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

The cheapest way to get from Newark to Hofstra University is to drive which costs $5 - $9 and takes 55 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Newark to Hofstra University is to drive which takes 55 min and costs $5 - $9.

Is there a direct train between Newark and Hofstra University?

No, there is no direct train from Newark station to Hofstra University. However, there are services departing from Newark Penn Station and arriving at Hempstead via New York Penn Station and Jamaica. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 12m.

How far is it from Newark to Hofstra University?

The distance between Newark and Hofstra University is 34 miles. The road distance is 32.7 miles.

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

The best way to get from Newark to Hofstra University without a car is to train which takes 2h 12m and costs $12 - $30.

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

It takes approximately 2h 12m to get from Newark to Hofstra University, including transfers.

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

Newark to Hofstra University train services, operated by NJ Transit, depart from Newark Penn Station.

Where does the Newark to Hofstra University train arrive?

Newark to Hofstra University train services, operated by NJ Transit, arrive at New York Penn Station.

Can I drive from Newark to Hofstra University?

Yes, the driving distance between Newark to Hofstra University is 33 miles. It takes approximately 55 min to drive from Newark to Hofstra University.

Where can I stay near Hofstra University?

There are 318+ hotels available in Hofstra University.

Newark to Hofstra University - 5 ways to travel via train, subway, bus, and car

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Newark Penn Station to New York Penn Stationtrain Nec
2. Take the train from New York Penn Station to Jamaicatrain
3. Take the train from Jamaica to Hempsteadtrain
2h 12m
$13–29
Drive 32.5 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Newark to Hofstra Universitycar 32.5 mi
55 min
$6–9
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 52m
$11–538
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Newark to Hofstra Universitytaxi 32.5 mi
55 min
$290–350
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Newark Penn Station to New York Midtownbus
2. Take the train from New York Penn Station to Rockville Centretrain
3. Take the bus from Rockville Centre Sta to Yale St / Westburybus n16
3h 18m
$20–34

Newark to Hofstra University by train, bus, and foot

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2h 12mAverage Duration

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Distance: 33.4 mi
Duration: 2h 12m

What companies run services between Newark, NJ, USA and Hofstra University, NY, USA?

You can take a train from Newark Penn Station to Hofstra University via New York Penn Station, Jamaica, Hempstead, Hemp Trans Ctr / Bays 16-21, and Fulton St + Duncan Rd. in around 2h 12m.

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