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How to get fromHarlem to Hofstra Universityby train, bus, car, or taxi

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There are 4 ways to get from Harlem to Hofstra University by train, bus, car, or taxi

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  1. Train

    best
    1. Take the train from Grand Central Terminal to Hempsteadtrain train Hempstead Branch
    2h 10m
    $16–27

  2. Drive 22.8 mi

    cheapest
    1. Drive from Harlem to Hofstra Universitycar car 22.8 mi
    34 min
    $5–6

  3. Bus

    1. Take the bus from 27 Av/2 St to 39 Av/Main Stbus bus Q19
    2. Take the bus from Main St/38 Av to Hillside Av/179 Stbus bus Q17
    3. Take the bus from 178 St / Hillside to (arr.) Hemp TC / Eastbus bus n6 / ...
    3h
    $12–21

  4. Taxi

    1. Take the taxi from Harlem to Hofstra Universitytaxi taxi 22.8 mi
    34 min
    $200–250

Harlem to Hofstra University by train, bus, and foot

Calendar139Weekly Services
Duration2h 10mAverage Duration
Ticket$16Cheapest Price
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  • Distance: 27.1 mi
  • Duration: 2h 10m

What companies run services between Harlem, NY, USA and Hofstra University, NY, USA?

Long Island Rail Road operates a train from Grand Central Terminal to Hempstead hourly. Tickets cost $7–15 and the journey takes 54 min. Alternatively, you can take a bus from 27 Av/2 St to Hofstra University via 39 Av/Main St, Main St/38 Av, Hillside Av/179 St, 178 St / Hillside, (arr.) Hemp TC / East, Hemp Trans Ctr / Bays 16-21, and Fulton St + Duncan Rd. in around 3h.

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