What is the cheapest way to get from Manhattan to West Hempstead?

The cheapest way to get from Manhattan to West Hempstead is to drive which costs $3 - $6 and takes 36 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Manhattan to West Hempstead?

The fastest way to get from Manhattan to West Hempstead is to drive which takes 36 min and costs $3 - $6.

Is there a direct bus between Manhattan and West Hempstead?

No, there is no direct bus from Manhattan to West Hempstead. However, there are services departing from East 57th Street & Madison Avenue and arriving at Maplewood St / Hempstead via 188 St/64 Av and 178 St / Hillside. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 11m.

Is there a direct train between Manhattan and West Hempstead?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Grand Central Terminal and arriving at West Hempstead. Services depart every three hours, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 50 min.

How far is it from Manhattan to West Hempstead?

The distance between Manhattan and West Hempstead is 23 miles. The road distance is 20.9 miles.

How do I travel from Manhattan to West Hempstead without a car?

The best way to get from Manhattan to West Hempstead without a car is to train which takes 50 min and costs $7 - $16.

How long does it take to get from Manhattan to West Hempstead?

The train from Grand Central Terminal to West Hempstead takes 50 min including transfers and departs every three hours.

Where do I catch the Manhattan to West Hempstead bus from?

Manhattan to West Hempstead bus services, operated by MTA Bus Company, depart from East 57th Street & Madison Avenue station.

Where do I catch the Manhattan to West Hempstead train from?

Manhattan to West Hempstead train services, operated by Long Island Rail Road, depart from Grand Central Terminal station.

Train or bus from Manhattan to West Hempstead?

The best way to get from Manhattan to West Hempstead is to train which takes 50 min and costs $7 - $16. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $6 - $11 and takes 2h 11m.

Where does the Manhattan to West Hempstead bus arrive?

Manhattan to West Hempstead bus services, operated by MTA Bus Company, arrive at 188 St/64 Av station.

Where does the Manhattan to West Hempstead train arrive?

Manhattan to West Hempstead train services, operated by Long Island Rail Road, arrive at West Hempstead station.

Can I drive from Manhattan to West Hempstead?

Yes, the driving distance between Manhattan to West Hempstead is 21 miles. It takes approximately 36 min to drive from Manhattan to West Hempstead.

Where can I stay near West Hempstead?

There are 341+ hotels available in West Hempstead.

Manhattan to West Hempstead - 5 ways to travel via train, subway, bus, and car

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There are 5 ways to get from Manhattan to West Hempstead by train, subway, bus, car, or taxi

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Grand Central Terminal to West Hempsteadtrain West Hempstead Branch
50 min
$7–16
Drive 20.7 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Manhattan to West Hempsteadcar 20.7 mi
36 min
$4–6
Subway, bus
1. Take the subway from Lexington Av/63 St to Jamaica-179 Stsubway F
2. Take the bus from 178 St / Hillside to Maplewood St / Hempsteadbus n6
1h 47m
$6
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Manhattan to West Hempsteadtaxi 20.7 mi
36 min
$190–230
Bus
1. Take the bus from East 57th Street & Madison Avenue to 188 St/64 Avbus Qm5 / ...
2. Take the bus from 178 St / Hillside to Maplewood St / Hempsteadbus n6
2h 11m
$6–10

Manhattan to West Hempstead by train

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Distance: 22.6 mi
Duration: 50 min

What companies run services between Manhattan, NY, USA and West Hempstead, NY, USA?

Long Island Rail Road operates a train from Grand Central Terminal to West Hempstead every 3 hours. Tickets cost $7–16 and the journey takes 50 min. Alternatively, you can take a bus from East 57th Street & Madison Avenue to Maplewood St / Hempstead via 188 St/64 Av, Hillside Av/179 St, and 178 St / Hillside in around 2h 11m.

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