What is the cheapest way to get from Port Authority Bus Terminal to West Hempstead?

The cheapest way to get from Port Authority Bus Terminal to West Hempstead is to drive which costs $3 - $6 and takes 31 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Port Authority Bus Terminal to West Hempstead?

The fastest way to get from Port Authority Bus Terminal to West Hempstead is to drive which takes 31 min and costs $3 - $6.

Is there a direct bus between Port Authority Bus Terminal and West Hempstead?

No, there is no direct bus from Port Authority Bus Terminal to West Hempstead. However, there are services departing from 6 Av/W 42 St and arriving at Maplewood St / Hempstead via 188 St/64 Av and 178 St / Hillside. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 29m.

Is there a direct train between Port Authority Bus Terminal and West Hempstead?

No, there is no direct train from Port Authority Bus Terminal station to West Hempstead. However, there are services departing from New York Penn Station and arriving at West Hempstead via Jamaica. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 25m.

How far is it from Port Authority Bus Terminal to West Hempstead?

The distance between Port Authority Bus Terminal and West Hempstead is 24 miles. The road distance is 20.9 miles.

Where do I catch the Port Authority Bus Terminal to West Hempstead bus from?

Port Authority Bus Terminal to West Hempstead bus services, operated by MTA Bus Company, depart from 6 Av/W 42 St station.

Where do I catch the Port Authority Bus Terminal to West Hempstead train from?

Port Authority Bus Terminal to West Hempstead train services, operated by Long Island Rail Road, depart from New York Penn Station.

Train or bus from Port Authority Bus Terminal to West Hempstead?

The best way to get from Port Authority Bus Terminal to West Hempstead is to train which takes 1h 25m and costs $7 - $17. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $6 - $11 and takes 2h 29m.

Where does the Port Authority Bus Terminal to West Hempstead bus arrive?

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

Where does the Port Authority Bus Terminal to West Hempstead train arrive?

Port Authority Bus Terminal to West Hempstead train services, operated by Long Island Rail Road, arrive at Jamaica station.

Can I drive from Port Authority Bus Terminal to West Hempstead?

Yes, the driving distance between Port Authority Bus Terminal to West Hempstead is 21 miles. It takes approximately 31 min to drive from Port Authority Bus Terminal to West Hempstead.

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Q: How long does it take to get from Port Authority Bus Terminal to West Hempstead?

It takes approximately 1h 25m to get from Port Authority Bus Terminal to West Hempstead, including transfers.

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There are 5 ways to get from Port Authority Bus Terminal to West Hempstead 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 West Hempsteadtrain West Hempstead Branch
1h 25m
$7–16
Drive 20.8 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Port Authority Bus Terminal to West Hempsteadcar 20.8 mi
31 min
$4–6
Subway, bus
1. Take the subway from 47-50 Sts-Rockefeller Ctr to Jamaica-179 Stsubway F / ...
2. Take the bus from 178 St / Hillside to Maplewood St / Hempsteadbus n6
1h 52m
$6
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Port Authority Bus Terminal to West Hempsteadtaxi 20.8 mi
31 min
$190–230
Bus
1. Take the bus from 6 Av/W 42 St to 188 St/64 Avbus Qm5 / ...
2. Take the bus from 178 St / Hillside to Maplewood St / Hempsteadbus n6
2h 29m
$6–10

Port Authority Bus Terminal to West Hempstead by foot and train

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Distance: 23.7 mi
Duration: 1h 25m

What companies run services between Port Authority Bus Terminal, NY, USA and West Hempstead, NY, USA?

You can take a vehicle from Port Authority Bus Terminal to West Hempstead via New York Penn Station and Jamaica in around 1h 25m. Alternatively, you can take a vehicle from Port Authority Bus Terminal to Maplewood St / Hempstead via 6 Av/W 42 St, 188 St/64 Av, Hillside Av/179 St, and 178 St / Hillside in around 2h 29m.

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