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 55 min.

Is there a direct train between Valley Stream and Hempstead?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Valley Stream and arriving at West Hempstead. Services depart every four hours, and operate Monday to Friday. The journey takes approximately 29 min.

How far is it from Valley Stream to Hempstead?

The distance between Valley Stream and Hempstead is 5 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 train which takes 29 min and costs $3 - $6.

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

The train from Valley Stream to West Hempstead takes 29 min including transfers and departs every four hours.

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 train which takes 29 min and costs $3 - $6. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $6 and takes 55 min.

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 West Hempstead 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 345+ hotels available in Hempstead.

Valley Stream to Hempstead - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, taxi, and car

There are 5 ways to get from Valley Stream to Hempstead by train, bus, 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.

Train
best
1. Take the train from Valley Stream to West HempsteadWest Hempstead Branch
29 min
$3–6
Drive 6.7 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Valley Stream to Hempstead6.7 mi
9 min
$2
Bus
1. Take the bus from Hamilton Pl / Central to Hempstead Tp / Elmontn1
2. Take the bus from Elmont Rd / Hempstead to Hilton Av / Fultonn6 / ...
55 min
$6
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Valley Stream to Hempstead6.7 mi
9 min
$70–85
Train via Jamaica
1. Take the train from Valley Stream to JamaicaFar Rockaway Branch / ...
2. Take the train from Jamaica to HempsteadHempstead Branch
58 min
$6–12

Valley Stream to Hempstead by train

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Map of how to get from Valley Stream to Hempstead.

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Distance: 4.7 mi
Duration: 29 min

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

Long Island Rail Road operates a train from Valley Stream to West Hempstead every 4 hours. Tickets cost $3–6 and the journey takes 29 min. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Hamilton Pl / Central to Hilton Av / Fulton via Hempstead Tp / Elmont and Elmont Rd / Hempstead in around 55 min.

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