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

The cheapest way to get from Midtown Manhattan to Hempstead is to drive which costs $4 - $6 and takes 32 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Midtown Manhattan to Hempstead is to drive which takes 32 min and costs $4 - $6.

Is there a direct bus between Midtown Manhattan and Hempstead?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Port Authority Bus Terminal and arriving at Hempstead Bus Station station. Services depart once daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 2h 15m.

Is there a direct train between Midtown 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 Midtown Manhattan to Hempstead?

The distance between Midtown Manhattan and Hempstead is 21 miles. The road distance is 22.3 miles.

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

The best way to get from Midtown 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 Midtown Manhattan to Hempstead?

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

Where do I catch the Midtown Manhattan to Hempstead bus from?

Midtown Manhattan to Hempstead bus services, operated by Greyhound USA, depart from Port Authority Bus Terminal station.

Where do I catch the Midtown Manhattan to Hempstead train from?

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

Train or bus from Midtown Manhattan to Hempstead?

The best way to get from Midtown Manhattan to Hempstead is to train which takes 54 min and costs $7 - $15. Alternatively, you can bus via 178 St / Hillside, which costs $5 - $10 and takes 2h 11m.

Where does the Midtown Manhattan to Hempstead bus arrive?

Midtown Manhattan to Hempstead bus services, operated by Greyhound USA, arrive at Hempstead Bus Station.

Where does the Midtown Manhattan to Hempstead train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Midtown Manhattan to Hempstead?

Yes, the driving distance between Midtown Manhattan to Hempstead is 22 miles. It takes approximately 32 min to drive from Midtown Manhattan to Hempstead.

How do I get a bus ticket from Midtown Manhattan to Hempstead?

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Where can I stay near Hempstead?

There are 324+ hotels available in Hempstead.

Midtown Manhattan to Hempstead - 6 ways to travel via train, subway, and bus

There are 6 ways to get from Midtown Manhattan to Hempstead by train, subway, bus, car, taxi, or bus (Greyhound)

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 Hempsteadtrain Hempstead Branch
54 min
$7–15
Drive 22.2 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Midtown Manhattan to Hempsteadcar 22.2 mi
32 min
$4–6
Subway, bus
1. Take the subway from 5 Av/53 St to Jamaica-179 Stsubway F / ...
2. Take the bus from 178 St / Hillside to (arr.) Hemp TC / Eastbus n6 / ...
1h 46m
$6
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Midtown Manhattan to Hempsteadtaxi 22.2 mi
32 min
$200–240
Bus via 178 St / Hillside
1. Take the bus from Madison Av/E 49 St to Hillside Av/180 Stbus Qm68
2. Take the bus from 178 St / Hillside to Hilton Av / Fultonbus n6 / ...
2h 11m
$6–10
Bus (Greyhound)
1. Take the bus from Port Authority Bus Terminal to Hempstead Bus Stationbus Greyhound US0250
2h 15m
$21–50

Midtown Manhattan to Hempstead by train

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Distance: 21.4 mi
Duration: 54 min

What companies run services between Midtown 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 Madison Av/E 49 St to Hilton Av / Fulton via Hillside Av/180 St and 178 St / Hillside in around 2h 11m.

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