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

The cheapest way to get from Hempstead to Central Islip is to drive which costs $4 - $7 and takes 32 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Hempstead to Central Islip is to drive which takes 32 min and costs $4 - $7.

Is there a direct bus between Hempstead and Central Islip?

No, there is no direct bus from Hempstead to Central Islip. However, there are services departing from Grove St / Greenwich and arriving at E Suffolk Ave/Carleton Ave via Amityville LIRR. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 39m.

Is there a direct train between Hempstead and Central Islip?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Mineola and arriving at Central Islip. Services depart every 20 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 38 min.

How far is it from Hempstead to Central Islip?

The distance between Hempstead and Central Islip is 25 miles. The road distance is 26 miles.

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

The best way to get from Hempstead to Central Islip without a car is to train which takes 38 min and costs $8 - $17.

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

The train from Mineola to Central Islip takes 38 min including transfers and departs every 20 minutes.

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

Hempstead to Central Islip bus services, operated by Nassau Inter-County Express, depart from Grove St / Greenwich station.

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

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

Train or bus from Hempstead to Central Islip?

The best way to get from Hempstead to Central Islip is to train which takes 38 min and costs $8 - $17. Alternatively, you can bus and line 4 bus, which costs $6 and takes 2h 39m.

Where does the Hempstead to Central Islip bus arrive?

Hempstead to Central Islip bus services, operated by Nassau Inter-County Express, arrive at Amityville Sta station.

Where does the Hempstead to Central Islip train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Hempstead to Central Islip?

Yes, the driving distance between Hempstead to Central Islip is 26 miles. It takes approximately 32 min to drive from Hempstead to Central Islip.

Where can I stay near Central Islip?

There are 124+ hotels available in Central Islip.

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

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Mineola to Central Isliptrain Ronkonkoma Branch
38 min
$8–17
Drive 25.9 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Hempstead to Central Islipcar 25.9 mi
32 min
$5–7
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Front St + Peninsula Blvd to Hicksville Sta / Duffybus n48 / ...
2. Take the train from Hicksville to Central Isliptrain Ronkonkoma Branch
1h 13m
$10–17
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Hempstead to Central Isliptaxi 25.9 mi
32 min
$230–280
Bus, line 4 bus
1. Take the bus from Grove St / Greenwich to Amityville Stabus n54 / ...
2. Take the bus from Amityville LIRR to E Suffolk Ave/Carleton Avebus 4
2h 39m
$6

Hempstead to Central Islip by train

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Distance: 25 mi
Duration: 38 min

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

Long Island Rail Road operates a train from Mineola to Central Islip every 20 minutes. Tickets cost $8–17 and the journey takes 38 min. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Grove St / Greenwich to E Suffolk Ave/Carleton Ave via Amityville Sta and Amityville LIRR in around 2h 39m.

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