What is the cheapest way to get from Albany to Hofstra University?

The cheapest way to get from Albany to Hofstra University is to drive which costs $29 - $45 and takes 3h 6m.

What is the fastest way to get from Albany to Hofstra University?

The fastest way to get from Albany to Hofstra University is to drive which takes 3h 6m and costs $29 - $45.

Is there a direct bus between Albany and Hofstra University?

No, there is no direct bus from Albany to Hofstra University. However, there are services departing from Albany and arriving at Fulton St + Duncan Rd. via Hemp Trans Ctr / Bays 16-21. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 48m.

Is there a direct train between Albany and Hofstra University?

No, there is no direct train from Albany station to Hofstra University. However, there are services departing from Albany-Rensselaer Amtrak Station and arriving at Hempstead via New York Penn Station and Jamaica. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 23m.

How far is it from Albany to Hofstra University?

The distance between Albany and Hofstra University is 166 miles. The road distance is 162.7 miles.

How do I travel from Albany to Hofstra University without a car?

The best way to get from Albany to Hofstra University without a car is to train which takes 4h 23m and costs $50 - $120.

How long does it take to get from Albany to Hofstra University?

It takes approximately 4h 23m to get from Albany to Hofstra University, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Albany to Hofstra University bus from?

Albany to Hofstra University bus services, operated by Trailways, depart from Albany station.

Where do I catch the Albany to Hofstra University train from?

Albany to Hofstra University train services, operated by Amtrak, depart from Albany-Rensselaer Amtrak Station.

Train or bus from Albany to Hofstra University?

The best way to get from Albany to Hofstra University is to train which takes 4h 23m and costs $50 - $120. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $40 - $120 and takes 4h 48m.

Where does the Albany to Hofstra University bus arrive?

Albany to Hofstra University bus services, operated by Trailways, arrive at New York station.

Where does the Albany to Hofstra University train arrive?

Albany to Hofstra University train services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at Ny Moynihan Train Hall At Penn Station.

Can I drive from Albany to Hofstra University?

Yes, the driving distance between Albany to Hofstra University is 163 miles. It takes approximately 3h 6m to drive from Albany to Hofstra University.

Where can I stay near Hofstra University?

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Albany to Hofstra University - 6 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 6 ways to get from Albany to Hofstra University by train (Amtrak), bus, car, plane, subway, or train

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Train (Amtrak)
best
1. Take the train from Albany-Rensselaer Amtrak Station to Ny Moynihan Train Hall At Penn Stationtrain Empire Service / ...
4h 23m
$54–112
Drive 161.7 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Albany to Hofstra Universitycar 161.7 mi
3h 6m
$30–43
Bus
1. Take the bus from Albany to New Yorkbus Adt A289 / ...
4h 48m
$41–115
Line 905 bus, fly, subway, train
1. Take the bus from Hawk/Capitol Station - Washington Ave & Hawk St to Colonie Station - Central Ave & Colonie Centerbus
2. Fly from Albany County Airport (ALB) to Laguardia Airport (LGA)plane ALB - LGA
3. Take the subway from Jackson Hts-Roosevelt Av to Sutphin Blvd-Archer Av-JFK Airportsubway
4. Take the train from Jamaica to Hempsteadtrain
5h 11m
$90–618
Train via Ossining
1. Take the train from Albany-Rensselaer Amtrak Station to Croton-Harmon Amtrak Stationtrain
2. Take the train from Croton-Harmon to Grand Central Terminaltrain
3. Take the train from Grand Central Terminal to Hempsteadtrain
5h 3m
$51–208
Bus via Hillside Av/180 St
1. Take the bus from Albany, NY to New York, NY - Midtownbus Nyc
2. Take the bus from Madison Av/E 33 St to Hillside Av/180 Stbus
3. Take the bus from 178 St / Hillside to (arr.) Hemp TC / Eastbus n6 / ...
6h 33m
$30–40

Albany to Hofstra University by train, bus, and foot (Amtrak)

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Distance: 164.5 mi
Duration: 4h 23m

What companies run services between Albany, NY, USA and Hofstra University, NY, USA?

Amtrak operates a train from Albany-Rensselaer Amtrak Station to Ny Moynihan Train Hall At Penn Station hourly. Tickets cost $40–95 and the journey takes 2h 31m. Alternatively, Trailways operates a bus from Albany to New York every 2 hours. Tickets cost $29–100 and the journey takes 2h 45m.

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