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

The cheapest way to get from Flushing to Hempstead is to drive which costs $2 - $4 and takes 18 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Flushing to Hempstead is to taxi which takes 18 min and costs $120 - $150.

Is there a direct bus between Flushing and Hempstead?

No, there is no direct bus from Flushing to Hempstead. However, there are services departing from Kissena Blvd/Franklin Av and arriving at Hilton Av / Fulton via 178 St / Hillside. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 40m.

Is there a direct train between Flushing and Hempstead?

No, there is no direct train from Flushing to Hempstead. However, there are services departing from Murray Hill and arriving at Mineola via Woodside. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 55 min.

How far is it from Flushing to Hempstead?

The distance between Flushing and Hempstead is 21 miles. The road distance is 12.8 miles.

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

The best way to get from Flushing to Hempstead without a car is to train which takes 55 min and costs $6 - $15.

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

It takes approximately 55 min to get from Flushing to Hempstead, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Flushing to Hempstead bus from?

Flushing to Hempstead bus services, operated by MTA Bus Company, depart from Kissena Blvd/Franklin Av station.

Where do I catch the Flushing to Hempstead train from?

Flushing to Hempstead train services, operated by Long Island Rail Road, depart from Murray Hill station.

Train or bus from Flushing to Hempstead?

The best way to get from Flushing to Hempstead is to train which takes 55 min and costs $6 - $15. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $5 - $10 and takes 1h 40m.

Where does the Flushing to Hempstead bus arrive?

Flushing to Hempstead bus services, operated by MTA Bus Company, arrive at Hillside Av/179 St station.

Where does the Flushing to Hempstead train arrive?

Flushing to Hempstead train services, operated by Long Island Rail Road, arrive at Woodside station.

Can I drive from Flushing to Hempstead?

Yes, the driving distance between Flushing to Hempstead is 13 miles. It takes approximately 18 min to drive from Flushing to Hempstead.

Where can I stay near Hempstead?

There are 630+ hotels available in Hempstead.

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

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

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 Murray Hill to Woodsidetrain Port Washington Branch
2. Take the train from Woodside to Mineolatrain Ronkonkoma Branch / ...
55 min
$6–15
Drive 12.7 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Flushing to Hempsteadcar 12.7 mi
18 min
$3–4
Bus
1. Take the bus from Kissena Blvd/Franklin Av to Hillside Av/179 Stbus Q17
2. Take the bus from 178 St / Hillside to Hilton Av / Fultonbus n6 / ...
1h 40m
$6–10
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Flushing to Hempsteadtaxi 12.7 mi
18 min
$120–150
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Sanford Av/147 St to Sutphin Blvd/94 Avbus Q65
2. Take the train from Jamaica to Hempsteadtrain Hempstead Branch
1h 51m
$7–16

Flushing to Hempstead by train

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Map of how to get from Flushing to Hempstead.

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Distance: 20.6 mi
Duration: 55 min

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

You can take a train from Murray Hill to Mineola via Woodside in around 55 min. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Kissena Blvd/Franklin Av to Hilton Av / Fulton via Hillside Av/179 St and 178 St / Hillside in around 1h 40m.

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