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

The cheapest way to get from Queens to Hempstead is to drive which costs $2 - $4 and takes 21 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Queens to Hempstead is to taxi which takes 21 min and costs $120 - $150.

Is there a direct bus between Queens and Hempstead?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Jamaica Bus Term and arriving at Hilton Av / Fulton. Services depart every 15 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 59 min.

Is there a direct train between Queens and Hempstead?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Jamaica and arriving at Hempstead. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 31 min.

How far is it from Queens to Hempstead?

The distance between Queens and Hempstead is 11 miles. The road distance is 12.9 miles.

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

The best way to get from Queens to Hempstead without a car is to train which takes 31 min and costs $4 - $9.

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

The train from Jamaica to Hempstead takes 31 min including transfers and departs hourly.

Where do I catch the Queens to Hempstead bus from?

Queens to Hempstead bus services, operated by Nassau Inter-County Express, depart from Jamaica Bus Term station.

Where do I catch the Queens to Hempstead train from?

Queens to Hempstead train services, operated by Long Island Rail Road, depart from Jamaica station.

Train or bus from Queens to Hempstead?

The best way to get from Queens to Hempstead is to train which takes 31 min and costs $4 - $9. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $3 and takes 59 min.

Where does the Queens to Hempstead bus arrive?

Queens to Hempstead bus services, operated by Nassau Inter-County Express, arrive at Hilton Av / Fulton station.

Where does the Queens to Hempstead train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Queens to Hempstead?

Yes, the driving distance between Queens to Hempstead is 13 miles. It takes approximately 21 min to drive from Queens to Hempstead.

Where can I stay near Hempstead?

There are 303+ hotels available in Hempstead.

Queens to Hempstead - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, taxi, and car

There are 5 ways to get from Queens to Hempstead by train, bus, taxi, or car

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 Jamaica to Hempsteadtrain Hempstead Branch
31 min
$4–9
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Jamaica Bus Term to Hilton Av / Fultonbus n6 / ...
59 min
$3
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Queens to Hempsteadtaxi 12.8 mi
21 min
$120–150
Drive 12.8 mi
1. Drive from Queens to Hempsteadcar 12.8 mi
21 min
$3–4
Bus via Rockaway Blvd/101 St
1. Take the bus from Rockaway Blvd/101 St to 168 St/Jamaica Bus Terminalbus Q41
2. Take the bus from Jamaica Bus Term to (arr.) Hemp TC / Eastbus n6 / ...
1h 42m
$6–10

Queens to Hempstead by train

184Weekly Trains

31 minAverage Duration

$4Cheapest Price

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Distance: 10.5 mi
Duration: 31 min

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

Long Island Rail Road operates a train from Jamaica to Hempstead hourly. Tickets cost $4–9 and the journey takes 31 min. Alternatively, Nassau Inter-County Express operates a bus from Jamaica Bus Term to Hilton Av / Fulton every 15 minutes. Tickets cost $3 and the journey takes 59 min.

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