What is the cheapest way to get from Central Islip to Hempstead?

The cheapest way to get from Central Islip to Hempstead is to line 4 bus and bus which costs $6 and takes 2h 19m.

What is the fastest way to get from Central Islip to Hempstead?

The fastest way to get from Central Islip to Hempstead is to drive which takes 32 min and costs $4 - $7.

Is there a direct bus between Central Islip and Hempstead?

No, there is no direct bus from Central Islip to Hempstead. However, there are services departing from W Suffolk Ave/Wheeler Rd and arriving at Grove St / Greenwich via Amityville Sta. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 19m.

Is there a direct train between Central Islip and Hempstead?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Central Islip and arriving at Mineola. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 37 min.

How far is it from Central Islip to Hempstead?

The distance between Central Islip and Hempstead is 25 miles. The road distance is 25.9 miles.

How do I travel from Central Islip to Hempstead without a car?

The best way to get from Central Islip to Hempstead without a car is to train which takes 37 min and costs $8 - $17.

How long does it take to get from Central Islip to Hempstead?

The train from Central Islip to Mineola takes 37 min including transfers and departs hourly.

Where do I catch the Central Islip to Hempstead bus from?

Central Islip to Hempstead bus services, operated by Suffolk County Transit, depart from W Suffolk Ave/Wheeler Rd station.

Where do I catch the Central Islip to Hempstead train from?

Central Islip to Hempstead train services, operated by Long Island Rail Road, depart from Central Islip station.

Train or bus from Central Islip to Hempstead?

The best way to get from Central Islip to Hempstead is to train which takes 37 min and costs $8 - $17. Alternatively, you can line 4 bus and bus, which costs $6 and takes 2h 19m.

Where does the Central Islip to Hempstead bus arrive?

Central Islip to Hempstead bus services, operated by Suffolk County Transit, arrive at Amityville LIRR station.

Where does the Central Islip to Hempstead train arrive?

Central Islip to Hempstead train services, operated by Long Island Rail Road, arrive at Mineola station.

Can I drive from Central Islip to Hempstead?

Yes, the driving distance between Central Islip to Hempstead is 26 miles. It takes approximately 32 min to drive from Central Islip to Hempstead.

Where can I stay near Hempstead?

There are 318+ hotels available in Hempstead.

Central Islip to Hempstead - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and taxi

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There are 5 ways to get from Central Islip to Hempstead by train, bus, car, or taxi

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Central Islip to Mineolatrain Ronkonkoma Branch
37 min
$8–17
Drive 25.7 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Central Islip to Hempsteadcar 25.7 mi
32 min
$5–7
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Central Islip to Hicksvilletrain Ronkonkoma Branch
2. Take the bus from Hicksville LIRR Station to Front St + Clinton Stbus n48 / ...
1h 31m
$10–16
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Central Islip to Hempsteadtaxi 25.7 mi
32 min
$230–280
Line 4 bus, bus
1. Take the bus from W Suffolk Ave/Wheeler Rd to Amityville LIRRbus 4
2. Take the bus from Amityville Sta to Grove St / Greenwichbus n54 / ...
2h 19m
$5

Central Islip to Hempstead by train

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Distance: 25 mi
Duration: 37 min

What companies run services between Central Islip, NY, USA and Hempstead, NY, USA?

Long Island Rail Road operates a train from Central Islip to Mineola hourly. Tickets cost $8–17 and the journey takes 37 min. Alternatively, you can take a bus from W Suffolk Ave/Wheeler Rd to Grove St / Greenwich via Amityville LIRR and Amityville Sta in around 2h 19m.

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