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

The cheapest way to get from Port Authority Bus Terminal to Hofstra University is to drive which costs $4 - $7 and takes 35 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Port Authority Bus Terminal to Hofstra University is to drive which takes 35 min and costs $4 - $7.

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

No, there is no direct bus from Port Authority Bus Terminal to Hofstra University. However, there are services departing from 6 Av/W 42 St and arriving at Fulton St + Duncan Rd. via 188 St/64 Av, 178 St / Hillside and Hemp Trans Ctr / Bays 16-21. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 3m.

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

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 Port Authority Bus Terminal to Hofstra University?

The distance between Port Authority Bus Terminal and Hofstra University is 24 miles. The road distance is 23.6 miles.

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

Port Authority Bus Terminal to Hofstra University bus services, operated by MTA Bus Company, depart from 6 Av/W 42 St station.

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

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

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

The best way to get from Port Authority Bus Terminal to Hofstra University is to train via Hemp Trans Ctr / Bays 16-21 which takes 1h 40m and costs $10 - $18. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $8 - $13 and takes 3h 3m.

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Port Authority Bus Terminal to Hofstra University

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

It takes approximately 1h 40m to get from Port Authority Bus Terminal to Hofstra University, including transfers.

There are 6 ways to get from Port Authority Bus Terminal to Hofstra University 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 via Hemp Trans Ctr / Bays 16-21
best
1. Take the train from Grand Central Terminal to HempsteadHempstead Branch
1h 40m
$10–17
Drive 23.4 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Port Authority Bus Terminal to Hofstra University23.4 mi
35 min
$5–7
Bus
1. Take the bus from 6 Av/W 42 St to 188 St/64 AvQm5 / ...
2. Take the bus from 178 St / Hillside to (arr.) Hemp TC / Eastn6 / ...
3h 3m
$9–13
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Port Authority Bus Terminal to Hofstra University23.4 mi
35 min
$210–260
Train
1. Take the train from Grand Central Terminal to HempsteadHempstead Branch
1h 42m
$7–15
Subway, train
1. Take the subway from 42 St-Port Authority Bus Terminal to Sutphin Blvd-Archer Av-JFK AirportE
2. Take the train from Jamaica to HempsteadHempstead Branch
2h
$10–15

Port Authority Bus Terminal to Hofstra University by foot, train, and bus

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1h 40mAverage Duration

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Distance: 23.9 mi
Duration: 1h 40m

What companies run services between Port Authority Bus Terminal, NY, USA and Hofstra University, 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 vehicle from Port Authority Bus Terminal to Hofstra University via 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 3h 3m.

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