How far is Scotch Plains, NJ from Clifton, NJ?
Distance by Flight
Shortest distance between Scotch Plains and Clifton is 18.35 miles (29.54 km).
Flight distance from Scotch Plains, NJ to Clifton, NJ is 18.35 miles. Estimated flight time is 00 hours 02 minutes.
Driving distance
The driving distance from Scotch Plains, New Jersey to Clifton, New Jersey is: 22.26 miles (35.83 km) by car.
Driving from Scotch Plains to Clifton will take approximately 00 hours 32 minutes.
#1 Scotch Plains
Township in Union County, New Jersey, United States
| Population | 24138 |
|---|---|
| GPS Coordinates | 40°39'19"N 74°23'24"W |
| Latitude | 40.6553800 |
| Longitude | -74.3898700 |
| Altitude | 50 |
| 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 Scotch Plains and Clifton
The distance between Scotch Plains and Clifton is 36 km if you choose to drive by road. You can go 00 hours 23 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 Scotch Plains and Clifton. The current time is 01:43:00.
| Average Speed | Travel Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 00 hours 44 minutes |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 00 hours 33 minutes |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00 hours 26 minutes |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00 hours 22 minutes |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00 hours 19 minutes |
| 75 mph (120.7 km/h) | 00 hours 17 minutes |
| 80 mph (128.75 km/h) | 00 hours 16 minutes |
Gas Consumption
A car with a fuel efficiency of 8.3 l/100 km will need 2.97 liters (0.79 gallon) of gas to cover the route between Scotch Plains and Clifton.
The estimated cost of gas to go from Scotch Plains to Clifton is $2.69 (diesel $3.53).
New Jersey gas prices.
| Gasoline | Mid Grade | Premium | Diesel | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gallon | $3.42 | $4.04 | $4.31 | $4.49 |
| Total | $2.69 | $3.17 | $3.39 | $3.53 |
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 19, 2024.
How did we calculate the distance?
The place names are translated into coordinates to approximate the distance between Scotch Plains 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 Scotch Plains 84.69 miles (136 km)
Driving distance from South Vineland, NJ to Scotch Plains 113.78 miles (183 km)
Driving distance from Elizabethport, NJ to Scotch Plains 17.8 miles (29 km)
