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

The cheapest way to get from Albany - Rensselaer to Hofstra University is to drive which costs $28 - $45 and takes 3h 20m.

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

The fastest way to get from Albany - Rensselaer to Hofstra University is to drive which takes 3h 20m and costs $28 - $45.

Is there a direct bus between Albany - Rensselaer and Hofstra University?

No, there is no direct bus from Albany - Rensselaer to Hofstra University. However, there are services departing from Albany - Rensselaer and arriving at Fulton St + Duncan Rd. via Hemp Trans Ctr / Bays 16-21. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 23m.

Is there a direct train between Albany - Rensselaer and Hofstra University?

No, there is no direct train from Albany - Rensselaer 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 6m.

How far is it from Albany - Rensselaer to Hofstra University?

The distance between Albany - Rensselaer and Hofstra University is 165 miles. The road distance is 156 miles.

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

The best way to get from Albany - Rensselaer to Hofstra University without a car is to train which takes 4h 6m and costs $50 - $110.

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

It takes approximately 4h 6m to get from Albany - Rensselaer to Hofstra University, including transfers.

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

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

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

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

Train or bus from Albany - Rensselaer to Hofstra University?

The best way to get from Albany - Rensselaer to Hofstra University is to train which takes 4h 6m and costs $50 - $110. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $40 - $120 and takes 4h 23m.

Where does the Albany - Rensselaer to Hofstra University bus arrive?

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

Where does the Albany - Rensselaer to Hofstra University train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Albany - Rensselaer to Hofstra University?

Yes, the driving distance between Albany - Rensselaer to Hofstra University is 156 miles. It takes approximately 3h 20m to drive from Albany - Rensselaer to Hofstra University.

Where can I stay near Hofstra University?

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

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There are 6 ways to get from Albany - Rensselaer to Hofstra University by train (Amtrak), bus, car, plane, 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 6m
$50–105
Drive 155.1 mi
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1. Drive from Albany - Rensselaer to Hofstra Universitycar 155.1 mi
3h 20m
$29–41
Bus
1. Take the bus from Albany - Rensselaer to New Yorkbus Adt A287 / ...
4h 23m
$41–115
Line 905 bus, fly, train
1. Take the bus from Broadway/SUNY Plaza Station - B'way & SUNY Plaza to Colonie Station - Central Ave & Colonie Centerbus
2. Fly from Albany County Airport (ALB) to Laguardia Airport (LGA)plane ALB - LGA
3. Take the train from Jamaica to Hempsteadtrain
5h 26m
$86–620
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
4h 45m
$51–207
Bus via Hillside Av/180 St
1. Take the bus from Albany-Rensselaer to New York, NYbus Albany
2. Take the bus from Madison Av/E 33 St to Hillside Av/180 Stbus Qm68
6h 45m
$29–64

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

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Distance: 164.5 mi
Duration: 4h 6m

What companies run services between Albany - Rensselaer, 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 $40–90 and the journey takes 2h 31m. Alternatively, Trailways operates a bus from Albany - Rensselaer to New York every 4 hours. Tickets cost $29–100 and the journey takes 2h 35m.

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