The average train between Princeton Junction and Hempstead takes 2h 10m and the fastest train takes 1h 53m. The train service runs several times per day from Princeton Junction 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 every 3 hours between Princeton Junction and Hempstead. The earliest departure is at 12:55 AM at night, and the last departure from Princeton Junction is at 11:36 PM which arrives into Hempstead at 1:46 AM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 2h 10m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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2h 8m • 1 changeWant to know about travelling from Princeton Junction 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 Princeton Junction to Hempstead. However, there are services departing from Princeton Jct. station and arriving at Mineola station via New York Penn Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 10m.
Princeton Junction to Hempstead train services, operated by NJ Transit, depart from Princeton Jct. station.
Princeton Junction to Hempstead train services, operated by Long Island Rail Road, arrive at Mineola station.
The distance between Princeton Junction and Hempstead is 95 km. The road distance is 111 km.
You can take a train from Princeton Jct. to Mineola via New York Penn Station in around 2h 9m.