What is the cheapest way to get from Scranton to Hofstra University?

The cheapest way to get from Scranton to Hofstra University is to drive which costs $26 - $40 and takes 2h 45m.

What is the fastest way to get from Scranton to Hofstra University?

The fastest way to get from Scranton to Hofstra University is to drive which takes 2h 45m and costs $26 - $40.

How far is it from Scranton to Hofstra University?

The distance between Scranton and Hofstra University is 144 miles. The road distance is 143.5 miles.

How do I travel from Scranton to Hofstra University without a car?

The best way to get from Scranton to Hofstra University without a car is to bus and train via Newark which takes 4h 23m and costs $40 - $95.

How long does it take to get from Scranton to Hofstra University?

It takes approximately 4h 23m to get from Scranton to Hofstra University, including transfers.

Can I drive from Scranton to Hofstra University?

Yes, the driving distance between Scranton to Hofstra University is 143 miles. It takes approximately 2h 45m to drive from Scranton to Hofstra University.

Where can I stay near Hofstra University?

There are 245+ hotels available in Hofstra University.

Scranton to Hofstra University - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 4 ways to get from Scranton to Hofstra University 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 via Newark
best
1. Take the bus from Scranton to Newark Penn Station
2. Take the train from Newark Penn Station to New York Penn StationNec
3. Take the train from New York Penn Station to Jamaica
4. Take the train from Jamaica to Hempstead
4h 23m
$40–91
Drive 142.7 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Scranton to Hofstra University142.7 mi
2h 45m
$26–38
Bus
1. Take the bus from Scranton, PA to Port Authority Bus Terminal117 / ...
4h 49m
$36–95
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Scranton, PA to New York/Uptown & Midtown, NY103
2. Take the train from Grand Central Terminal to HempsteadHempstead Branch
5h 4m
$71–101

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Distance: 142.7 mi
Duration: 4h 23m

What companies run services between Scranton, PA, USA and Hofstra University, 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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How to get fromScranton to Hofstra Universityby bus, train, car or bus (Greyhound)

There are 4 ways to get from Scranton to Hofstra University by bus, train, car, or bus (Greyhound)

Bus, train via Newark

Drive 142.7 mi

Bus