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

The cheapest way to get from Central Islip to West Hempstead is to drive which costs $5 - $8 and takes 35 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Central Islip to West Hempstead is to drive which takes 35 min and costs $5 - $8.

Is there a direct bus between Central Islip and West Hempstead?

No, there is no direct bus from Central Islip to West Hempstead. However, there are services departing from W Suffolk Ave/Wheeler Rd and arriving at Arden Bl / Hempstead via Amityville Sta and Hemp Trans Ctr / Columbia. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 42m.

Is there a direct train between Central Islip and West Hempstead?

No, there is no direct train from Central Islip to West Hempstead. However, there are services departing from Central Islip and arriving at West Hempstead via Jamaica. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 54m.

How far is it from Central Islip to West Hempstead?

The distance between Central Islip and West Hempstead is 29 miles. The road distance is 27.7 miles.

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

The best way to get from Central Islip to West Hempstead without a car is to train and bus which takes 1h 54m and costs $13 - $20.

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

It takes approximately 1h 54m to get from Central Islip to West Hempstead, including transfers.

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

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

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

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

Train or bus from Central Islip to West Hempstead?

The best way to get from Central Islip to West Hempstead is to train which takes 1h 54m and costs $12 - $29. Alternatively, you can line 4 bus and bus, which costs $9 and takes 2h 42m.

Where does the Central Islip to West Hempstead bus arrive?

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

Where does the Central Islip to West Hempstead train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Central Islip to West Hempstead?

Yes, the driving distance between Central Islip to West Hempstead is 28 miles. It takes approximately 35 min to drive from Central Islip to West Hempstead.

Where can I stay near West Hempstead?

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

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

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Train, bus
best
1. Take the train from Central Islip to Hicksvilletrain Ronkonkoma Branch
2. Take the bus from Hicksville LIRR Station to (arr.) Hemp TC / Westbus n49 / ...
1h 54m
$13–19
Drive 27.5 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Central Islip to West Hempsteadcar 27.5 mi
35 min
$5–8
Train
1. Take the train from Central Islip to Jamaicatrain Ronkonkoma Branch
2. Take the train from Jamaica to West Hempsteadtrain West Hempstead Branch
1h 54m
$12–28
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Central Islip to West Hempsteadtaxi 27.5 mi
35 min
$240–300
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 (arr.) Hemp TC / Westbus n55 / ...
2h 42m
$8

Central Islip to West Hempstead by train and bus

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1h 54mAverage Duration

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Distance: 28.8 mi
Duration: 1h 54m

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

You can take a train from Central Islip to West Hempstead via Jamaica in around 1h 54m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from W Suffolk Ave/Wheeler Rd to Arden Bl / Hempstead via Amityville LIRR, Amityville Sta, (arr.) Hemp TC / West, and Hemp Trans Ctr / Columbia in around 2h 42m.

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