The average bus between Columbia University and Hempstead takes 3h 8m and the fastest bus takes 2h 25m. There is a bus service every few hours from Columbia University to Hempstead. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.
Buses run hourly between Columbia University and Hempstead. The earliest departure is at 12:42 AM at night, and the last departure from Columbia University is at 9:56 PM which arrives into Hempstead at 12:30 AM. All services require a transfer at Amsterdam Av/W 120 St and take an average of 3h 8m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.



4h 37m • 3 changes


2h 25m • 3 changes


2h 47m • 3 changes


2h 40m • 3 changesWant to know about travelling from Columbia University to Hempstead? We have put together a list of the most frequently asked questions from our users such as: What is the cheapest mode of transport? What is the quickest option? How much do tickets usually cost? and many more.
No, there is no direct bus from Columbia University to Hempstead. However, there are services departing from Columbia University station and arriving at Hempstead station via Laguardia Airport/Terminal B. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 8m.
Columbia University to Hempstead bus services, operated by MTA Bus Company, depart from Amsterdam Av/W 120 St station.
Columbia University to Hempstead bus services, operated by MTA Bus Company, arrive at Hilton Av / Fulton station.
The distance between Columbia University and Hempstead is 31 km. The road distance is 49 km.
You can take a vehicle from Columbia University to Hilton Av / Fulton via Amsterdam Av/W 120 St, Lga/Terminal B, Main St/Roosevelt Av, Hillside Av/179 St, and 178 St / Hillside in around 3h 21m.