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

The cheapest way to get from Hempstead to Smithtown is to drive which costs $5 - $8 and takes 38 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Hempstead to Smithtown is to drive which takes 38 min and costs $5 - $8.

Is there a direct bus between Hempstead and Smithtown?

No, there is no direct bus from Hempstead to Smithtown. However, there are services departing from Grove St / Greenwich and arriving at W Main St/New York Ave via Amityville LIRR and Brentwood LIRR. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 12m.

Is there a direct train between Hempstead and Smithtown?

No, there is no direct train from Hempstead to Smithtown. However, there are services departing from Mineola and arriving at Smithtown via Huntington. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 34m.

How far is it from Hempstead to Smithtown?

The distance between Hempstead and Smithtown is 29 miles. The road distance is 28.2 miles.

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

The best way to get from Hempstead to Smithtown without a car is to train which takes 1h 34m and costs $7 - $19.

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

It takes approximately 1h 34m to get from Hempstead to Smithtown, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Hempstead to Smithtown bus from?

Hempstead to Smithtown bus services, operated by Nassau Inter-County Express, depart from Grove St / Greenwich station.

Where do I catch the Hempstead to Smithtown train from?

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

Train or bus from Hempstead to Smithtown?

The best way to get from Hempstead to Smithtown is to train which takes 1h 34m and costs $7 - $19. Alternatively, you can bus and line 4 bus, which costs $9 and takes 3h 12m.

Where does the Hempstead to Smithtown bus arrive?

Hempstead to Smithtown bus services, operated by Nassau Inter-County Express, arrive at Amityville Sta station.

Where does the Hempstead to Smithtown train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Hempstead to Smithtown?

Yes, the driving distance between Hempstead to Smithtown is 28 miles. It takes approximately 38 min to drive from Hempstead to Smithtown.

Where can I stay near Smithtown?

There are 108+ hotels available in Smithtown.

Hempstead to Smithtown - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, line 4 bus, and car

There are 5 ways to get from Hempstead to Smithtown 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 Mineola to Huntingtontrain Port Jefferson Branch
2. Take the train from Huntington to Smithtowntrain Port Jefferson Branch
1h 34m
$8–19
Drive 28 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Hempstead to Smithtowncar 28 mi
38 min
$6–8
Bus, line 4 bus
1. Take the bus from Grove St / Greenwich to Amityville Stabus n54 / ...
2. Take the bus from Amityville LIRR to Brentwood LIRRbus 4
3h 12m
$9
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Hempstead to Smithtowntaxi 28 mi
38 min
$250–300
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Front St + Peninsula Blvd to Hicksville Sta / Duffybus n48 / ...
2. Take the train from Hicksville to Smithtowntrain Port Jefferson Branch
2h 14m
$10–18

Hempstead to Smithtown by train

129Weekly Trains

1h 34mAverage Duration

$8Cheapest Price

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Distance: 28.5 mi
Duration: 1h 34m

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

You can take a train from Mineola to Smithtown via Huntington in around 1h 34m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Grove St / Greenwich to W Main St/New York Ave via Amityville Sta, Amityville LIRR, and Brentwood LIRR in around 3h 12m.

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