What is the cheapest way to get from Columbia University to Hempstead?

The cheapest way to get from Columbia University to Hempstead is to drive which costs $4 - $7 and takes 35 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Columbia University to Hempstead?

The fastest way to get from Columbia University to Hempstead is to drive which takes 35 min and costs $4 - $7.

Is there a direct bus between Columbia University and Hempstead?

No, there is no direct bus from Columbia University to Hempstead. However, there are services departing from Amsterdam Av/W 120 St and arriving at Hilton Av / Fulton via Lga/Terminal B, Main St/Roosevelt Av and 178 St / Hillside. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 21m.

Is there a direct train between Columbia University and Hempstead?

No, there is no direct train from Columbia University to Hempstead. However, there are services departing from 116 St-Columbia University and arriving at Mineola via New York Penn Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 12m.

How far is it from Columbia University to Hempstead?

The distance between Columbia University and Hempstead is 26 miles. The road distance is 23.1 miles.

How do I travel from Columbia University to Hempstead without a car?

The best way to get from Columbia University to Hempstead without a car is to line 1 subway and train which takes 1h 12m and costs $9 - $17.

How long does it take to get from Columbia University to Hempstead?

It takes approximately 1h 12m to get from Columbia University to Hempstead, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Columbia University to Hempstead bus from?

Columbia University to Hempstead bus services, operated by MTA Bus Company, depart from Amsterdam Av/W 120 St station.

Where do I catch the Columbia University to Hempstead train from?

Columbia University to Hempstead train services, operated by MTA, depart from 116 St-Columbia University station.

Where does the Columbia University to Hempstead bus arrive?

Columbia University to Hempstead bus services, operated by MTA Bus Company, arrive at Laguardia Airport/Terminal B station.

Where does the Columbia University to Hempstead train arrive?

Columbia University to Hempstead train services, operated by MTA, arrive at 34 St-Penn Station.

Can I drive from Columbia University to Hempstead?

Yes, the driving distance between Columbia University to Hempstead is 23 miles. It takes approximately 35 min to drive from Columbia University to Hempstead.

Where can I stay near Hempstead?

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There are 5 ways to get from Columbia University to Hempstead by subway, train, bus, car, or taxi

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Line 1 subway, train
best
1. Take the subway from 116 St-Columbia University to 34 St-Penn Stationsubway 1
2. Take the train from New York Penn Station to Mineolatrain Port Jefferson Branch / ...
1h 12m
$10–17
Drive 23 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Columbia University to Hempsteadcar 23 mi
35 min
$5–7
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Broadway/W 120 St to 5 Av/W 41 Stbus M4 / ...
2. Take the train from Grand Central Terminal to Hempsteadtrain Hempstead Branch
2h 32m
$10–22
Bus
1. Take the bus from Amsterdam Av/W 120 St to Laguardia Airport/Terminal Bbus
2. Take the bus from Main St/Roosevelt Av to Hillside Av/179 Stbus Q17
3. Take the bus from 178 St / Hillside to Hilton Av / Fultonbus n6 / ...
3h 21m
$12–26
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Columbia University to Hempsteadtaxi 23 mi
35 min
$210–250

Columbia University to Hempstead by foot, subway, and train

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Distance: 25.4 mi
Duration: 1h 12m

What companies run services between Columbia University, NY, USA and Hempstead, NY, USA?

You can take a vehicle from Columbia University to Hilton Av / Fulton via Amsterdam Av/W 120 St, Lga/Terminal B, Main St/Roosevelt Av, Hillside Av/179 St, and 178 St / Hillside in around 3h 21m.

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