The average train between Harlem and Hempstead takes 1h 18m and the fastest train takes 1h 7m. There is a train service every few hours from Harlem to Hempstead. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.
Trains run hourly between Harlem and Hempstead. The earliest departure is at 1:06 AM at night, and the last departure from Harlem is at 11:56 PM which arrives into Hempstead at 1:45 AM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 1h 18m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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No, there is no direct train from Harlem to Hempstead. However, there are services departing from Harlem station and arriving at Hempstead station via Hempstead. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 18m.
Harlem to Hempstead train services, operated by Metro-North Railroad (MNR), depart from Grand Central Terminal station.
Harlem to Hempstead train services, operated by Metro-North Railroad (MNR), arrive at Hempstead station.
The distance between Harlem and Hempstead is 29.7 km. The road distance is 41 km.
Long Island Rail Road operates a train from Grand Central Terminal to Hempstead hourly. Tickets cost $7–15 and the journey takes 54 min.