What is the cheapest way to get from Hofstra University to Philadelphia?

The cheapest way to get from Hofstra University to Philadelphia is to drive which costs $20 - $30 and takes 2h 22m.

What is the fastest way to get from Hofstra University to Philadelphia?

The fastest way to get from Hofstra University to Philadelphia is to drive which takes 2h 22m and costs $20 - $30.

Is there a direct bus between Hofstra University and Philadelphia?

No, there is no direct bus from Hofstra University to Philadelphia station. However, there are services departing from Hempstead Tpke + Oak St and arriving at Philadelphia Bus Station via Hemp Trans Ctr / Bays 6-10 and Port Authority Bus Terminal. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 4m.

Is there a direct train between Hofstra University and Philadelphia?

No, there is no direct train from Hofstra University to Philadelphia station. However, there are services departing from Hempstead and arriving at 30th Street Station via Jamaica and Ny Moynihan Train Hall At Penn Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 8m.

How far is it from Hofstra University to Philadelphia?

The distance between Hofstra University and Philadelphia is 114 miles. The road distance is 114.3 miles.

How do I travel from Hofstra University to Philadelphia without a car?

The best way to get from Hofstra University to Philadelphia without a car is to train via Jamaica which takes 3h 8m and costs $29 - $650.

How long does it take to get from Hofstra University to Philadelphia?

It takes approximately 3h 8m to get from Hofstra University to Philadelphia, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Hofstra University to Philadelphia bus from?

Hofstra University to Philadelphia bus services, operated by Nassau Inter-County Express, depart from Hemp Trans Ctr / Bays 6-10 station.

Where do I catch the Hofstra University to Philadelphia train from?

Hofstra University to Philadelphia train services, operated by Long Island Rail Road, depart from Hempstead station.

Train or bus from Hofstra University to Philadelphia?

The best way to get from Hofstra University to Philadelphia is to train via Jamaica which takes 3h 8m and costs $29 - $650. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $28 - $50 and takes 5h 4m.

Where does the Hofstra University to Philadelphia bus arrive?

Hofstra University to Philadelphia bus services, operated by Nassau Inter-County Express, arrive at 179 St / Hillside station.

Where does the Hofstra University to Philadelphia train arrive?

Hofstra University to Philadelphia train services, operated by Long Island Rail Road, arrive at Jamaica station.

Can I drive from Hofstra University to Philadelphia?

Yes, the driving distance between Hofstra University to Philadelphia is 114 miles. It takes approximately 2h 22m to drive from Hofstra University to Philadelphia.

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There are 5 ways to get from Hofstra University to Philadelphia by train (Amtrak), train, bus, car, or bus (Greyhound)

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Train via Jamaica
best
1. Take the train from Hempstead to Jamaicatrain Hempstead Branch
2. Take the train from Ny Moynihan Train Hall At Penn Station to 30th Street Stationtrain Keystone Service / ...
3h 8m
$30–618
Drive 113.6 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Hofstra University to Philadelphiacar 113.6 mi
2h 22m
$21–30
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Mineola to New York Penn Stationtrain Port Jefferson Branch / ...
2. Take the bus from New York Midtown to Philadelphia Bus Stationbus FlixBus 2602 / ...
4h 14m
$32–55
Train
1. Take the train from Hicksville to New York Penn Stationtrain Port Jefferson Branch / ...
2. Take the train from Ny Moynihan Train Hall At Penn Station to 30th Street Stationtrain Keystone Service / ...
3h 13m
$31–621
Bus
1. Take the bus from Hemp Trans Ctr / Bays 6-10 to 179 St / Hillsidebus n6 / ...
2. Take the bus from Port Authority Bus Terminal to Philadelphia Bus Stationbus Greyhound US0305 / ...
5h 4m
$29–49

Hofstra University to Philadelphia by foot, bus, and train

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Distance: 113.8 mi
Duration: 3h 8m

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

You can take a vehicle from Hofstra University to 30th Street Station via Hempstead Tpke + Oak St, (arr.) Hemp TC / West, Hempstead, Jamaica, Penn Station, and Ny Moynihan Train Hall At Penn Station in around 3h 8m. Alternatively, you can take a vehicle from Hofstra University to Philadelphia Bus Station via Hempstead Tpke + Oak St, (arr.) Hemp TC / West, Hemp Trans Ctr / Bays 6-10, 179 St / Hillside, Jamaica-179 St, 47-50 Sts-Rockefeller Ctr, and Port Authority Bus Terminal in around 5h 4m.

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