What is the cheapest way to get from Valley Stream to Hempstead?

The cheapest way to get from Valley Stream to Hempstead is to drive which costs $1 - $2 and takes 9 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Valley Stream to Hempstead?

The fastest way to get from Valley Stream to Hempstead is to taxi which takes 9 min and costs $70 - $85.

Is there a direct bus between Valley Stream and Hempstead?

No, there is no direct bus from Valley Stream to Hempstead. However, there are services departing from Hamilton Pl / Central and arriving at Hilton Av / Fulton via Elmont Rd / Hempstead. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 57 min.

Is there a direct train between Valley Stream and Hempstead?

No, there is no direct train from Valley Stream to Hempstead. However, there are services departing from Valley Stream and arriving at Hempstead via Jamaica. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 11m.

How far is it from Valley Stream to Hempstead?

The distance between Valley Stream and Hempstead is 8 miles. The road distance is 6.8 miles.

How do I travel from Valley Stream to Hempstead without a car?

The best way to get from Valley Stream to Hempstead without a car is to bus which takes 57 min and costs $6.

How long does it take to get from Valley Stream to Hempstead?

It takes approximately 57 min to get from Valley Stream to Hempstead, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Valley Stream to Hempstead bus from?

Valley Stream to Hempstead bus services, operated by Nassau Inter-County Express, depart from Hamilton Pl / Central station.

Where do I catch the Valley Stream to Hempstead train from?

Valley Stream to Hempstead train services, operated by Long Island Rail Road, depart from Valley Stream station.

Train or bus from Valley Stream to Hempstead?

The best way to get from Valley Stream to Hempstead is to bus which takes 57 min and costs $6. Alternatively, you can train, which costs $5 - $13 and takes 1h 11m.

Where does the Valley Stream to Hempstead bus arrive?

Valley Stream to Hempstead bus services, operated by Nassau Inter-County Express, arrive at Hempstead Tp / Elmont station.

Where does the Valley Stream to Hempstead train arrive?

Valley Stream to Hempstead train services, operated by Long Island Rail Road, arrive at Jamaica station.

Can I drive from Valley Stream to Hempstead?

Yes, the driving distance between Valley Stream to Hempstead is 7 miles. It takes approximately 9 min to drive from Valley Stream to Hempstead.

Where can I stay near Hempstead?

There are 356+ hotels available in Hempstead.

Valley Stream to Hempstead - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, taxi, and car

There are 4 ways to get from Valley Stream to Hempstead by bus, train, taxi, or car

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

Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Hamilton Pl / Central to Hempstead Tp / Elmontbus n1
2. Take the bus from Elmont Rd / Hempstead to Hilton Av / Fultonbus n6 / ...
57 min
$6
Drive 6.7 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Valley Stream to Hempsteadcar 6.7 mi
9 min
$2
Train
1. Take the train from Valley Stream to Jamaicatrain Far Rockaway Branch / ...
2. Take the train from Jamaica to Hempsteadtrain Hempstead Branch
1h 11m
$6–12
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Valley Stream to Hempsteadtaxi 6.7 mi
9 min
$70–85

Valley Stream to Hempstead by bus

212Weekly Buses

57 minAverage Duration

$6Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Valley Stream to Hempstead.

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Distance: 8.2 mi
Duration: 57 min

What companies run services between Valley Stream, NY, USA and Hempstead, NY, USA?

You can take a bus from Hamilton Pl / Central to Hilton Av / Fulton via Hempstead Tp / Elmont and Elmont Rd / Hempstead in around 57 min. Alternatively, you can take a train from Valley Stream to Hempstead via Jamaica in around 1h 11m.

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