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

The cheapest way to get from Manhattan to Hempstead is to drive which costs $4 - $6 and takes 38 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Manhattan to Hempstead is to drive which takes 38 min and costs $4 - $6.

Is there a direct bus between Manhattan and Hempstead?

No, there is no direct bus from Manhattan to Hempstead. However, there are services departing from East 57th Street & Madison Avenue and arriving at Hilton Av / Fulton via 188 St/64 Av and 178 St / Hillside. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 13m.

Is there a direct train between Manhattan and Hempstead?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Grand Central Terminal and arriving at Hempstead. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 54 min.

How far is it from Manhattan to Hempstead?

The distance between Manhattan and Hempstead is 21 miles. The road distance is 22.5 miles.

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

The best way to get from Manhattan to Hempstead without a car is to train which takes 54 min and costs $7 - $15.

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

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

Where do I catch the Manhattan to Hempstead bus from?

Manhattan to Hempstead bus services, operated by MTA Bus Company, depart from East 57th Street & Madison Avenue station.

Where do I catch the Manhattan to Hempstead train from?

Manhattan to Hempstead train services, operated by Long Island Rail Road, depart from Grand Central Terminal station.

Train or bus from Manhattan to Hempstead?

The best way to get from Manhattan to Hempstead is to train which takes 54 min and costs $7 - $15. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $5 - $10 and takes 2h 13m.

Where does the Manhattan to Hempstead bus arrive?

Manhattan to Hempstead bus services, operated by MTA Bus Company, arrive at 188 St/64 Av station.

Where does the Manhattan to Hempstead train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Manhattan to Hempstead?

Yes, the driving distance between Manhattan to Hempstead is 23 miles. It takes approximately 38 min to drive from Manhattan to Hempstead.

Where can I stay near Hempstead?

There are 344+ hotels available in Hempstead.

Manhattan to Hempstead - 5 ways to travel via train, subway, bus, car, and taxi

There are 5 ways to get from Manhattan to Hempstead by train, subway, 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 Grand Central Terminal to HempsteadHempstead Branch
54 min
$7–15
Drive 22.4 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Manhattan to Hempstead22.4 mi
38 min
$5–6
Subway, bus
1. Take the subway from Lexington Av/63 St to Jamaica-179 StF
2. Take the bus from 178 St / Hillside to (arr.) Hemp TC / Eastn6 / ...
1h 49m
$6
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Manhattan to Hempstead22.4 mi
38 min
$200–250
Bus
1. Take the bus from East 57th Street & Madison Avenue to 188 St/64 AvQm5 / ...
2. Take the bus from 178 St / Hillside to Hilton Av / Fultonn6 / ...
2h 13m
$6–10

Manhattan to Hempstead by train

135Weekly Trains

54 minAverage Duration

$7Cheapest Price

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Distance: 21.4 mi
Duration: 54 min

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

Long Island Rail Road operates a train from Grand Central Terminal to Hempstead hourly. Tickets cost $7–15 and the journey takes 54 min. Alternatively, you can take a bus from East 57th Street & Madison Avenue to Hilton Av / Fulton via 188 St/64 Av, Hillside Av/179 St, and 178 St / Hillside in around 2h 13m.

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