What is the cheapest way to get from Flushing–Main Street Station (LIRR) to Hempstead?

The cheapest way to get from Flushing–Main Street Station (LIRR) to Hempstead is to drive which costs $2 - $4 and takes 21 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Flushing–Main Street Station (LIRR) to Hempstead?

The fastest way to get from Flushing–Main Street Station (LIRR) to Hempstead is to taxi which takes 21 min and costs $130 - $160.

Is there a direct bus between Flushing–Main Street Station (LIRR) and Hempstead?

No, there is no direct bus from Flushing–Main Street Station (LIRR) to Hempstead. However, there are services departing from Kissena Blvd/Main St and arriving at Hilton Av / Fulton via 178 St / Hillside. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 48m.

Is there a direct train between Flushing–Main Street Station (LIRR) and Hempstead?

No, there is no direct train from Flushing–Main Street Station (LIRR) to Hempstead. However, there are services departing from Flushing Main Street and arriving at Mineola via Woodside. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 56 min.

How far is it from Flushing–Main Street Station (LIRR) to Hempstead?

The distance between Flushing–Main Street Station (LIRR) and Hempstead is 20 miles. The road distance is 13.9 miles.

Where do I catch the Flushing–Main Street Station (LIRR) to Hempstead bus from?

Flushing–Main Street Station (LIRR) to Hempstead bus services, operated by MTA Bus Company, depart from Kissena Blvd/Main St station.

Where do I catch the Flushing–Main Street Station (LIRR) to Hempstead train from?

Flushing–Main Street Station (LIRR) to Hempstead train services, operated by Long Island Rail Road, depart from Flushing Main Street station.

Train or bus from Flushing–Main Street Station (LIRR) to Hempstead?

The best way to get from Flushing–Main Street Station (LIRR) to Hempstead is to train which takes 56 min and costs $6 - $14. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $6 - $11 and takes 1h 48m.

Where does the Flushing–Main Street Station (LIRR) to Hempstead bus arrive?

Flushing–Main Street Station (LIRR) to Hempstead bus services, operated by MTA Bus Company, arrive at Hillside Av/179 St station.

Where does the Flushing–Main Street Station (LIRR) to Hempstead train arrive?

Flushing–Main Street Station (LIRR) to Hempstead train services, operated by Long Island Rail Road, arrive at Woodside station.

Can I drive from Flushing–Main Street Station (LIRR) to Hempstead?

Yes, the driving distance between Flushing–Main Street Station (LIRR) to Hempstead is 14 miles. It takes approximately 21 min to drive from Flushing–Main Street Station (LIRR) to Hempstead.

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Flushing–Main Street Station (LIRR) to Hempstead

Q: How long does it take to get from Flushing–Main Street Station (LIRR) to Hempstead?

It takes approximately 56 min to get from Flushing–Main Street Station (LIRR) to Hempstead, including transfers.

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There are 4 ways to get from Flushing–Main Street Station (LIRR) to Hempstead by train, bus, taxi, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Flushing Main Street to Woodsidetrain Port Washington Branch
2. Take the train from Woodside to Mineolatrain Port Jefferson Branch / ...
56 min
$6–14
Drive 13.8 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Flushing–Main Street Station (LIRR) to Hempsteadcar 13.8 mi
21 min
$3–4
Bus
1. Take the bus from Kissena Blvd/Main St to Hillside Av/179 Stbus Q17
2. Take the bus from 178 St / Hillside to Hilton Av / Fultonbus n6 / ...
1h 48m
$6–10
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Flushing–Main Street Station (LIRR) to Hempsteadtaxi 13.8 mi
21 min
$130–160

Flushing–Main Street Station (LIRR) to Hempstead by foot and train

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Distance: 19.7 mi
Duration: 56 min

What companies run services between Flushing–Main Street Station (LIRR), NY, USA and Hempstead, NY, USA?

You can take a vehicle from Flushing–Main Street Station (LIRR) to Mineola via Flushing Main Street and Woodside in around 56 min. Alternatively, you can take a vehicle from Flushing–Main Street Station (LIRR) to Hilton Av / Fulton via Kissena Blvd/Main St, Hillside Av/179 St, and 178 St / Hillside in around 1h 48m.

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