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

The cheapest way to get from Philadelphia to Hofstra University is to drive which costs $19 - $29 and takes 2h 31m.

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

The fastest way to get from Philadelphia to Hofstra University is to drive which takes 2h 31m and costs $19 - $29.

Is there a direct bus between Philadelphia and Hofstra University?

No, there is no direct bus from Philadelphia station to Hofstra University. However, there are services departing from Philadelphia Bus Station and arriving at Fulton St + Duncan Rd. via 178 St / Hillside and Hemp Trans Ctr / Bays 16-21. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 44m.

Is there a direct train between Philadelphia and Hofstra University?

No, there is no direct train from Philadelphia station to Hofstra University. However, there are services departing from 30th Street Station and arriving at Hempstead via New York Penn Station and Jamaica. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 15m.

How far is it from Philadelphia to Hofstra University?

The distance between Philadelphia and Hofstra University is 114 miles. The road distance is 109.7 miles.

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

The best way to get from Philadelphia to Hofstra University without a car is to train which takes 3h 15m and costs $30 - $650.

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

It takes approximately 3h 15m to get from Philadelphia to Hofstra University, including transfers.

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

Philadelphia to Hofstra University bus services, operated by Greyhound USA, depart from Philadelphia Bus Station.

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

Philadelphia to Hofstra University train services, operated by Amtrak, depart from 30th Street Station.

Train or bus from Philadelphia to Hofstra University?

The best way to get from Philadelphia to Hofstra University is to train which takes 3h 15m and costs $30 - $650. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $30 - $50 and takes 4h 44m.

Where does the Philadelphia to Hofstra University bus arrive?

Philadelphia to Hofstra University bus services, operated by Greyhound USA, arrive at Port Authority Bus Terminal station.

Where does the Philadelphia to Hofstra University train arrive?

Philadelphia to Hofstra University train services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at Ny Moynihan Train Hall At Penn Station.

Can I drive from Philadelphia to Hofstra University?

Yes, the driving distance between Philadelphia to Hofstra University is 110 miles. It takes approximately 2h 31m to drive from Philadelphia to Hofstra University.

Where can I stay near Hofstra University?

There are 3025+ hotels available in Hofstra University.

Philadelphia to Hofstra University - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from Philadelphia to Hofstra University by train (Amtrak), bus (Greyhound), car, bus, or train

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Train
best
1. Take the train from 30th Street Station to Ny Moynihan Train Hall At Penn Stationtrain Keystone Service / ...
2. Take the train from Jamaica to Hempsteadtrain Hempstead Branch
3h 15m
$31–615
Drive 109.1 mi
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1. Drive from Philadelphia to Hofstra Universitycar 109.1 mi
2h 31m
$20–29
Bus
1. Take the bus from Philadelphia Bus Station to Port Authority Bus Terminalbus Greyhound US0305 / ...
2. Take the bus from 178 St / Hillside to (arr.) Hemp TC / Eastbus n6 / ...
4h 44m
$31–50
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Philadelphia Bus 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
4h 58m
$32–54

Philadelphia to Hofstra University by train, bus, and foot

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3h 15mAverage Duration

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Distance: 113.8 mi
Duration: 3h 15m

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

You can take a train from 30th Street Station to Hofstra University via Ny Moynihan Train Hall At Penn Station, New York Penn Station, Jamaica, Hempstead, Hemp Trans Ctr / Bays 16-21, and Fulton St + Duncan Rd. in around 3h 15m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Philadelphia Bus Station to Hofstra University via Port Authority Bus Terminal, 47-50 Sts-Rockefeller Ctr, Jamaica-179 St, 178 St / Hillside, (arr.) Hemp TC / East, Hemp Trans Ctr / Bays 16-21, and Fulton St + Duncan Rd. in around 4h 44m.

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