What is the cheapest way to get from Hempstead to Riverdale?

The cheapest way to get from Hempstead to Riverdale is to drive which costs $4 - $7 and takes 37 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Hempstead to Riverdale?

The fastest way to get from Hempstead to Riverdale is to drive which takes 37 min and costs $4 - $7.

Is there a direct bus between Hempstead and Riverdale?

No, there is no direct bus from Hempstead to Riverdale. However, there are services departing from Terrace Av / Fulton and arriving at Broadway/Lake View Pl via Merrick Blvd/Archer Av and E 180 St/Boston Rd. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 37m.

Is there a direct train between Hempstead and Riverdale?

No, there is no direct train from Hempstead to Riverdale. However, there are services departing from Hempstead and arriving at Riverdale via Grand Central Terminal. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 40m.

How far is it from Hempstead to Riverdale?

The distance between Hempstead and Riverdale is 34 miles. The road distance is 24.5 miles.

How do I travel from Hempstead to Riverdale without a car?

The best way to get from Hempstead to Riverdale without a car is to train which takes 1h 40m and costs $14 - $27.

How long does it take to get from Hempstead to Riverdale?

It takes approximately 1h 40m to get from Hempstead to Riverdale, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Hempstead to Riverdale bus from?

Hempstead to Riverdale bus services, operated by Nassau Inter-County Express, depart from Terrace Av / Fulton station.

Where do I catch the Hempstead to Riverdale train from?

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

Train or bus from Hempstead to Riverdale?

The best way to get from Hempstead to Riverdale is to train which takes 1h 40m and costs $14 - $27. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $8 - $19 and takes 3h 37m.

Where does the Hempstead to Riverdale bus arrive?

Hempstead to Riverdale bus services, operated by Nassau Inter-County Express, arrive at Jamaica Bus Term station.

Where does the Hempstead to Riverdale train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Hempstead to Riverdale?

Yes, the driving distance between Hempstead to Riverdale is 25 miles. It takes approximately 37 min to drive from Hempstead to Riverdale.

Where can I stay near Riverdale?

There are 2547+ hotels available in Riverdale.

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Hempstead to Grand Central Terminaltrain Hempstead Branch
2. Take the train from Grand Central Terminal to Riverdaletrain Hudson
1h 40m
$15–26
Drive 24.4 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Hempstead to Riverdalecar 24.4 mi
37 min
$5–7
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Hempstead to Grand Central Terminaltrain Hempstead Branch
2. Take the bus from 3 Av/E 41 St to Riverdale Av/W 254 Stbus BxM1
2h 17m
$11–22
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Hempstead to Riverdaletaxi 24.4 mi
37 min
$220–270
Bus
1. Take the bus from Terrace Av / Fulton to Jamaica Bus Termbus n6 / ...
2. Take the bus from Merrick Blvd/Archer Av to E 180 St/Devoe Avbus
3. Take the bus from E 180 St/Boston Rd to Broadway/Lake View Plbus Bx9
3h 37m
$9–19

Hempstead to Riverdale by train

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Distance: 33.6 mi
Duration: 1h 40m

What companies run services between Hempstead, NY, USA and Riverdale, Bronx County, NY, USA?

You can take a train from Hempstead to Riverdale via Grand Central Terminal in around 1h 40m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Terrace Av / Fulton to Broadway/Lake View Pl via Jamaica Bus Term, Merrick Blvd/Archer Av, E 180 St/Devoe Av, and E 180 St/Boston Rd in around 3h 37m.

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