What is the cheapest way to get from Hofstra University to Albany - Rensselaer?

The cheapest way to get from Hofstra University to Albany - Rensselaer is to bus which costs $27 - $35 and takes 7h 26m.

What is the fastest way to get from Hofstra University to Albany - Rensselaer?

The fastest way to get from Hofstra University to Albany - Rensselaer is to drive which takes 3h 4m and costs $29 - $45.

Is there a direct bus between Hofstra University and Albany - Rensselaer?

No, there is no direct bus from Hofstra University to Albany - Rensselaer. However, there are services departing from Hempstead Tpke + Oak St and arriving at Albany-Rensselaer via Hemp Trans Ctr / Bays 6-10, Hillside Av/Midland Pkwy and New York, NY. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 26m.

How far is it from Hofstra University to Albany - Rensselaer?

The distance between Hofstra University and Albany - Rensselaer is 165 miles. The road distance is 162.9 miles.

How do I travel from Hofstra University to Albany - Rensselaer without a car?

The best way to get from Hofstra University to Albany - Rensselaer without a car is to train which takes 5h 3m and costs $45 - $110.

How long does it take to get from Hofstra University to Albany - Rensselaer?

It takes approximately 5h 3m to get from Hofstra University to Albany - Rensselaer, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Hofstra University to Albany - Rensselaer bus from?

Hofstra University to Albany - Rensselaer bus services, operated by Nassau Inter-County Express, depart from Hemp Trans Ctr / Bays 6-10 station.

Train or bus from Hofstra University to Albany - Rensselaer?

The best way to get from Hofstra University to Albany - Rensselaer is to train which takes 5h 3m and costs $45 - $110. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $27 - $35 and takes 7h 26m.

Where does the Hofstra University to Albany - Rensselaer bus arrive?

Hofstra University to Albany - Rensselaer bus services, operated by Nassau Inter-County Express, arrive at 179 St / Hillside station.

Can I drive from Hofstra University to Albany - Rensselaer?

Yes, the driving distance between Hofstra University to Albany - Rensselaer is 163 miles. It takes approximately 3h 4m to drive from Hofstra University to Albany - Rensselaer.

Where can I stay near Albany - Rensselaer?

There are 217+ hotels available in Albany - Rensselaer.

Hofstra University to Albany - Rensselaer - 4 ways to travel via train, and bus

There are 4 ways to get from Hofstra University to Albany - Rensselaer by train (Amtrak), bus, 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 (Amtrak)
best
1. Take the train from Ny Moynihan Train Hall At Penn Station to Albany-Rensselaer Amtrak Stationtrain Empire Service / ...
5h 3m
$49–108
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Hemp Trans Ctr / Bays 6-10 to 179 St / Hillsidebus n6 / ...
2. Take the bus from Hillside Av/Midland Pkwy to Madison Av/E 25 Stbus
3. Take the bus from New York, NY to Albany-Rensselaerbus Nyc
7h 26m
$28–33
Drive 162 mi
1. Drive from Hofstra University to Albany - Rensselaercar 162 mi
3h 4m
$30–43
Train via Ossining
1. Take the train from Hempstead to Grand Central Terminaltrain
2. Take the train from Grand Central Terminal to Croton-Harmontrain
3. Take the train from Croton-Harmon Amtrak Station to Albany-Rensselaer Amtrak Stationtrain
5h 52m
$43–121

Hofstra University to Albany - Rensselaer by foot, bus, and train (Amtrak)

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5h 3mAverage Duration

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Distance: 164.5 mi
Duration: 5h 3m

What companies run services between Hofstra University, NY, USA and Albany - Rensselaer, NY, USA?

Amtrak operates a train from Ny Moynihan Train Hall At Penn Station to Albany-Rensselaer Amtrak Station every 2 hours. Tickets cost $40–90 and the journey takes 2h 31m. Alternatively, you can take a vehicle from Hofstra University to Albany-Rensselaer via Hempstead Tpke + Oak St, (arr.) Hemp TC / West, Hemp Trans Ctr / Bays 6-10, 179 St / Hillside, Hillside Av/Midland Pkwy, Madison Av/E 25 St, and New York, NY in around 7h 26m.

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