What is the cheapest way to get from Far Rockaway to Hempstead?

The cheapest way to get from Far Rockaway to Hempstead is to drive which costs $2 - $3 and takes 16 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Far Rockaway to Hempstead?

The fastest way to get from Far Rockaway to Hempstead is to taxi which takes 16 min and costs $100 - $130.

Is there a direct bus between Far Rockaway and Hempstead?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Mott Av / Central and arriving at Centre St / Franklin. Services depart every 30 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 2m.

Is there a direct train between Far Rockaway and Hempstead?

No, there is no direct train from Far Rockaway to Hempstead. However, there are services departing from Far Rockaway and arriving at Hempstead via Jamaica. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 33m.

How far is it from Far Rockaway to Hempstead?

The distance between Far Rockaway and Hempstead is 11 miles. The road distance is 10.9 miles.

How do I travel from Far Rockaway to Hempstead without a car?

The best way to get from Far Rockaway to Hempstead without a car is to bus which takes 1h 2m and costs $3.

How long does it take to get from Far Rockaway to Hempstead?

The bus from Mott Av / Central to Centre St / Franklin takes 1h 2m including transfers and departs every 30 minutes.

Where do I catch the Far Rockaway to Hempstead bus from?

Far Rockaway to Hempstead bus services, operated by Nassau Inter-County Express, depart from Mott Av / Central station.

Where do I catch the Far Rockaway to Hempstead train from?

Far Rockaway to Hempstead train services, operated by Long Island Rail Road, depart from Far Rockaway station.

Train or bus from Far Rockaway to Hempstead?

The best way to get from Far Rockaway to Hempstead is to bus which takes 1h 2m and costs $3. Alternatively, you can train, which costs $7 - $16 and takes 1h 33m.

Where does the Far Rockaway to Hempstead bus arrive?

Far Rockaway to Hempstead bus services, operated by Nassau Inter-County Express, arrive at Centre St / Franklin station.

Where does the Far Rockaway to Hempstead train arrive?

Far Rockaway to Hempstead train services, operated by Long Island Rail Road, arrive at Jamaica station.

Can I drive from Far Rockaway to Hempstead?

Yes, the driving distance between Far Rockaway to Hempstead is 11 miles. It takes approximately 16 min to drive from Far Rockaway to Hempstead.

Where can I stay near Hempstead?

There are 316+ hotels available in Hempstead.

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There are 4 ways to get from Far Rockaway to Hempstead by bus, train, taxi, or car

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Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Mott Av / Central to Centre St / Franklinbus n31 / ...
1h 2m
$3
Drive 10.9 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Far Rockaway to Hempsteadcar 10.9 mi
16 min
$2–3
Train
1. Take the train from Far Rockaway to Jamaicatrain Far Rockaway Branch
2. Take the train from Jamaica to Hempsteadtrain Hempstead Branch
1h 33m
$7–15
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Far Rockaway to Hempsteadtaxi 10.9 mi
16 min
$100–130

Far Rockaway to Hempstead by train

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Distance: 11.1 mi
Duration: 1h 2m

What companies run services between Far Rockaway, NY, USA and Hempstead, NY, USA?

Nassau Inter-County Express operates a bus from Mott Av / Central to Centre St / Franklin every 30 minutes. Tickets cost $3 and the journey takes 1h 2m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Far Rockaway to Hempstead via Jamaica in around 1h 33m.

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