What is the cheapest way to get from Hofstra University to Port Authority Bus Terminal?

The cheapest way to get from Hofstra University to Port Authority Bus Terminal is to drive which costs $4 - $7 and takes 34 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Hofstra University to Port Authority Bus Terminal?

The fastest way to get from Hofstra University to Port Authority Bus Terminal is to drive which takes 34 min and costs $4 - $7.

Is there a direct bus between Hofstra University and Port Authority Bus Terminal?

No, there is no direct bus from Hofstra University to Port Authority Bus Terminal. However, there are services departing from Hempstead Tpke + Oak St and arriving at 6 Av/W 42 St via Hemp Trans Ctr / Bays 6-10, Hillside Av/178 St and 188 St/64 Av. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 25m.

Is there a direct train between Hofstra University and Port Authority Bus Terminal?

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 Hofstra University to Port Authority Bus Terminal?

The distance between Hofstra University and Port Authority Bus Terminal is 24 miles. The road distance is 23.5 miles.

How long does it take to get from Hofstra University to Port Authority Bus Terminal?

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

Where do I catch the Hofstra University to Port Authority Bus Terminal bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Hofstra University to Port Authority Bus Terminal train from?

Hofstra University to Port Authority Bus Terminal train services, operated by Long Island Rail Road, depart from Hempstead station.

Train or bus from Hofstra University to Port Authority Bus Terminal?

The best way to get from Hofstra University to Port Authority Bus Terminal is to train which takes 1h 43m and costs $7 - $15. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $7 - $13 and takes 3h 25m.

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Hofstra University to Port Authority Bus Terminal

There are 5 ways to get from Hofstra University to Port Authority Bus Terminal by train, bus, car, taxi, or subway

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 43m
$7–15
Drive 23.4 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Hofstra University to Port Authority Bus Terminal23.4 mi
34 min
$5–7
Bus
1. Take the bus from Hemp Trans Ctr / Bays 6-10 to 179 St / Hillsiden6 / ...
2. Take the bus from 188 St/64 Av to 6 Av/W 42 StQm5
3h 25m
$8–13
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Hofstra University to Port Authority Bus Terminal23.4 mi
34 min
$210–260
Train, subway
1. Take the train from Hempstead to JamaicaHempstead Branch
2. Take the subway from Sutphin Blvd-Archer Av-JFK Airport to 42 St-Port Authority Bus TerminalE
1h 51m
$10–15

Questions & Answers

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Distance: 23.9 mi
Duration: 1h 43m

What companies run services between Hofstra University, NY, USA and Port Authority Bus Terminal, 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 vehicle from Hofstra University to Port Authority Bus Terminal via Hempstead Tpke + Oak St, (arr.) Hemp TC / West, Hemp Trans Ctr / Bays 6-10, Hillside Av/178 St, 188 St/64 Av, and 6 Av/W 42 St in around 3h 25m.

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