The average train between Beacon and Hempstead takes 2h 52m and the fastest train takes 2h 29m. The train service runs several times per day from Beacon 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.
Trains run twice daily between Beacon and Hempstead. The earliest departure is at 7:15 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Beacon is at 12:15 PM which arrives into Hempstead at 3:19 PM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 2h 52m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

2h 29m • 1 change
2h 39m • 1 change
2h 42m • 1 change
2h 42m • 1 changeWant to know about travelling from Beacon 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 train from Beacon to Hempstead. However, there are services departing from Beacon station and arriving at Hempstead station via Grand Central Terminal station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 52m.
Beacon to Hempstead train services, operated by Metro-North Railroad (MNR), depart from Beacon station.
Beacon to Hempstead train services, operated by Long Island Rail Road, arrive at Hempstead station.
The distance between Beacon and Hempstead is 93.5 km. The road distance is 115 km.
You can take a train from Beacon to Hempstead via Grand Central Terminal in around 3h 5m.