What is the cheapest way to get from Queens to West Hempstead?

The cheapest way to get from Queens to West Hempstead is to drive which costs $2 - $3 and takes 19 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Queens to West Hempstead?

The fastest way to get from Queens to West Hempstead is to taxi which takes 19 min and costs $100 - $130.

Is there a direct bus between Queens and West Hempstead?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from 168 St / Hillside and arriving at Maplewood St / Hempstead. Services depart every 20 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 56 min.

Is there a direct train between Queens and West Hempstead?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Jamaica and arriving at West Hempstead. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 27 min.

How far is it from Queens to West Hempstead?

The distance between Queens and West Hempstead is 12 miles. The road distance is 11.2 miles.

How do I travel from Queens to West Hempstead without a car?

The best way to get from Queens to West Hempstead without a car is to train which takes 27 min and costs $5 - $10.

How long does it take to get from Queens to West Hempstead?

The train from Jamaica to West Hempstead takes 27 min including transfers and departs hourly.

Where do I catch the Queens to West Hempstead bus from?

Queens to West Hempstead bus services, operated by Nassau Inter-County Express, depart from 168 St / Hillside station.

Where do I catch the Queens to West Hempstead train from?

Queens to West Hempstead train services, operated by Long Island Rail Road, depart from Jamaica station.

Train or bus from Queens to West Hempstead?

The best way to get from Queens to West Hempstead is to train which takes 27 min and costs $5 - $10. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $3 and takes 56 min.

Where does the Queens to West Hempstead bus arrive?

Queens to West Hempstead bus services, operated by Nassau Inter-County Express, arrive at Maplewood St / Hempstead station.

Where does the Queens to West Hempstead train arrive?

Queens to West Hempstead train services, operated by Long Island Rail Road, arrive at West Hempstead station.

Can I drive from Queens to West Hempstead?

Yes, the driving distance between Queens to West Hempstead is 11 miles. It takes approximately 19 min to drive from Queens to West Hempstead.

Where can I stay near West Hempstead?

There are 339+ hotels available in West Hempstead.

Queens to West Hempstead - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, taxi, and car

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There are 5 ways to get from Queens to West Hempstead by train, bus, taxi, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Jamaica to West Hempsteadtrain West Hempstead Branch
27 min
$5–10
Drive 11.1 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Queens to West Hempsteadcar 11.1 mi
19 min
$2–3
Bus
1. Take the bus from 168 St / Hillside to Maplewood St / Hempsteadbus n6
56 min
$3
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Queens to West Hempsteadtaxi 11.1 mi
19 min
$100–130
Bus via 101 Av /104 St
1. Take the bus from 101 Av /104 St to 168 St /Jamaica Avbus Q8
2. Take the bus from Jamaica Bus Term to Maplewood St / Hempsteadbus n6
1h 43m
$6–10

Queens to West Hempstead by train

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Distance: 11.7 mi
Duration: 27 min

What companies run services between Queens, NY, USA and West Hempstead, NY, USA?

Long Island Rail Road operates a train from Jamaica to West Hempstead hourly. Tickets cost $5–10 and the journey takes 27 min. Alternatively, Nassau Inter-County Express operates a bus from 168 St / Hillside to Maplewood St / Hempstead every 20 minutes. Tickets cost $3 and the journey takes 56 min.

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