What is the cheapest way to get from Hempstead to Jackson Heights?

The cheapest way to get from Hempstead to Jackson Heights is to drive which costs $3 - $5 and takes 24 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Hempstead to Jackson Heights?

The fastest way to get from Hempstead to Jackson Heights is to train which takes 23 min and costs $5 - $12.

Is there a direct bus between Hempstead and Jackson Heights?

No, there is no direct bus from Hempstead to Jackson Heights. However, there are services departing from Terrace Av / Fulton and arriving at Northern Blvd/82 St via Hillside Av/178 St and Roosevelt Av/Main St. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 2m.

Is there a direct train between Hempstead and Jackson Heights?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Mineola and arriving at Woodside. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 23 min.

How far is it from Hempstead to Jackson Heights?

The distance between Hempstead and Jackson Heights is 15 miles. The road distance is 17 miles.

How do I travel from Hempstead to Jackson Heights without a car?

The best way to get from Hempstead to Jackson Heights without a car is to train which takes 23 min and costs $5 - $12.

How long does it take to get from Hempstead to Jackson Heights?

The train from Mineola to Woodside takes 23 min including transfers and departs hourly.

Where do I catch the Hempstead to Jackson Heights bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Hempstead to Jackson Heights train from?

Hempstead to Jackson Heights train services, operated by Long Island Rail Road, depart from Mineola station.

Train or bus from Hempstead to Jackson Heights?

The best way to get from Hempstead to Jackson Heights is to train which takes 23 min and costs $5 - $12. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $6 - $17 and takes 2h 2m.

Where does the Hempstead to Jackson Heights bus arrive?

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

Where does the Hempstead to Jackson Heights train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Hempstead to Jackson Heights?

Yes, the driving distance between Hempstead to Jackson Heights is 17 miles. It takes approximately 24 min to drive from Hempstead to Jackson Heights.

Where can I stay near Jackson Heights?

There are 3409+ hotels available in Jackson Heights.

Hempstead to Jackson Heights - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, subway

There are 5 ways to get from Hempstead to Jackson Heights by train, bus, subway, 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 Mineola to Woodsidetrain Ronkonkoma Branch / ...
23 min
$5–12
Drive 16.9 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Hempstead to Jackson Heightscar 16.9 mi
24 min
$4–5
Bus, subway
1. Take the bus from Terrace Av / Fulton to 179 St / Hillsidebus n6 / ...
2. Take the subway from Jamaica-179 St to Jackson Hts-Roosevelt Avsubway F / ...
1h 15m
$6
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Hempstead to Jackson Heightstaxi 16.9 mi
24 min
$150–190
Bus
1. Take the bus from Terrace Av / Fulton to 179 St / Hillsidebus n6 / ...
2. Take the bus from Hillside Av/178 St to 39 Av/Main Stbus Q17
2h 2m
$7–17

Hempstead to Jackson Heights by train

217Weekly Trains

23 minAverage Duration

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Distance: 15.3 mi
Duration: 23 min

What companies run services between Hempstead, NY, USA and Jackson Heights, NY, USA?

Long Island Rail Road operates a train from Mineola to Woodside hourly. Tickets cost $5–12 and the journey takes 23 min. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Terrace Av / Fulton to Northern Blvd/82 St via Hillside Av/178 St, 39 Av/Main St, and Roosevelt Av/Main St in around 2h 2m.

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