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

The cheapest way to get from Poughkeepsie to Hempstead is to drive which costs $15 - $23 and takes 1h 57m.

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

The fastest way to get from Poughkeepsie to Hempstead is to drive which takes 1h 57m and costs $15 - $23.

Is there a direct train between Poughkeepsie and Hempstead?

No, there is no direct train from Poughkeepsie to Hempstead. However, there are services departing from Poughkeepsie and arriving at Hempstead via Grand Central Terminal. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 23m.

How far is it from Poughkeepsie to Hempstead?

The distance between Poughkeepsie and Hempstead is 95 miles. The road distance is 85 miles.

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

The best way to get from Poughkeepsie to Hempstead without a car is to train which takes 3h 23m and costs $25 - $45.

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

It takes approximately 3h 23m to get from Poughkeepsie to Hempstead, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Poughkeepsie to Hempstead train from?

Poughkeepsie to Hempstead train services, operated by Metro-North Railroad (MNR), depart from Poughkeepsie station.

Where does the Poughkeepsie to Hempstead train arrive?

Poughkeepsie to Hempstead train services, operated by Metro-North Railroad (MNR), arrive at Grand Central Terminal station.

Can I drive from Poughkeepsie to Hempstead?

Yes, the driving distance between Poughkeepsie to Hempstead is 85 miles. It takes approximately 1h 57m to drive from Poughkeepsie to Hempstead.

Where can I stay near Hempstead?

There are 344+ hotels available in Hempstead.

Poughkeepsie to Hempstead - 3 ways to travel via train, car, subway, and bus

There are 3 ways to get from Poughkeepsie to Hempstead by train, car, subway, or bus

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 Poughkeepsie to Grand Central TerminalHudson
2. Take the train from Grand Central Terminal to HempsteadHempstead Branch
3h 23m
$25–42
Drive 84.5 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Poughkeepsie to Hempstead84.5 mi
1h 57m
$16–23
Train, subway, bus
1. Take the train from Poughkeepsie Amtrak Station to Ny Moynihan Train Hall At Penn Station
2. Take the subway from 34 St-Herald Sq to Jamaica-179 StF / ...
3. Take the bus from 178 St / Hillside to (arr.) Hemp TC / Eastn6 / ...
3h 37m

Poughkeepsie to Hempstead by train

138Weekly Trains

3h 23mAverage Duration

$25Cheapest Price

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Distance: 94 mi
Duration: 3h 23m

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

You can take a train from Poughkeepsie to Hempstead via Grand Central Terminal in around 3h 23m.

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