Origin
Irvington, NJ
Morning in Irvington on Sunday
Local time
7:51 AM
EDT
Current temp
61°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Irvington, NJ to Clifton, NJ
Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 19, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
19m
Distance
11.5 mi
19 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$2
one way
EV Charging
Good
8 stations
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 18m
★
6 AM
0h 20m
8 AM
0h 23m
10 AM
0h 21m
12 PM
0h 20m
3 PM
0h 21m
5 PM
0h 23m
8 PM
0h 19m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Irvington, NJ
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Clifton, NJ
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Trip Overview
This quick 11.5-mile drive from Irvington, NJ, to Clifton, NJ, is easily manageable in about 19 minutes, making it perfect for a single-day excursion. With a modest fuel cost of around $2, it’s an economical option for local travel within the Northeast region. The route primarily utilizes the Garden State Parkway, offering a straightforward journey. Given its short distance and duration, this trip doesn't require an overnight stay, allowing for a flexible schedule and plenty of time for activities at your destination.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Garden State Parkway | 6.1 mi | 8m |
| Allwood Road | 1 mi | 1m |
| 18th Avenue | 0.6 mi | 1m |
| Stuyvesant Avenue | 0.5 mi | 1m |
| Clifton Avenue | 0.5 mi | 1m |
| West Passaic Avenue | 0.5 mi | <1m |
| East Passaic Avenue | 0.4 mi | <1m |
| Bloomfield Avenue | 0.4 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
Garden State Parkway
— 6.1 mi, about 8m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Irvington, NJ and Clifton, NJ.
1
Start on CR 619
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
Stuyvesant Avenue
2
Turn right onto 18th Avenue
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
18th Avenue
3
Turn left onto Myrtle Avenue
0.3 mi
·
44 sec
·
Myrtle Avenue
4
Continue on South Devine Street
0.2 mi
·
17 sec
·
South Devine Street
Use the right lane.
5
At end of road, turn right onto 14th Avenue
139 ft
·
4 sec
·
14th Avenue
Use the right lane.
6
Take the ramp
0.2 mi
·
20 sec
Toward GSP Toll North
7
Merge onto GSP
6.1 mi
·
8 min
·
Garden State Parkway
8
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
21 sec
Exit 151
Toward Montclair, Nutley
Use the slight right lane.
9
Turn right onto CR 655
483 ft
·
15 sec
·
Watchung Avenue
10
At end of road, turn left onto CR 652
0.4 mi
·
45 sec
·
East Passaic Avenue
11
Turn right onto CR 622
0.5 mi
·
52 sec
·
West Passaic Avenue
12
Turn left onto CR 622
411 ft
·
7 sec
·
Darling Avenue
Use the left lane.
13
Continue on CR 622
0.4 mi
·
37 sec
·
Bloomfield Avenue
Use the straight / right lanes.
14
Enter roundabout onto CR 602
261 ft
·
4 sec
·
Allwood Road
15
Continue on CR 602
1.0 mi
·
1 min
·
Allwood Road
16
Turn right onto NJ 161
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
Clifton Avenue
17
Turn right onto Olga B Terrace
174 ft
·
9 sec
·
Olga B Terrace
18
Turn right onto Hutton Road
39 ft
·
6 sec
·
Hutton Road
19
Turn left onto Olga B Terrace
441 ft
·
25 sec
·
Olga B Terrace
20
Turn left onto Donna Drive
0.1 mi
·
33 sec
·
Donna Drive
21
Turn right onto Holly Street
516 ft
·
22 sec
·
Holly Street
22
Arrive at destination
Holly Street
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 165 decision points cluster between mile 1.7 and 11.2 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
7
1.7 mi into trip
|
~3m in
|
14th Avenue
At end of road, turn right onto 14th Avenue
Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
5
1.7 mi into trip
|
~3m in
Take the ramp toward GSP Toll North
Navigation decision point
Toward GSP Toll North
8
8 mi into trip
|
~12m 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
5
9.2 mi into trip
|
~14m in
|
CR 622 / Darling Avenue
Turn left onto CR 622 / Darling Avenue
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
5
11.2 mi into trip
|
~18m in
|
Hutton Road
Turn right onto Hutton Road
Navigation decision point
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$1.91 one way
$3.81 round trip
$4.21/gal
25.4 MPG avg
4 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.61 | $2.09 | $4.18 |
| premium | $4.93 | $2.23 | $4.46 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $2.54 | $5.08 |
Estimated Tolls: $0.37
Garden State Parkway
(6.1 mi)
$0.37
Toll estimates based on average 2024-2025 rates. EZ-Pass/SunPass discounts may lower the actual cost.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$2
Tolls
$0
Total
$2
Estimated CO2 emission: 4 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $1 in charging · 0 stops · 75% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 3.4 | 0 | $1.21 | $0.55 |
| Efficient EV | 2.9 | 0 | $1.01 | $0.46 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 4.6 | 0 | $1.61 | $0.74 |
Gas CO2
4 kg
EV CO2
1 kg (75% 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.
Destination
Clifton, NJ
Morning in Clifton on Sunday
Local time
7:51 AM
EDT
Current temp
69°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
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
8 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
19m on the road
Use the two city cards together: check the sky where you start, then compare it with the local time and temperature at arrival.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
What kind of drive is this?
The drive presents a mixed profile, with 53% of the journey on highways. You'll experience a 6.1-mile stretch on the Garden State Parkway, providing a consistent, faster-paced segment. This highway portion transitions into local roads like Allwood Road and 18th Avenue as you approach Clifton. Expect a dynamic driving experience that blends efficient highway travel with more localized road navigation, offering a varied feel behind the wheel.
53% highway, the rest on surface roads — varied driving throughout.
22 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 6.1 mi on Garden State Parkway.
How Hard Is This Drive?
5/10
This route mixes highway mileage with some local-road sections near the start or finish. You will hit about 16 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 1.7 miles in near 14th Avenue.
Driving Effort
5/10
Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 11.5 miles you will encounter 16 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 1.7 miles (14th Avenue): Lane positioning matters here; at 1.7 miles: Navigation decision point; at 8 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.
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Between Irvington, NJ and Clifton, NJ, road signs point toward Gsp Toll North, Montclair and Nutley.
Gsp Toll North
1.7 mi in
|
~3m
Montclair
8 mi in
|
~12m
Nutley
8 mi in
|
~12m
About the Cities
Arriving in Clifton, NJ
Full guide →Clifton is a city in Passaic County, New Jersey.
City content from Wikivoyage (CC BY-SA 4.0) and Wikidata (CC0).
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 19m. Total distance: 11.5 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
19m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (53%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Scenic Drive
Mixed highway & surface route profile with national parks nearby.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 6.1 miles on Garden State Parkway. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
Expect about $0.37 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.
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 1.7 miles (14th Avenue): Lane positioning matters here; at 1.7 miles: Navigation decision point; at 8 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Yes — Thomas Edison National Historical Park, Paterson Great Falls National Historical Park and Morristown National Historical Park (4 total within detour distance). See the National Parks section for detour distances and tips on detours.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Clifton, NJ before heading back.
How this page is built
Compiled by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy from open government datasets — OSRM over OpenStreetMap for geometry, EIA for fuel prices, and NPS for national parks. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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