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Princeton to Hempstead trains

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The average train between Princeton and Hempstead takes 2h 41m and the fastest train takes 2h 9m. The train service runs several times per day from Princeton 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.

2h 41m
Duration
72 mi
Distance
$31
Average price
5 times a day
Frequency

Princeton to Hempstead train times

Trains run 5 times a day between Princeton and Hempstead. The earliest departure is at 12:44 AM at night, and the last departure from Princeton is at 11:18 PM which arrives into Hempstead at 2:15 AM. All services require a transfer at Princeton Jct. and take an average of 2h 41m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Friday, November 6, 2026

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    NJ TransitNJ TransitLong Island Rail Road3h 22m • 2 changes
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    Arrives next day

    NJ TransitNJ TransitLong Island Rail Road3h 3m • 2 changes
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    Arrives next day

    NJ TransitNJ TransitLong Island Rail Road3h 14m • 2 changes

Departing Saturday, November 7, 2026

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    NJ TransitNJ TransitLong Island Rail Road2h 42m • 2 changes
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    NJ TransitNJ TransitLong Island Rail Road5h 48m • 2 changes
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    NJ TransitNJ TransitLong Island Rail Road2h 34m • 2 changes
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    NJ TransitNJ TransitLong Island Rail Road2h 33m • 2 changes
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Departing Sunday, November 8, 2026

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    NJ TransitNJ TransitLong Island Rail Road2h 52m • 2 changes
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    NJ TransitNJ TransitLong Island Rail Road2h 34m • 2 changes
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    NJ TransitNJ TransitLong Island Rail Road2h 33m • 2 changes
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    NJ TransitNJ TransitLong Island Rail Road2h 9m • 2 changes
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Frequently asked questions

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Map of how to get from Princeton to Hempstead.ExpandLaunch map view
  • Distance: 71.5 mi
  • Duration: 2h 41m

What companies run services between Princeton, NJ, USA and Hempstead, NY, USA?

You can take a train from Princeton to Mineola via Princeton Jct. and New York Penn Station in around 2h 30m.

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