What is the cheapest way to get from Woodside to Hempstead?

The cheapest way to get from Woodside to Hempstead is to drive which costs $3 - $5 and takes 27 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Woodside to Hempstead?

The fastest way to get from Woodside to Hempstead is to taxi which takes 27 min and costs $150 - $190.

Is there a direct train between Woodside and Hempstead?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Woodside and arriving at Mineola. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 29 min.

How far is it from Woodside to Hempstead?

The distance between Woodside and Hempstead is 15 miles. The road distance is 17.1 miles.

How do I travel from Woodside to Hempstead without a car?

The best way to get from Woodside to Hempstead without a car is to train which takes 29 min and costs $5 - $12.

How long does it take to get from Woodside to Hempstead?

The train from Woodside to Mineola takes 29 min including transfers and departs hourly.

Where do I catch the Woodside to Hempstead train from?

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

Where does the Woodside to Hempstead train arrive?

Woodside to Hempstead train services, operated by Long Island Rail Road, arrive at Mineola station.

Can I drive from Woodside to Hempstead?

Yes, the driving distance between Woodside to Hempstead is 17 miles. It takes approximately 27 min to drive from Woodside to Hempstead.

Where can I stay near Hempstead?

There are 306+ hotels available in Hempstead.

Woodside to Hempstead - 5 ways to travel via train, subway, bus, taxi, and car

There are 5 ways to get from Woodside to Hempstead by train, subway, 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 Woodside to MineolaPort Jefferson Branch / ...
29 min
$5–12
Drive 17 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Woodside to Hempstead17 mi
27 min
$4–5
Subway, bus
1. Take the subway from 65 St to Jamaica-179 StF
2. Take the bus from 178 St / Hillside to (arr.) Hemp TC / Eastn6 / ...
1h 35m
$6
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Woodside to Hempstead17 mi
27 min
$150–190
Train via Jamaica
1. Take the train from Woodside to JamaicaFar Rockaway Branch / ...
2. Take the train from Jamaica to HempsteadHempstead Branch
1h 5m
$6–12

Woodside to Hempstead by train

241Weekly Trains

29 minAverage Duration

$5Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Woodside to Hempstead.

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Distance: 15.3 mi
Duration: 29 min

What companies run services between Woodside, Queens County, NY, USA and Hempstead, NY, USA?

Long Island Rail Road operates a train from Woodside to Mineola hourly. Tickets cost $5–12 and the journey takes 29 min.

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