The average train between Newark and Hempstead takes 1h 12m and the fastest train takes 1h 4m. There is a train service every few hours from Newark 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 Newark and Hempstead. The earliest departure is at 12:27 AM at night, and the last departure from Newark is at 11:52 PM which arrives into Hempstead at 1:05 AM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 1h 12m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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1h 14m • 1 changeWant to know about travelling from Newark to Hempstead? We have put together a list of the most frequently asked questions from our users such as: What is the cheapest mode of transport? What is the quickest option? How much do tickets usually cost? and many more.
No, there is no direct train from Newark to Hempstead. However, there are services departing from Newark Penn Station and arriving at Mineola station via New York Penn Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 12m.
Newark to Hempstead train services, operated by NJ Transit, depart from Newark Penn Station.
Newark to Hempstead train services, operated by Long Island Rail Road, arrive at Mineola station.
The distance between Newark and Hempstead is 46.8 km. The road distance is 51 km.
You can take a train from Newark Penn Station to Mineola via New York Penn Station in around 1h 10m.