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How to get fromMidtown Manhattan to Hofstra Universityby train, bus, car, or taxi

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There are 5 ways to get from Midtown Manhattan to Hofstra University by train, bus, car, or taxi

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  1. Train via Hemp Trans Ctr / Bays 16-21

    best
    1. Take the train from Grand Central Terminal to Hempsteadtrain train Hempstead Branch
    1h 21m
    $11–17

  2. Drive  23.2 mi

    cheapest
    1. Drive from Midtown Manhattan to Hofstra Universitycar car 23.2 mi
    34 min
    $5–7

  3. Bus

    1. Take the bus from Madison Av/E 49 St to Hillside Av/180 Stbus bus Qm68
    2. Take the bus from 178 St / Hillside to (arr.) Hemp TC / Eastbus bus n6 / ...
    2h 37m
    $9–13

  4. Taxi

    1. Take the taxi from Midtown Manhattan to Hofstra Universitytaxi taxi 23.2 mi
    34 min
    $210–250

  5. Train

    1. Take the train from Grand Central Terminal to Hempsteadtrain train Hempstead Branch
    1h 25m
    $7–15

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  • Distance: 23 mi
  • Duration: 1h 21m

What companies run services between Midtown Manhattan, NY, USA and Hofstra University, NY, USA?

Long Island Rail Road operates a train from Grand Central Terminal to Hempstead hourly. Tickets cost $7–15 and the journey takes 54 min. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Madison Av/E 49 St to Hofstra University via Hillside Av/180 St, 178 St / Hillside, (arr.) Hemp TC / East, Hemp Trans Ctr / Bays 16-21, and Fulton St + Duncan Rd. in around 2h 37m.

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