What is the cheapest way to get from Astoria to Hempstead?

The cheapest way to get from Astoria to Hempstead is to drive which costs $3 - $5 and takes 29 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Astoria to Hempstead?

The fastest way to get from Astoria to Hempstead is to train which takes 27 min and costs $5 - $12.

Is there a direct bus between Astoria and Hempstead?

No, there is no direct bus from Astoria to Hempstead. However, there are services departing from Astoria Blvd/14 St and arriving at Hilton Av / Fulton via Main St/38 Av and 178 St / Hillside. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 18m.

Is there a direct train between Astoria and Hempstead?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Woodside and arriving at Mineola. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 27 min.

How far is it from Astoria to Hempstead?

The distance between Astoria and Hempstead is 15 miles. The road distance is 19 miles.

How do I travel from Astoria to Hempstead without a car?

The best way to get from Astoria to Hempstead without a car is to train which takes 27 min and costs $5 - $12.

How long does it take to get from Astoria to Hempstead?

The train from Woodside to Mineola takes 27 min including transfers and departs hourly.

Where do I catch the Astoria to Hempstead bus from?

Astoria to Hempstead bus services, operated by MTA Bus Company, depart from Astoria Blvd/14 St station.

Where do I catch the Astoria to Hempstead train from?

Astoria to Hempstead train services, operated by Long Island Rail Road, depart from Woodside station.

Train or bus from Astoria to Hempstead?

The best way to get from Astoria to Hempstead is to train which takes 27 min and costs $5 - $12. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $7 - $17 and takes 2h 18m.

Where does the Astoria to Hempstead bus arrive?

Astoria to Hempstead bus services, operated by MTA Bus Company, arrive at 39 Av/Main St station.

Where does the Astoria to Hempstead train arrive?

Astoria to Hempstead train services, operated by Long Island Rail Road, arrive at Mineola station.

Can I drive from Astoria to Hempstead?

Yes, the driving distance between Astoria to Hempstead is 19 miles. It takes approximately 29 min to drive from Astoria to Hempstead.

Where can I stay near Hempstead?

There are 354+ hotels available in Hempstead.

Astoria to Hempstead - 5 ways to travel via train, subway, bus, car, and taxi

There are 5 ways to get from Astoria to Hempstead by train, subway, bus, car, or taxi

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Train
best
1. Take the train from Woodside to Mineolatrain Port Jefferson Branch / ...
27 min
$5–12
Drive 18.9 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Astoria to Hempsteadcar 18.9 mi
29 min
$4–5
Subway, bus
1. Take the subway from Queens Plaza to Jamaica-179 Stsubway F / ...
2. Take the bus from 178 St / Hillside to (arr.) Hemp TC / Eastbus n6 / ...
1h 34m
$6
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Astoria to Hempsteadtaxi 18.9 mi
29 min
$170–210
Bus
1. Take the bus from Astoria Blvd/14 St to 39 Av/Main Stbus Q19
2. Take the bus from Main St/38 Av to Hillside Av/179 Stbus Q17
3. Take the bus from 178 St / Hillside to Hilton Av / Fultonbus n6 / ...
2h 18m
$8–17

Astoria to Hempstead by train

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Distance: 15.3 mi
Duration: 27 min

What companies run services between Astoria, NY, USA and Hempstead, NY, USA?

Long Island Rail Road operates a train from Woodside to Mineola hourly. Tickets cost $5–12 and the journey takes 27 min. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Astoria Blvd/14 St to Hilton Av / Fulton via 39 Av/Main St, Main St/38 Av, Hillside Av/179 St, and 178 St / Hillside in around 2h 18m.

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