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

The cheapest way to get from Hempstead to Flushing–Main Street Station (LIRR) is to drive which costs $2 - $4 and takes 20 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Hempstead to Flushing–Main Street Station (LIRR) is to taxi which takes 20 min and costs $120 - $160.

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

No, there is no direct bus from Hempstead to Flushing–Main Street Station (LIRR). However, there are services departing from Terrace Av / Fulton and arriving at 39 Av/Main St via Hillside Av/178 St. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 49m.

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

No, there is no direct train from Hempstead to Flushing–Main Street Station (LIRR). However, there are services departing from Mineola and arriving at Flushing Main Street via Woodside. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 50 min.

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

The distance between Hempstead and Flushing–Main Street Station (LIRR) is 20 miles. The road distance is 13.5 miles.

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

Hempstead to Flushing–Main Street Station (LIRR) bus services, operated by Nassau Inter-County Express, depart from Terrace Av / Fulton station.

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

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

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

The best way to get from Hempstead to Flushing–Main Street Station (LIRR) is to train which takes 50 min and costs $7 - $15. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $5 - $11 and takes 1h 49m.

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

Hempstead to Flushing–Main Street Station (LIRR) bus services, operated by Nassau Inter-County Express, arrive at 179 St / Hillside station.

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

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

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

Yes, the driving distance between Hempstead to Flushing–Main Street Station (LIRR) is 14 miles. It takes approximately 20 min to drive from Hempstead to Flushing–Main Street Station (LIRR).

Where can I stay near Flushing–Main Street Station (LIRR)?

There are 3609+ hotels available in Flushing–Main Street Station (LIRR).

Hempstead to Flushing–Main Street Station (LIRR)

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

It takes approximately 50 min to get from Hempstead to Flushing–Main Street Station (LIRR), including transfers.

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Mineola to Woodsidetrain Ronkonkoma Branch / ...
2. Take the train from Woodside to Flushing Main Streettrain Port Washington Branch
50 min
$7–14
Drive 13.4 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Hempstead to Flushing–Main Street Station (LIRR)car 13.4 mi
20 min
$3–4
Bus
1. Take the bus from Terrace Av / Fulton to 179 St / Hillsidebus n6 / ...
2. Take the bus from Hillside Av/178 St to 39 Av/Main Stbus Q17
1h 49m
$6–11
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Hempstead to Flushing–Main Street Station (LIRR)taxi 13.4 mi
20 min
$120–160

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

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Distance: 19.7 mi
Duration: 50 min

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

You can take a train from Mineola to Flushing–Main Street Station (LIRR) via Woodside and Flushing Main Street in around 50 min. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Terrace Av / Fulton to Flushing–Main Street Station (LIRR) via Hillside Av/178 St and 39 Av/Main St in around 1h 49m.

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