletown to Clifton is $5.42 (diesel $7.11).
New Jersey gas prices.
| Gasoline | Mid Grade | Premium | Diesel | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gallon | $3.42 | $4.04 | $4.31 | $4.49 |
| Total | $5.42 | $6.39 | $6.82 | $7.11 |
Take a look at our Gas Cost Calculator feature. It will figure out how much it will cost to drive this particular distance.
The average gas price (in New Jersey ) per gallon of daily gas for calculations is $3.423 (Diesel $4.492) /gallon. Last changed prices on January 13, 2026.
How did we calculate the distance?
The place names are translated into coordinates to approximate the distance between Middletown and Clifton (latitude and longitude). Cities, states, and countries each have their own regional center. The Haversine formula is used to measure the radius.
Distance to Other Cities
Driving distance from Camden, NJ to Middletown 88.96 miles (143 km)
Driving distance from South Vineland, NJ to Middletown 107.76 miles (173 km)
Driving distance from Elizabethport, NJ to Middletown 30.3 miles (49 km)
