If you are planning a trip from Cinnaminson to Clifton, expect a straightforward journey covering 83.6 miles across New Jersey. With a travel time of approximately 1 hour and 53 minutes, this route is perfectly suited for a single-day excursion, meaning you won’t need to worry about overnight accommodations. Budgeting around $14 for fuel should cover your transit costs comfortably. Since both cities are located within the Northeast, you will remain in a familiar regional environment throughout the drive. This highway-focused path is designed for efficiency, prioritizing speed over scenic detours to get you to your destination as reliably as possible.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Midpoint
41.8 miles from Cinnaminson, NJ
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 55m into the drive
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Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
I 95
39.8 mi
45m
Garden State Parkway
22.2 mi
30m
Burlington Pike
12.9 mi
21m
New Jersey Turnpike Pennsylvania Extension
2.6 mi
2m
Allwood Road
1 mi
1m
Clifton Avenue
0.5 mi
1m
West Passaic Avenue
0.5 mi
<1m
East Passaic Avenue
0.4 mi
<1m
Longest stretch:
I 95
— 39.8 mi, about 45m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Cinnaminson, NJ and Clifton, NJ.
1
Start on US 130
8.2 mi·13 min·Burlington Pike
2
Continue on US 130; CR 543
0.3 mi·27 sec·Washington Avenue
3
Continue on US 130; CR 543
4.7 mi·8 min·Burlington Pike
4
Take the exit
0.3 mi·43 sec
Toward I 95 Toll, NJTP Toll: New Jersey Turnpike
5
Keep slight left at fork
0.7 mi·1 min
Toward I 95 North, NJTP North: New York City, Camden
6
Merge onto I 95
2.6 mi·2 min·New Jersey Turnpike Pennsylvania Extension
7
Keep slight left at fork onto I 95
40 mi·45 min·I 95
Use the slight left / slight right lanes.
8
Take the exit
0.5 mi·1 min
Exit 11Toward GSP, US 9: Garden State Parkway, WoodbridgeUse the slight right lane.
9
Keep slight right at fork
0.7 mi·1 min
Toward GSP North: Garden State ParkwayUse the slight right lane.
10
Merge onto GSP
22 mi·30 min·Garden State Parkway
Use the straight lane.
11
Take the exit
0.2 mi·21 sec
Exit 151Toward Montclair, NutleyUse the slight right lane.
12
Turn right onto CR 655
483 ft·15 sec·Watchung Avenue
13
At end of road, turn left onto CR 652
0.4 mi·45 sec·East Passaic Avenue
14
Turn right onto CR 622
0.5 mi·52 sec·West Passaic Avenue
15
Turn left onto CR 622
411 ft·7 sec·Darling Avenue
Use the left lane.
16
Continue on CR 622
0.4 mi·37 sec·Bloomfield Avenue
Use the straight / right lanes.
17
Enter roundabout onto CR 602
261 ft·4 sec·Allwood Road
18
Continue on CR 602
1.0 mi·1 min·Allwood Road
19
Turn right onto NJ 161
0.5 mi·1 min·Clifton Avenue
20
Turn right onto Olga B Terrace
174 ft·9 sec·Olga B Terrace
21
Turn right onto Hutton Road
39 ft·6 sec·Hutton Road
22
Turn left onto Olga B Terrace
441 ft·25 sec·Olga B Terrace
23
Turn left onto Donna Drive
0.1 mi·33 sec·Donna Drive
24
Turn right onto Holly Street
516 ft·22 sec·Holly Street
25
Arrive at destination
Holly Street
Trip Plan
Because this 1 hour and 53-minute trip involves significant highway time, your best bet is to avoid peak commuting hours to minimize stress behind the wheel. Since there are zero scheduled stops in this route plan, ensure your vehicle is fueled up before you leave to keep your $14 budget on track. Flexibility is your biggest advantage here, as the relatively short distance allows you to easily adjust your departure time to beat congestion. Keep a close eye on traffic reports for the I-95 portion, as that 39.8-mile stretch is the primary bottleneck for your arrival time. Planning your departure for a mid-morning or early afternoon window will provide the smoothest experience on these busy New Jersey thoroughfares.
Morning Departure
Leave by 9 AM and you'll arrive before lunch.
Evening Departure
Even a 4 PM departure gets you there before dark in summer.
You can normally do this drive in one day.
You may only need one short stretch break if traffic stays light.
The halfway point lands around 41.8 miles from Cinnaminson, NJ, or about 55m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 39.8 miles.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
Departure
Before you leave
Start with fuel, water, and navigation already sorted so the first hour feels easy.
First stop
Around 18 miles or 28m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 41.8 miles or 55m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 1h 33m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Clifton, NJ than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Cinnaminson, NJ so your first major turns are already loaded.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Cinnaminson, NJ
This is one driving day of about 83.6 miles and 1h 53m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 18 miles from Cinnaminson, NJ.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
The longest stretch is on I 95 for about 39.8 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Place data sourced from public business listings. Hours and availability may vary.
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 18
5 decision points cluster between mile 13.5 and 80 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
6
13.5 mi into trip|~22m in
Keep slight left at fork toward I 95 North, NJTP North: New York City, Camden
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward I 95 North, NJTP North: New York City, C...
6
16.8 mi into trip|~27m in|I 95
Keep slight left at fork onto I 95
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight left / slight right lanes.
8
56.6 mi into trip|~1h 12m in
Take the exit toward GSP, US 9: Garden State Parkway, Woodbridge
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 11
Toward GSP, US 9: Garden State Parkway, Woodbri...
7
57.1 mi into trip|~1h 14m in
Keep slight right at fork toward GSP North: Garden State Parkway
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight right lane.
Toward GSP North: Garden State Parkway
8
80 mi into trip|~1h 46m in
Take the exit toward Montclair, Nutley
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 151
Toward Montclair, Nutley
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$13.86 one way
$27.72 round trip
$4.21/gal25.4 MPG avg29 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.61
$15.18
$30.36
premium
$4.93
$16.21
$32.43
diesel
$5.61
$18.46
$36.92
Estimated Tolls: $1.70
Garden State Parkway
(22.2 mi)$1.33
New Jersey Turnpike
(2.6 mi)$0.37
Toll estimates based on average 2024-2025 rates. EZ-Pass/SunPass discounts may lower the actual cost.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$14
Tolls
$2
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$41–$66
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 29.3 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $9 in charging
· 0 stops
· 66% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
25.1
0
$8.78
$4.01
Efficient EV
20.9
0
$7.31
$3.34
EV Truck/SUV
33.4
0
$11.70
$5.35
Gas CO2
29 kg
EV CO2
10 kg (66% less)
This trip is well within single-charge range for most EVs. No charging stops needed if you start fully charged.
DC fast charging avg $0.35/kWh. Home charging avg $0.16/kWh. US grid CO2: 0.39 kg/kWh.
Travel Intel
Current conditions at both ends of the drive.
Forecast as of Apr 16, 2026
Origin
Cinnaminson, NJ
Morning
in Cinnaminson on Sunday
Local time
10:52 AM
EDT
Current temp
64°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Destination
Clifton, NJ
Morning
in Clifton on Sunday
Local time
10:52 AM
EDT
Current temp
90°F
Mostly Sunny
SW 3 to 12 mph4% chanceLive forecast
Seasonal Notes
Summer travel usually means heavier construction, hotter rest stops, and busier weekend traffic around major cities.
Winter travel shortens daylight, so a route that looks manageable on paper can feel much longer after dark.
Holiday weekends tend to make both departure and arrival windows slower than the raw route time suggests.
Time zone
Same local time
Origin and destination are on the same clock, so arrival timing is easier to judge at a glance.
Temperature spread
26 degrees warmer at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
1h 53m on the road
The weather snapshot is not static. If you are leaving later, give both cities one more quick forecast check before departure.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
More Details
What kind of drive is this?
This drive is defined by its heavy reliance on major transit corridors, with 77% of the trip spent on highways. You will spend the bulk of your time navigating I-95 and the Garden State Parkway, punctuated by segments on the Burlington Pike. The longest uninterrupted stretch you will encounter is a 39.8-mile run on I-95, which requires steady focus during peak traffic hours. Because this is a highway-focused drive, the experience is more about consistent movement than technical maneuvering on local backroads. Expect a consistent, high-speed pace that shifts from suburban connectors to major arterial interstate travel as you head north.
77% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
25 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 39.8 mi on I 95.
How Hard Is This Drive?
10/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 95 and Garden State Parkway. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 13.5 miles in.
Driving Effort10/10
Demanding - stay alert through the decision-heavy sections
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 83.6 miles you will encounter 18 spots where lane choice or exit timing matters. Not difficult for experienced highway drivers, but worth previewing the tricky sections before you go.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 13.5 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 16.8 miles (I 95): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 56.6 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Between Cinnaminson, NJ and Clifton, NJ, road signs point toward Njtp Toll: New Jersey Turnpike, Njtp North: New York City, Camden, Gsp and Woodbridge.
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 53m. Total distance: 83.6 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 53m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (77%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 39.8 miles on I 95. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
Expect about $1.70 in tolls one way, starting with Garden State Parkway. Most Northeast and Midwest toll agencies accept E-ZPass; in the West and Texas, transponders like TxTag or FasTrak apply. If you do not have a transponder, cashless tolling plates will mail a bill to the vehicle's registered address — usually with a surcharge, so a rental-car toll pass is often cheaper than paying by mail.
It helps. This route has a higher-than-average number of complex decision points, which get harder in the dark. If the last hour of the trip is on surface roads or mountain grades, aim to arrive at Clifton, NJ before sunset when you can. Check the Trip Plan for departure windows that land you in daylight.
Yes. At under 2 hours behind the wheel, this works well for families — plan one quick stop if you have younger kids.
The main spots that need attention: at 13.5 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 16.8 miles (I 95): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 56.6 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Clifton, NJ before heading back.
