What is the cheapest way to get from Vails Gate to Hempstead?

The cheapest way to get from Vails Gate to Hempstead is to drive which costs $13 - $20 and takes 1h 32m.

What is the fastest way to get from Vails Gate to Hempstead?

The fastest way to get from Vails Gate to Hempstead is to drive which takes 1h 32m and costs $13 - $20.

Is there a direct bus between Vails Gate and Hempstead?

No, there is no direct bus from Vails Gate to Hempstead station. However, there are services departing from Vails Gate Junction and arriving at Hempstead Bus Station via Port Authority Bus Terminal. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 41m.

How far is it from Vails Gate to Hempstead?

The distance between Vails Gate and Hempstead is 88 miles. The road distance is 74.9 miles.

How do I travel from Vails Gate to Hempstead without a car?

The best way to get from Vails Gate to Hempstead without a car is to bus and train which takes 2h 27m and costs $22 - $45.

How long does it take to get from Vails Gate to Hempstead?

It takes approximately 2h 27m to get from Vails Gate to Hempstead, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Vails Gate to Hempstead bus from?

Vails Gate to Hempstead bus services, operated by Shortline Bus, depart from Vails Gate Junction station.

Train or bus from Vails Gate to Hempstead?

The best way to get from Vails Gate to Hempstead is to train which takes 3h 21m and costs $65 - $95. Alternatively, you can bus via 178 St / Hillside, which costs $19 - $35 and takes 3h 37m.

Where does the Vails Gate to Hempstead bus arrive?

Vails Gate to Hempstead bus services, operated by Shortline Bus, arrive at Port Authority Bus Terminal station.

Can I drive from Vails Gate to Hempstead?

Yes, the driving distance between Vails Gate to Hempstead is 75 miles. It takes approximately 1h 32m to drive from Vails Gate to Hempstead.

Where can I stay near Hempstead?

There are 346+ hotels available in Hempstead.

Vails Gate to Hempstead - 6 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and subway

There are 6 ways to get from Vails Gate to Hempstead by bus, train, car, subway, 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 Vails Gate Junction to Port Authority Bus TerminalShortLine Hudson
2. Take the train from New York Penn Station to MineolaPort Jefferson Branch / ...
2h 27m
$23–41
Drive 74.4 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Vails Gate to Hempstead74.4 mi
1h 32m
$14–20
Train
1. Take the train from Beacon to Grand Central TerminalHudson
2. Take the train from Grand Central Terminal to HempsteadHempstead Branch
3h 21m
$66–91
Bus, subway, train
1. Take the bus from Vails Gate Junction to Port Authority Bus Terminal
2. Take the subway from 42 St-Port Authority Bus Terminal to Sutphin Blvd-Archer Av-JFK AirportE
3. Take the train from Jamaica to Hempstead
3h 1m
Bus via 178 St / Hillside
1. Take the bus from Vails Gate Junction to Port Authority Bus TerminalShortLine Hudson
2. Take the bus from 178 St / Hillside to (arr.) Hemp TC / Eastn6 / ...
3h 37m
$20–30
Bus
1. Take the bus from Vails Gate Junction to Port Authority Bus TerminalShortLine Hudson
2. Take the bus from Port Authority Bus Terminal to Hempstead Bus StationGreyhound US0250
4h 41m
$38–77

Vails Gate to Hempstead by bus, foot, and train

45Weekly Services

2h 27mAverage Duration

$23Cheapest Price

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Distance: 87.8 mi
Duration: 2h 27m

What companies run services between Vails Gate, NY, USA and Hempstead, NY, USA?

You can take a vehicle from Vails Gate to Hempstead via Beacon and Grand Central Terminal in around 3h 21m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Vails Gate Junction to (arr.) Hemp TC / East via Port Authority Bus Terminal, 47-50 Sts-Rockefeller Ctr, Jamaica-179 St, and 178 St / Hillside in around 3h 37m.

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