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

The cheapest way to get from Princeton to Hempstead is to drive which costs $12 - $18 and takes 1h 37m.

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

The fastest way to get from Princeton to Hempstead is to drive which takes 1h 37m and costs $12 - $18.

Is there a direct bus between Princeton and Hempstead?

No, there is no direct bus from Princeton to Hempstead. However, there are services departing from Nassau St & S Tulane St - Palmer Square and arriving at (arr.) Hemp TC / East via 178 St / Hillside. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 47m.

Is there a direct train between Princeton and Hempstead?

No, there is no direct train from Princeton to Hempstead. However, there are services departing from Princeton and arriving at Mineola via Princeton Jct. and New York Penn Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 31m.

How far is it from Princeton to Hempstead?

The distance between Princeton and Hempstead is 72 miles. The road distance is 68.3 miles.

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

The best way to get from Princeton to Hempstead without a car is to train which takes 2h 31m and costs $11 - $45.

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

It takes approximately 2h 31m to get from Princeton to Hempstead, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Princeton to Hempstead bus from?

Princeton to Hempstead bus services, operated by Rockland Coaches, depart from Nassau St & S Tulane St - Palmer Square station.

Where do I catch the Princeton to Hempstead train from?

Princeton to Hempstead train services, operated by NJ Transit, depart from Princeton Jct. station.

Train or bus from Princeton to Hempstead?

The best way to get from Princeton to Hempstead is to train which takes 2h 31m and costs $11 - $45. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $23 - $45 and takes 3h 47m.

Where does the Princeton to Hempstead bus arrive?

Princeton to Hempstead bus services, operated by Rockland Coaches, arrive at Port Authority Bus Terminal station.

Where does the Princeton to Hempstead train arrive?

Princeton to Hempstead train services, operated by NJ Transit, arrive at New York Penn Station.

Can I drive from Princeton to Hempstead?

Yes, the driving distance between Princeton to Hempstead is 68 miles. It takes approximately 1h 37m to drive from Princeton to Hempstead.

Where can I stay near Hempstead?

There are 306+ hotels available in Hempstead.

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

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1. Take the train from Princeton Jct. to New York Penn Stationtrain Nec
2. Take the train from New York Penn Station to Mineolatrain Port Jefferson Branch / ...
2h 31m
$12–44
Bus
1. Take the bus from Nassau St & S Tulane St - Palmer Square to Port Authority Bus Terminalbus Suburban Transit
2. Take the bus from 178 St / Hillside to (arr.) Hemp TC / Eastbus n6 / ...
3h 47m
$24–43
Drive 67.9 mi
1. Drive from Princeton to Hempsteadcar 67.9 mi
1h 37m
$13–18

Princeton to Hempstead by train

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Distance: 71.5 mi
Duration: 2h 31m

What companies run services between Princeton, NJ, USA and Hempstead, NY, USA?

You can take a train from Princeton to Mineola via Princeton Jct. and New York Penn Station in around 2h 31m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Nassau St & S Tulane St - Palmer Square to (arr.) Hemp TC / East via Port Authority Bus Terminal, 47-50 Sts-Rockefeller Ctr, Jamaica-179 St, and 178 St / Hillside in around 3h 47m.

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