What is the cheapest way to get from Times Square to Hempstead?

The cheapest way to get from Times Square to Hempstead is to drive which costs $4 - $6 and takes 33 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Times Square to Hempstead?

The fastest way to get from Times Square to Hempstead is to drive which takes 33 min and costs $4 - $6.

Is there a direct bus between Times Square and Hempstead?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Port Authority Bus Terminal and arriving at Hempstead Bus Station station. Services depart once daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 2h 15m.

Is there a direct train between Times Square 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 Times Square to Hempstead?

The distance between Times Square and Hempstead is 21 miles. The road distance is 22.3 miles.

How do I travel from Times Square to Hempstead without a car?

The best way to get from Times Square to Hempstead without a car is to train which takes 54 min and costs $7 - $15.

How long does it take to get from Times Square 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 Times Square to Hempstead bus from?

Times Square to Hempstead bus services, operated by Greyhound USA, depart from Port Authority Bus Terminal station.

Where do I catch the Times Square to Hempstead train from?

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

Train or bus from Times Square to Hempstead?

The best way to get from Times Square to Hempstead is to train which takes 54 min and costs $7 - $15. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $21 - $50 and takes 2h 15m.

Where does the Times Square to Hempstead bus arrive?

Times Square to Hempstead bus services, operated by Greyhound USA, arrive at Hempstead Bus Station.

Where does the Times Square to Hempstead train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Times Square to Hempstead?

Yes, the driving distance between Times Square to Hempstead is 22 miles. It takes approximately 33 min to drive from Times Square to Hempstead.

How do I get a bus ticket from Times Square to Hempstead?

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Where can I stay near Hempstead?

There are 345+ hotels available in Hempstead.

Times Square to Hempstead - 6 ways to travel via train, subway, bus, and car

There are 6 ways to get from Times Square to Hempstead by train, subway, bus, car, taxi, 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.

Train
best
1. Take the train from Grand Central Terminal to HempsteadHempstead Branch
54 min
$7–15
Drive 22.2 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Times Square to Hempstead22.2 mi
33 min
$4–6
Subway, bus
1. Take the subway from 42 St-Bryant Park to Jamaica-179 StF / ...
2. Take the bus from 178 St / Hillside to (arr.) Hemp TC / Eastn6 / ...
1h 45m
$6
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Times Square to Hempstead22.2 mi
33 min
$200–240
Bus (Greyhound)
1. Take the bus from Port Authority Bus Terminal to Hempstead Bus StationGreyhound US0250
2h 15m
$21–50
Bus via 188 St/64 Av
1. Take the bus from 6 Av/W 42 St to 188 St/64 AvQm5 / ...
2. Take the bus from 178 St / Hillside to Hilton Av / Fultonn6 / ...
2h 20m
$6–10

Times Square to Hempstead by train

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Distance: 21.4 mi
Duration: 54 min

What companies run services between Times Square, 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, Greyhound USA operates a bus from Port Authority Bus Terminal to Hempstead Bus Station once daily. Tickets cost $21–50 and the journey takes 2h 15m.

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