How to get from Manhattan to Clifton by bus and subway?

From Manhattan to Clifton by bus and subway

To get from Manhattan to Clifton in New York - New Jersey, take the A subway from Chambers St station to 42 St-Port Authority Bus Terminal station. Next, take the 191 bus from Port Authority Bus Terminal station to Bloomfield Ave at Allwood Rd station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 48 min. The bus and subway schedule from Manhattan may change. We recommend you check the updated bus and subway schedule to Clifton on the Moovit app.

48min
Walk to subway station
Subway - A
Bus - 191191
Walk to Clifton
Leaves from Chambers St

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to subway station
    Walk to subway station
    Chambers St
    60 yd • 1 min
  • 2
    Subway - A
    Wait for subway
    A
    168 St
  • 3
    Ride to subway station
    Ride to subway station
    42 St-Port Authority Bus Terminal
    12 min
  • 4
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Port Authority Bus Terminal
    ID 26229
    30 yd • 1 min
  • 5
    Bus - 191191
    Wait for bus
    191
    Little Falls Willowbrook Via Montclair Hts
  • 6
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Bloomfield Ave at Allwood Rd
    ID 26657
    25 min
  • 7
    Walk to Clifton
    Walk to
    Clifton
    110 yd • 2 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Alternative route from Manhattan to Clifton by bus and subway via 2 and 191

To get from Manhattan to Clifton in New York - New Jersey, take the 2 subway from Park Place station to Times Sq-42 St station. Next, take the 191 bus from Port Authority Bus Terminal station to Bloomfield Ave at Allwood Rd station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 50 min. The bus and subway schedule from Manhattan may change. We recommend you check the updated bus and subway schedule to Clifton on the Moovit app.

50min
Walk to subway station
Subway - 2
Bus - 191191
Walk to Clifton
Leaves from Park Place

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to subway station
    Walk to subway station
    Park Place
    60 yd • 1 min
  • 2
    Subway - 2
    Wait for subway
    2
    Wakefield-241 St
  • 3
    Ride to subway station
    Ride to subway station
    Times Sq-42 St
    10 min
  • 4
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Port Authority Bus Terminal
    ID 26229
    30 yd • 1 min
  • 5
    Bus - 191191
    Wait for bus
    191
    Little Falls Willowbrook Via Montclair Hts
  • 6
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Bloomfield Ave at Allwood Rd
    ID 26657
    25 min
  • 7
    Walk to Clifton
    Walk to
    Clifton
    110 yd • 2 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transit directions from Manhattan to Clifton

The distance between Manhattan, New York - New Jersey and Clifton, New York - New Jersey is approximately 14.21 mi, which can typically be travelled in 48 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Manhattan to Clifton by bus and subway, so no matter how you choose to travel in New York - New Jersey – you will always have plenty of easy options.

Bus And Subway schedule from Manhattan to Clifton

To check the bus and subway schedule from Manhattan to Clifton using the Moovit app, first download and open the app on your smartphone. Enter your starting point (Manhattan) and destination (Clifton), then select the desired date and time of travel. Moovit will show all available bus and subway routes, estimated travel times, and any required transfers. You can view detailed departure and arrival times for each bus and subway, as well as real-time updates for delays or changes. Use this information to plan your trip and stay up to date with the latest bus and subway schedules.

Related Routes

Alternative route from Manhattan to Clifton by bus and subway via 2 and 191

To get from Manhattan to Clifton in New York - New Jersey, take the 2 subway from Park Place station to Times Sq-42 St station. Next, take the 191 bus from Port Authority Bus Terminal station to Bloomfield Ave at Allwood Rd station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 50 min. The bus and subway schedule from Manhattan may change. We recommend you check the updated bus and subway schedule to Clifton on the Moovit app.

50min
Walk to subway station
Subway - 2
Bus - 191191
Walk to Clifton
Leaves from Park Place

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to subway station
    Walk to subway station
    Park Place
    60 yd • 1 min
  • 2
    Subway - 2
    Wait for subway
    2
    Wakefield-241 St
  • 3
    Ride to subway station
    Ride to subway station
    Times Sq-42 St
    10 min
  • 4
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Port Authority Bus Terminal
    ID 26229
    30 yd • 1 min
  • 5
    Bus - 191191
    Wait for bus
    191
    Little Falls Willowbrook Via Montclair Hts
  • 6
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Bloomfield Ave at Allwood Rd
    ID 26657
    25 min
  • 7
    Walk to Clifton
    Walk to
    Clifton
    110 yd • 2 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Questions & Answers

  • What is the fastest way to get from Manhattan to Clifton?

    The fastest way takes 48 minutes, using Subway line A, Bus line 191.

  • What is the alternative route to get from Manhattan to Clifton?

    The alternative route takes 50 minutes, using Subway line 2, Bus line 191.

  • Is there a direct subway between Manhattan and Clifton in New York - New Jersey?

    No, you’ll have to take one subway line and one bus line in total. The total travelling time is 48 min.

  • Which subway line goes from Manhattan to Clifton in New York - New Jersey?

    The A subway line goes from Chambers St station near Manhattan to 42 St-Port Authority Bus Terminal station. From there you’ll have to take one bus line till 42 St-Port Authority Bus Terminal station near Clifton in New York - New Jersey.

  • How long does it take to travel from Manhattan to Clifton in New York - New Jersey by subway and bus?

    The total travel time between Manhattan and Clifton in New York - New Jersey by subway and bus is about 48 min.

  • Where do I get on the subway near Manhattan to get to Clifton in New York - New Jersey?

    Get on the A subway from the Chambers St station near Manhattan in New York - New Jersey.

  • Where do I get off the subway when travelling between Manhattan and Clifton in New York - New Jersey?

    Get off the subway at the 42 St-Port Authority Bus Terminal stop, which is closest to Clifton in New York - New Jersey.

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