What is the cheapest way to get from New York Penn Station to Hofstra University?

The cheapest way to get from New York Penn Station to Hofstra University is to drive which costs $4 - $7 and takes 34 min.

What is the fastest way to get from New York Penn Station to Hofstra University?

The fastest way to get from New York Penn Station to Hofstra University is to drive which takes 34 min and costs $4 - $7.

Is there a direct bus between New York Penn Station and Hofstra University?

No, there is no direct bus from New York Penn Station to Hofstra University. However, there are services departing from 6 Av/W 37 St and arriving at Fulton St + Duncan Rd. via 188 St/64 Av, 178 St / Hillside and Hemp Trans Ctr / Bays 16-21. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 10m.

Is there a direct train between New York Penn Station and Hofstra University?

No, there is no direct train from New York Penn Station station to Hofstra University. However, there are services departing from New York Penn Station and arriving at Hempstead via Jamaica. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 40m.

How far is it from New York Penn Station to Hofstra University?

The distance between New York Penn Station and Hofstra University is 24 miles. The road distance is 23.1 miles.

How long does it take to get from New York Penn Station to Hofstra University?

It takes approximately 1h 40m to get from New York Penn Station to Hofstra University, including transfers.

Where do I catch the New York Penn Station to Hofstra University bus from?

New York Penn Station to Hofstra University bus services, operated by MTA Bus Company, depart from 6 Av/W 37 St station.

Where do I catch the New York Penn Station to Hofstra University train from?

New York Penn Station to Hofstra University train services, operated by Long Island Rail Road, depart from New York Penn Station.

Train or bus from New York Penn Station to Hofstra University?

The best way to get from New York Penn Station to Hofstra University is to train which takes 1h 40m and costs $10 - $19. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $9 - $14 and takes 3h 10m.

Where does the New York Penn Station to Hofstra University bus arrive?

New York Penn Station to Hofstra University bus services, operated by MTA Bus Company, arrive at 188 St/64 Av station.

Where does the New York Penn Station to Hofstra University train arrive?

New York Penn Station to Hofstra University train services, operated by Long Island Rail Road, arrive at Jamaica station.

Can I drive from New York Penn Station to Hofstra University?

Yes, the driving distance between New York Penn Station to Hofstra University is 23 miles. It takes approximately 34 min to drive from New York Penn Station to Hofstra University.

Where can I stay near Hofstra University?

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There are 5 ways to get from New York Penn Station to Hofstra University by train, subway, bus, car, or taxi

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Train
best
1. Take the train from New York Penn Station to Jamaicatrain Port Jefferson Branch / ...
2. Take the train from Jamaica to Hempsteadtrain Hempstead Branch
1h 40m
$10–18
Drive 23 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from New York Penn Station to Hofstra Universitycar 23 mi
34 min
$5–7
Subway, bus
1. Take the subway from 34 St-Herald Sq to Jamaica-179 Stsubway F / ...
2. Take the bus from 178 St / Hillside to (arr.) Hemp TC / Eastbus n6 / ...
2h 27m
$6
Bus
1. Take the bus from 6 Av/W 37 St to 188 St/64 Avbus Qm5 / ...
2. Take the bus from 178 St / Hillside to (arr.) Hemp TC / Eastbus n6 / ...
3h 10m
$9–13
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from New York Penn Station to Hofstra Universitytaxi 23 mi
34 min
$200–250

New York Penn Station to Hofstra University by train, bus, and foot

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Distance: 23.4 mi
Duration: 1h 40m

What companies run services between New York Penn Station, NY, USA and Hofstra University, NY, USA?

You can take a train from New York Penn Station to Hofstra University via Jamaica, Hempstead, Hemp Trans Ctr / Bays 16-21, and Fulton St + Duncan Rd. in around 1h 40m. Alternatively, you can take a vehicle from New York Penn Station to Hofstra University via 6 Av/W 37 St, 188 St/64 Av, Hillside Av/179 St, 178 St / Hillside, (arr.) Hemp TC / East, Hemp Trans Ctr / Bays 16-21, and Fulton St + Duncan Rd. in around 3h 10m.

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