What is the cheapest way to get from Hempstead to Empire State Building?

The cheapest way to get from Hempstead to Empire State Building is to drive which costs $4 - $6 and takes 31 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Hempstead to Empire State Building?

The fastest way to get from Hempstead to Empire State Building is to drive which takes 31 min and costs $4 - $6.

Is there a direct bus between Hempstead and Empire State Building?

No, there is no direct bus from Hempstead to Empire State Building. However, there are services departing from Terrace Av / Fulton and arriving at W 34 St/5 Av via Hillside Av/178 St and 188 St/64 Av. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 51m.

Is there a direct train between Hempstead and Empire State Building?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Hempstead and arriving at Grand Central Terminal. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 54 min.

How far is it from Hempstead to Empire State Building?

The distance between Hempstead and Empire State Building is 22 miles. The road distance is 22 miles.

How do I travel from Hempstead to Empire State Building without a car?

The best way to get from Hempstead to Empire State Building without a car is to train which takes 1h 7m and costs $7 - $15.

How long does it take to get from Hempstead to Empire State Building?

The train from Hempstead to Grand Central Terminal takes 54 min including transfers and departs hourly.

Where do I catch the Hempstead to Empire State Building bus from?

Hempstead to Empire State Building bus services, operated by Nassau Inter-County Express, depart from Terrace Av / Fulton station.

Where do I catch the Hempstead to Empire State Building train from?

Hempstead to Empire State Building train services, operated by Long Island Rail Road, depart from Hempstead station.

Train or bus from Hempstead to Empire State Building?

The best way to get from Hempstead to Empire State Building is to train which takes 1h 7m and costs $7 - $15. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $6 - $17 and takes 2h 51m.

Where does the Hempstead to Empire State Building bus arrive?

Hempstead to Empire State Building bus services, operated by Nassau Inter-County Express, arrive at 179 St / Hillside station.

Where does the Hempstead to Empire State Building train arrive?

Hempstead to Empire State Building train services, operated by Long Island Rail Road, arrive at Grand Central Terminal station.

Can I drive from Hempstead to Empire State Building?

Yes, the driving distance between Hempstead to Empire State Building is 22 miles. It takes approximately 31 min to drive from Hempstead to Empire State Building.

Where can I stay near Empire State Building?

There are 3401+ hotels available in Empire State Building.

Hempstead to Empire State Building - 5 ways to travel via train, bus

There are 5 ways to get from Hempstead to Empire State Building by train, bus, subway, 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 Hempstead to Grand Central TerminalHempstead Branch
1h 7m
$7–15
Drive 21.9 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Hempstead to Empire State Building21.9 mi
31 min
$4–6
Bus, subway
1. Take the bus from Terrace Av / Fulton to 179 St / Hillsiden6 / ...
2. Take the subway from Jamaica-179 St to 34 St-Herald SqF / ...
1h 42m
$6
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Hempstead to Empire State Building21.9 mi
31 min
$200–240
Bus
1. Take the bus from Terrace Av / Fulton to 179 St / Hillsiden6 / ...
2. Take the bus from 188 St/64 Av to W 34 St/5 AvQm5
2h 51m
$7–17

Hempstead to Empire State Building by train and foot

136Weekly Services

1h 7mAverage Duration

$7Cheapest Price

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Distance: 22.1 mi
Duration: 1h 7m

What companies run services between Hempstead, NY, USA and Empire State Building, NY, USA?

Long Island Rail Road operates a train from Hempstead to Grand Central Terminal hourly. Tickets cost $7–15 and the journey takes 54 min. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Terrace Av / Fulton to Empire State Building via Hillside Av/178 St, 188 St/64 Av, and W 34 St/5 Av in around 2h 51m.

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