How far is Plainfield, NJ from Newark, NJ?
Distance by Flight
Shortest distance between Plainfield and Newark is 14.19 miles (22.83 km).
Flight distance from Plainfield, NJ to Newark, NJ is 14.19 miles. Estimated flight time is 00 hours 02 minutes.
Driving distance
The driving distance from Plainfield, New Jersey to Newark, New Jersey is: 19 miles (30.58 km) by car.
Driving from Plainfield to Newark will take approximately 00 hours 31 minutes.
#1 Plainfield
A city in Union County, New Jersey. It is located in the central part of the state. Plainfield is known for its many parks and green spaces, its many historical sites, and its many attractions, such as the Plainfield Historical Museum and the Plainfield Public Library.
| Population | 50011 |
|---|---|
| GPS Coordinates | 40°38'1"N 74°24'27"W |
| Latitude | 40.6337100 |
| Longitude | -74.4073700 |
| Altitude | 34 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Newark
The most populous city in New Jersey and the center of the Newark metropolitan area. It is located on the east bank of the Passaic River. Newark is known for its history as a manufacturing center, its many parks and green spaces, and its many attractions, such as the Newark Museum and the Prudential Center.
| Population | 282520 |
|---|---|
| GPS Coordinates | 40°44'8"N 74°10'21"W |
| Latitude | 40.7356600 |
| Longitude | -74.1723700 |
| Altitude | 9 |
| Country | United States |
Ending point in Newark: Market Street (-74.17237,40.73566)
Estimated Travel Time Between Plainfield and Newark
The distance between Plainfield and Newark is 31 km if you choose to drive by road. You can go 00 hours 20 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 Plainfield and Newark. The current time is 11:26:51.
| Average Speed | Travel Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 00 hours 37 minutes |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 00 hours 28 minutes |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00 hours 22 minutes |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00 hours 19 minutes |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00 hours 16 minutes |
| 75 mph (120.7 km/h) | 00 hours 15 minutes |
| 80 mph (128.75 km/h) | 00 hours 14 minutes |
Gas Consumption
A car with a fuel efficiency of 8.3 l/100 km will need 2.54 liters (0.67 gallon) of gas to cover the route between Plainfield and Newark.
The estimated cost of gas to go from Plainfield to Newark is $2.3 (diesel $3.01).
New Jersey gas prices.
| Gasoline | Mid Grade | Premium | Diesel | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gallon | $3.42 | $4.04 | $4.31 | $4.49 |
| Total | $2.3 | $2.71 | $2.89 | $3.01 |
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 April 23, 2024.
How did we calculate the distance?
The place names are translated into coordinates to approximate the distance between Plainfield and Newark (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 Plainfield 81.34 miles (131 km)
Driving distance from South Vineland, NJ to Plainfield 110.45 miles (178 km)
Driving distance from Elizabethport, NJ to Plainfield 19.67 miles (32 km)
