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Boston to Hempstead trains

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Trip Overview

The average train between Boston and Hempstead takes 6h 7m and the fastest train takes 4h 39m. The train service runs several times per day from Boston 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.

6h 7m
Duration
252 mi
Distance
$425
Average price
Twice daily
Frequency

Boston to Hempstead train times

Trains run twice daily between Boston and Hempstead. The earliest departure is at 7:15 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Boston is at 7:55 PM which arrives into Hempstead at 2:36 AM. All services require a transfer at Ny Moynihan Train Hall At Penn Station and take an average of 6h 7m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Saturday, October 31, 2026

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    Amtrak AcelaLong Island Rail Road4h 39m • 1 change
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    AmtrakLong Island Rail Road5h 10m • 1 change
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    Arrives next day

    AmtrakLong Island Rail Road7h 41m • 1 change

Departing Sunday, November 1, 2026

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    AmtrakLong Island Rail Road5h 10m • 1 change

Departing Friday, November 6, 2026

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    Amtrak AcelaLong Island Rail Road5h 16m • 1 change
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    Arrives next day

    AmtrakLong Island Rail Road5h 20m • 1 change

Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from Boston 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.

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  • Distance: 252 mi
  • Duration: 6h 7m

What companies run services between Boston, MA, USA and Hempstead, NY, USA?

Amtrak operates a train from Boston to Ny Moynihan Train Hall At Penn Station every 3 hours. Tickets cost $120–200 and the journey takes 4h 2m. Amtrak Acela also services this route every 4 hours.

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