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

The cheapest way to get from Harlem to Hempstead is to drive which costs $4 - $6 and takes 33 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Harlem to Hempstead is to drive which takes 33 min and costs $4 - $6.

Is there a direct bus between Harlem and Hempstead?

No, there is no direct bus from Harlem to Hempstead. However, there are services departing from 27 Av/2 St and arriving at Hilton Av / Fulton via Main St/38 Av and 178 St / Hillside. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 22m.

Is there a direct train between Harlem and Hempstead?

No, there is no direct train from Harlem to Hempstead. However, there are services departing from 125th Street - Harlem and arriving at Hempstead via Grand Central Terminal. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 25m.

How far is it from Harlem to Hempstead?

The distance between Harlem and Hempstead is 26 miles. The road distance is 22 miles.

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

The best way to get from Harlem to Hempstead without a car is to train which takes 1h 25m and costs $13 - $26.

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

It takes approximately 1h 25m to get from Harlem to Hempstead, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Harlem to Hempstead bus from?

Harlem to Hempstead bus services, operated by MTA Bus Company, depart from 27 Av/2 St station.

Where do I catch the Harlem to Hempstead train from?

Harlem to Hempstead train services, operated by Long Island Rail Road, depart from Grand Central Terminal station.

Train or bus from Harlem to Hempstead?

The best way to get from Harlem to Hempstead is to train which takes 1h 25m and costs $13 - $26. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $7 - $17 and takes 2h 22m.

Where does the Harlem to Hempstead bus arrive?

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

Where does the Harlem to Hempstead train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Harlem to Hempstead?

Yes, the driving distance between Harlem to Hempstead is 22 miles. It takes approximately 33 min to drive from Harlem to Hempstead.

Where can I stay near Hempstead?

There are 303+ hotels available in Hempstead.

Harlem to Hempstead - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and taxi

There are 4 ways to get from Harlem to Hempstead by train, 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 Grand Central Terminal to Hempsteadtrain Hempstead Branch
1h 25m
$13–25
Drive 21.9 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Harlem to Hempsteadcar 21.9 mi
33 min
$4–6
Bus
1. Take the bus from 27 Av/2 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 22m
$8–17
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Harlem to Hempsteadtaxi 21.9 mi
33 min
$200–240

Harlem to Hempstead by train

274Weekly Trains

1h 25mAverage Duration

$13Cheapest Price

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Distance: 25.5 mi
Duration: 1h 25m

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

Long Island Rail Road operates a train from Grand Central Terminal to Hempstead every 30 minutes. Tickets cost $7–15 and the journey takes 54 min. Alternatively, you can take a bus from 27 Av/2 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 22m.

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