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

The cheapest way to get from Scranton to Hempstead is to drive which costs $25 - $40 and takes 2h 44m.

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

The fastest way to get from Scranton to Hempstead is to drive which takes 2h 44m and costs $25 - $40.

How far is it from Scranton to Hempstead?

The distance between Scranton and Hempstead is 169 miles. The road distance is 142.5 miles.

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

The best way to get from Scranton to Hempstead without a car is to bus and train which takes 3h 4m and costs $30 - $100.

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

It takes approximately 3h 4m to get from Scranton to Hempstead, including transfers.

Can I drive from Scranton to Hempstead?

Yes, the driving distance between Scranton to Hempstead is 143 miles. It takes approximately 2h 44m to drive from Scranton to Hempstead.

Where can I stay near Hempstead?

There are 303+ hotels available in Hempstead.

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

There are 5 ways to get from Scranton to Hempstead by bus, train, car, or bus (Greyhound)

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Bus, train
best
1. Take the bus from Scranton to New York MidtownFlixBus 2685 / ...
2. Take the train from New York Penn Station to MineolaPort Jefferson Branch / ...
3h 4m
$34–100
Drive 141.7 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Scranton to Hempstead141.7 mi
2h 44m
$26–38
Bus, train via Newark
1. Take the bus from Scranton to Newark Penn StationFlixBus N2686
2. Take the train from New York Penn Station to MineolaPort Jefferson Branch / ...
3h 21m
$38–80
Bus
1. Take the bus from Scranton, PA to Port Authority Bus Terminal117 / ...
4h 20m
$35–97
Bus, train via Hempstead
1. Take the bus from Scranton, PA to New York/Uptown & Midtown, NY103
2. Take the train from Grand Central Terminal to HempsteadHempstead Branch
4h 35m
$68–98

Scranton to Hempstead by bus and train

38Weekly Services

3h 4mAverage Duration

$34Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

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Distance: 167.6 mi
Duration: 3h 4m

What companies run services between Scranton, PA, USA and Hempstead, NY, USA?

Martz Bus operates a bus from Scranton, PA to Port Authority Bus Terminal every 4 hours. Tickets cost $60–85 and the journey takes 2h 45m. Greyhound USA also services this route once daily.

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