What is the cheapest way to get from Terminal 8 to Hempstead?

The cheapest way to get from Terminal 8 to Hempstead is to drive which costs $2 - $4 and takes 18 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Terminal 8 to Hempstead?

The fastest way to get from Terminal 8 to Hempstead is to taxi which takes 18 min and costs $130 - $160.

Is there a direct bus between Terminal 8 and Hempstead?

No, there is no direct bus from Terminal 8 to Hempstead. However, there are services departing from Van Wyck South Service Rd/Building 90 and arriving at Hilton Av / Fulton via 178 St / Hillside. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 13m.

Is there a direct train between Terminal 8 and Hempstead?

No, there is no direct train from Terminal 8 to Hempstead. However, there are services departing from Terminal 8 and arriving at Hempstead via Jamaica. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 8m.

How far is it from Terminal 8 to Hempstead?

The distance between Terminal 8 and Hempstead is 15 miles. The road distance is 14.1 miles.

How do I travel from Terminal 8 to Hempstead without a car?

The best way to get from Terminal 8 to Hempstead without a car is to train which takes 1h 8m and costs $12 - $18.

How long does it take to get from Terminal 8 to Hempstead?

It takes approximately 1h 8m to get from Terminal 8 to Hempstead, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Terminal 8 to Hempstead bus from?

Terminal 8 to Hempstead bus services, operated by MTA Bus Company, depart from Van Wyck South Service Rd/Building 90 station.

Where do I catch the Terminal 8 to Hempstead train from?

Terminal 8 to Hempstead train services, operated by Long Island Rail Road, depart from Jamaica station.

Train or bus from Terminal 8 to Hempstead?

The best way to get from Terminal 8 to Hempstead is to train which takes 1h 8m and costs $12 - $18. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $5 - $10 and takes 2h 13m.

Where does the Terminal 8 to Hempstead bus arrive?

Terminal 8 to Hempstead bus services, operated by MTA Bus Company, arrive at Hillside Av/179 Pl station.

Where does the Terminal 8 to Hempstead train arrive?

Terminal 8 to Hempstead train services, operated by Long Island Rail Road, arrive at Hempstead station.

Can I drive from Terminal 8 to Hempstead?

Yes, the driving distance between Terminal 8 to Hempstead is 14 miles. It takes approximately 18 min to drive from Terminal 8 to Hempstead.

Where can I stay near Hempstead?

There are 342+ hotels available in Hempstead.

Terminal 8 to Hempstead - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, taxi, and car

There are 5 ways to get from Terminal 8 to Hempstead by train, bus, taxi, car, or towncar

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 HempsteadHempstead Branch
1h 8m
$12–18
Drive 14 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Terminal 8 to Hempstead14 mi
18 min
$3–4
Bus
1. Take the bus from Van Wyck South Service Rd/Building 90 to Hillside Av/179 PlQ3
2. Take the bus from 178 St / Hillside to Hilton Av / Fultonn6 / ...
2h 13m
$6–10
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Terminal 8 to Hempstead14 mi
18 min
$130–160
Towncar
1. Take a town car from New York JFK Airport to Hempstead14.6 mi
19 min
$70–100

Terminal 8 to Hempstead by foot, tram, and train

186Weekly Services

1h 8mAverage Duration

$12Cheapest Price

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Distance: 15.4 mi
Duration: 1h 8m

What companies run services between Terminal 8, 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, you can take a vehicle from Terminal 8 to Hilton Av / Fulton via Van Wyck South Service Rd/Building 90, Hillside Av/179 Pl, and 178 St / Hillside in around 2h 13m.

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