What is the cheapest way to get from Hempstead to Valley Stream?

The cheapest way to get from Hempstead to Valley Stream is to drive which costs $1 - $2 and takes 9 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Hempstead to Valley Stream?

The fastest way to get from Hempstead to Valley Stream is to taxi which takes 9 min and costs $70 - $85.

Is there a direct bus between Hempstead and Valley Stream?

No, there is no direct bus from Hempstead to Valley Stream. However, there are services departing from Terrace Av / Fulton and arriving at Val Stream Bl / Central via Elmont Rd / Hempstead. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 15m.

Is there a direct train between Hempstead and Valley Stream?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from West Hempstead and arriving at Valley Stream. Services depart four times a day, and operate Monday to Friday. The journey takes approximately 29 min.

How far is it from Hempstead to Valley Stream?

The distance between Hempstead and Valley Stream is 5 miles. The road distance is 6.8 miles.

How do I travel from Hempstead to Valley Stream without a car?

The best way to get from Hempstead to Valley Stream without a car is to train which takes 29 min and costs $3 - $6.

How long does it take to get from Hempstead to Valley Stream?

The train from West Hempstead to Valley Stream takes 29 min including transfers and departs four times a day.

Where do I catch the Hempstead to Valley Stream bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Hempstead to Valley Stream train from?

Hempstead to Valley Stream train services, operated by Long Island Rail Road, depart from West Hempstead station.

Train or bus from Hempstead to Valley Stream?

The best way to get from Hempstead to Valley Stream is to train which takes 29 min and costs $3 - $6. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $4 - $7 and takes 51 min.

Where does the Hempstead to Valley Stream bus arrive?

Hempstead to Valley Stream bus services, operated by Nassau Inter-County Express, arrive at Elmont Rd / Hempstead station.

Where does the Hempstead to Valley Stream train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Hempstead to Valley Stream?

Yes, the driving distance between Hempstead to Valley Stream is 7 miles. It takes approximately 9 min to drive from Hempstead to Valley Stream.

Where can I stay near Valley Stream?

There are 686+ hotels available in Valley Stream.

Hempstead to Valley Stream - 6 ways to travel via train, bus, taxi, and car

There are 6 ways to get from Hempstead to Valley Stream 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 West Hempstead to Valley Streamtrain West Hempstead Branch
29 min
$3–6
Drive 6.8 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Hempstead to Valley Streamcar 6.8 mi
9 min
$2
Bus
1. Take the bus from Terrace Av / Fulton to Broadway & Sunrise Hwy.bus n31 / ...
51 min
$5–7
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Hempstead to Valley Streamtaxi 6.8 mi
9 min
$70–85
Train via Jamaica
1. Take the train from Hempstead to Jamaicatrain Hempstead Branch
2. Take the train from Jamaica to Valley Streamtrain Far Rockaway Branch / ...
59 min
$6–13
Bus via Elmont Rd / Hempstead
1. Take the bus from Terrace Av / Fulton to Elmont Rd / Hempsteadbus n6 / ...
2. Take the bus from Elmont Rd / Hempstead to Val Stream Bl / Centralbus n1
1h 15m
$6

Hempstead to Valley Stream by train

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Map of how to get from Hempstead to Valley Stream.

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Distance: 4.7 mi
Duration: 29 min

What companies run services between Hempstead, NY, USA and Valley Stream, NY, USA?

Long Island Rail Road operates a train from West Hempstead to Valley Stream 4 times a day. Tickets cost $3–6 and the journey takes 29 min. Alternatively, Nassau Inter-County Express operates a bus from Terrace Av / Fulton to Broadway & Sunrise Hwy. every 30 minutes. Tickets cost $3 and the journey takes 23 min.

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