What is the cheapest way to get from Rockefeller Center to Hempstead?

The cheapest way to get from Rockefeller Center to Hempstead is to drive which costs $4 - $6 and takes 32 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Rockefeller Center to Hempstead?

The fastest way to get from Rockefeller Center to Hempstead is to drive which takes 32 min and costs $4 - $6.

Is there a direct bus between Rockefeller Center and Hempstead?

No, there is no direct bus from Rockefeller Center to Hempstead. However, there are services departing from Madison Av/E 49 St and arriving at Hilton Av / Fulton via 178 St / Hillside. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 12m.

Is there a direct train between Rockefeller Center and Hempstead?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Grand Central Terminal and arriving at Hempstead. Services depart every 30 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 54 min.

How far is it from Rockefeller Center to Hempstead?

The distance between Rockefeller Center and Hempstead is 22 miles. The road distance is 22.3 miles.

How do I travel from Rockefeller Center to Hempstead without a car?

The best way to get from Rockefeller Center to Hempstead without a car is to train which takes 1h 5m and costs $7 - $15.

How long does it take to get from Rockefeller Center to Hempstead?

The train from Grand Central Terminal to Hempstead takes 54 min including transfers and departs every 30 minutes.

Where do I catch the Rockefeller Center to Hempstead bus from?

Rockefeller Center to Hempstead bus services, operated by MTA Bus Company, depart from Madison Av/E 49 St station.

Where do I catch the Rockefeller Center to Hempstead train from?

Rockefeller Center to Hempstead train services, operated by Long Island Rail Road, depart from Grand Central Terminal station.

Train or bus from Rockefeller Center to Hempstead?

The best way to get from Rockefeller Center to Hempstead is to train which takes 1h 5m and costs $7 - $15. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $5 - $10 and takes 2h 12m.

Where does the Rockefeller Center to Hempstead bus arrive?

Rockefeller Center to Hempstead bus services, operated by MTA Bus Company, arrive at Hillside Av/180 St station.

Where does the Rockefeller Center to Hempstead train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Rockefeller Center to Hempstead?

Yes, the driving distance between Rockefeller Center to Hempstead is 22 miles. It takes approximately 32 min to drive from Rockefeller Center to Hempstead.

Where can I stay near Hempstead?

There are 286+ hotels available in Hempstead.

Rockefeller Center to Hempstead - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, car

There are 4 ways to get from Rockefeller Center to Hempstead by train, 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 Grand Central Terminal to Hempsteadtrain Hempstead Branch
1h 5m
$7–15
Drive 22.2 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Rockefeller Center to Hempsteadcar 22.2 mi
32 min
$5–6
Bus
1. Take the bus from Madison Av/E 49 St to Hillside Av/180 Stbus Qm68
2. Take the bus from 178 St / Hillside to Hilton Av / Fultonbus n6 / ...
2h 12m
$6–10
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Rockefeller Center to Hempsteadtaxi 22.2 mi
32 min
$200–240

Rockefeller Center to Hempstead by foot and train

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1h 5mAverage Duration

$7Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Rockefeller Center to Hempstead.

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Distance: 21.9 mi
Duration: 1h 5m

What companies run services between Rockefeller Center, NY, USA and Hempstead, NY, USA?

Long Island Rail Road operates a train from Grand Central Terminal to Hempstead every 30 minutes. Tickets cost $7–15 and the journey takes 54 min. Alternatively, you can take a vehicle from Rockefeller Center to Hilton Av / Fulton via Madison Av/E 49 St, Hillside Av/180 St, and 178 St / Hillside in around 2h 12m.

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