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Union Station to Hempstead trains

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Trip Overview

The average train between Union Station and Hempstead takes 4h 29m and the fastest train takes 3h 42m. The train service runs several times per day from Union Station 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.

4h 29m
Duration
243 mi
Distance
$155
Average price
Every 4 hours
Frequency

Union Station to Hempstead train times

Trains run every 4 hours between Union Station and Hempstead. The earliest departure is at 4:50 AM at night, and the last departure from Union Station is at 10:00 PM which arrives into Hempstead at 6:02 AM. All services require a transfer at Ny Moynihan Train Hall At Penn Station and take an average of 4h 29m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Friday, November 6, 2026

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    AmtrakLong Island Rail Road4h 46m • 1 change
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    Arrives next day

    Amtrak AcelaLong Island Rail Road4h 3m • 1 change
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    Arrives next day

    AmtrakLong Island Rail Road5h • 1 change
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    Arrives next day

    AmtrakLong Island Rail Road8h 2m • 1 change

Departing Saturday, November 7, 2026

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    Amtrak AcelaLong Island Rail Road4h 4m • 1 change
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    AmtrakLong Island Rail Road4h 34m • 1 change
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    Amtrak AcelaLong Island Rail Road4h 14m • 1 change
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    Amtrak AcelaLong Island Rail Road4h 6m • 1 change
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Departing Sunday, November 8, 2026

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    AmtrakLong Island Rail Road4h 34m • 1 change
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    Amtrak AcelaLong Island Rail Road4h 14m • 1 change
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    Amtrak AcelaLong Island Rail Road4h 6m • 1 change
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    AmtrakLong Island Rail Road4h 49m • 1 change
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Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from Union Station 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: 243.3 mi
  • Duration: 4h 29m

What companies run services between Union Station, DC, USA and Hempstead, NY, USA?

Amtrak Acela operates a train from Washington Union Station to Ny Moynihan Train Hall At Penn Station hourly. Tickets cost $50–750 and the journey takes 3h. Amtrak also services this route hourly.

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