Cities Near Plainfield
Cities near Plainfield, New Jersey: 10 notable destinations within day-trip and weekend range, including Edison, Union, Perth Amboy. Compare distance, drive time and flight time, with day-trip and getaway ideas.
The closest notable city to Plainfield, New Jersey is Edison, about 8 mi (13 km) away — roughly 27 min by road. Below, 10 nearby cities are ranked by distance, with real drive and flight estimates and whether each works best as a day trip or an overnight getaway.
| City | Distance | Drive | Flight | Best for |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Edison | 8 mi / 13 km | 27 min | Drive/rail | Day trip |
| Union | 9 mi / 14 km | 30 min | Drive/rail | Day trip |
| Perth Amboy | 12 mi / 19 km | 39 min | Drive/rail | Day trip |
| Staten Island | 15 mi / 24 km | 29 min | Drive/rail | Day trip |
| Parsippany | 16 mi / 25 km | 30 min | Drive/rail | Day trip |
| Bayonne | 16 mi / 25 km | 30 min | Drive/rail | Day trip |
| Clifton | 20 mi / 32 km | 39 min | Drive/rail | Day trip |
| Wayne | 21 mi / 34 km | 41 min | Drive/rail | Day trip |
| Bensonhurst | 22 mi / 35 km | 42 min | Drive/rail | Day trip |
| Union City | 22 mi / 36 km | 43 min | Drive/rail | Day trip |
Day trips from Plainfield
Within about 100 miles and easy to visit in a day: Edison, Union, Perth Amboy, Staten Island, Parsippany. These are close enough to go and return without an overnight stay.
Getting around
Nearby cities are usually quickest by car or train; for the longer hops a regional flight can save time. Tap any city above for its full distance, driving-time and flight-time breakdown, or plan a specific route with the tools below.
Frequently asked questions
Notable cities near Plainfield include Edison, Union, Perth Amboy, Staten Island, Parsippany. The closest is Edison, about 8 miles (13 km) away. The table above lists each with its distance, drive time and best use.