What is the cheapest way to get from Montclair to Hofstra University?

The cheapest way to get from Montclair to Hofstra University is to drive which costs $6 - $10 and takes 54 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Montclair to Hofstra University?

The fastest way to get from Montclair to Hofstra University is to drive which takes 54 min and costs $6 - $10.

Is there a direct bus between Montclair and Hofstra University?

No, there is no direct bus from Montclair to Hofstra University. However, there are services departing from Park St At Chestnut St# and arriving at Fulton St + Duncan Rd. via 6 Av/W 42 St, 188 St/64 Av, 178 St / Hillside and Hemp Trans Ctr / Bays 16-21. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 30m.

How far is it from Montclair to Hofstra University?

The distance between Montclair and Hofstra University is 41 miles. The road distance is 38.2 miles.

How do I travel from Montclair to Hofstra University without a car?

The best way to get from Montclair to Hofstra University without a car is to train which takes 2h 36m and costs $11 - $35.

How long does it take to get from Montclair to Hofstra University?

It takes approximately 2h 36m to get from Montclair to Hofstra University, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Montclair to Hofstra University bus from?

Montclair to Hofstra University bus services, operated by NJ Transit, depart from Park St At Chestnut St# station.

Train or bus from Montclair to Hofstra University?

The best way to get from Montclair to Hofstra University is to train which takes 2h 36m and costs $11 - $35. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $15 - $40 and takes 4h 30m.

Where does the Montclair to Hofstra University bus arrive?

Montclair to Hofstra University bus services, operated by NJ Transit, arrive at Port Authority Bus Terminal station.

Can I drive from Montclair to Hofstra University?

Yes, the driving distance between Montclair to Hofstra University is 38 miles. It takes approximately 54 min to drive from Montclair to Hofstra University.

Where can I stay near Hofstra University?

There are 353+ hotels available in Hofstra University.

Montclair to Hofstra University - 6 ways to travel via train, subway, and bus

There are 6 ways to get from Montclair to Hofstra University 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 Watchung Avenue to New York Penn Stationtrain Bntnm
2. Take the train from Jamaica to Hempsteadtrain Hempstead Branch
2h 36m
$12–31
Drive 37.9 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Montclair to Hofstra Universitycar 37.9 mi
54 min
$7–10
Train, subway, bus
1. Take the train from Watchung Avenue to New York Penn Stationtrain
2. Take the subway from 34 St-Herald Sq to Jamaica-179 Stsubway F / ...
3. Take the bus from 178 St / Hillside to (arr.) Hemp TC / Eastbus n6 / ...
3h 18m
$9–18
Bus
1. Take the bus from Park St At Chestnut St# to Port Authority Bus Terminalbus 101
2. Take the bus from 6 Av/W 42 St to 188 St/64 Avbus Qm5 / ...
3. Take the bus from 178 St / Hillside to (arr.) Hemp TC / Eastbus n6 / ...
4h 30m
$16–37
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Montclair to Hofstra Universitytaxi 37.9 mi
54 min
$330–400
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Watchung Avenue to New York Penn Stationtrain
2. Take the train from New York Penn Station to Hicksvilletrain
3. Take the bus from Hicksville LIRR Station to Front St + Broadfield Stbus n48 / ...
2h 44m
$14–33

Montclair to Hofstra University by train, bus, and foot

100Weekly Services

2h 36mAverage Duration

$12Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Montclair to Hofstra University.

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Distance: 40.3 mi
Duration: 2h 36m

What companies run services between Montclair, NJ, USA and Hofstra University, NY, USA?

You can take a train from Watchung Avenue to Hofstra University via New York Penn Station, Jamaica, Hempstead, Hemp Trans Ctr / Bays 16-21, and Fulton St + Duncan Rd. in around 2h 36m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Park St At Chestnut St# to Hofstra University via Port Authority Bus Terminal, 6 Av/W 42 St, 188 St/64 Av, Hillside Av/179 St, 178 St / Hillside, (arr.) Hemp TC / East, Hemp Trans Ctr / Bays 16-21, and Fulton St + Duncan Rd. in around 4h 30m.

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