The average train between Hempstead and Scotch Plains takes 2h 29m and the fastest train takes 2h. The train service runs several times per day from Hempstead to Scotch Plains. 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 5 times a day between Hempstead and Scotch Plains. The earliest departure is at 3:43 AM at night, and the last departure from Hempstead is at 5:00 PM which arrives into Scotch Plains at 7:05 PM. All services require a transfer at New York Penn Station and take an average of 2h 29m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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2h 21m • 2 changesWant to know about travelling from Hempstead to Scotch Plains? 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 Hempstead to Scotch Plains. However, there are services departing from Hempstead station and arriving at Fanwood station via New York Penn Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 29m.
Hempstead to Scotch Plains train services, operated by Long Island Rail Road, depart from Hempstead station.
Hempstead to Scotch Plains train services, operated by NJ Transit, arrive at Fanwood station.
The distance between Hempstead and Scotch Plains is 65.3 km. The road distance is 72 km.
You can take a train from Hempstead to Fanwood via New York Penn Station and Newark Penn Station in around 2h 21m.