What is the cheapest way to get from Rockaway to Hempstead?

The cheapest way to get from Rockaway to Hempstead is to drive which costs $10 - $16 and takes 1h 11m.

What is the fastest way to get from Rockaway to Hempstead?

The fastest way to get from Rockaway to Hempstead is to drive which takes 1h 11m and costs $10 - $16.

Is there a direct train between Rockaway and Hempstead?

No, there is no direct train from Rockaway to Hempstead. However, there are services departing from Dover and arriving at Mineola via New York Penn Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 55m.

How far is it from Rockaway to Hempstead?

The distance between Rockaway and Hempstead is 67 miles. The road distance is 57.6 miles.

How do I travel from Rockaway to Hempstead without a car?

The best way to get from Rockaway to Hempstead without a car is to train which takes 2h 55m and costs $10 - $40.

How long does it take to get from Rockaway to Hempstead?

It takes approximately 2h 55m to get from Rockaway to Hempstead, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Rockaway to Hempstead train from?

Rockaway to Hempstead train services, operated by NJ Transit, depart from Dover station.

Where does the Rockaway to Hempstead train arrive?

Rockaway to Hempstead train services, operated by NJ Transit, arrive at New York Penn Station.

Can I drive from Rockaway to Hempstead?

Yes, the driving distance between Rockaway to Hempstead is 58 miles. It takes approximately 1h 11m to drive from Rockaway to Hempstead.

Where can I stay near Hempstead?

There are 301+ hotels available in Hempstead.

Rockaway to Hempstead - 3 ways to travel via train, car, and bus

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There are 3 ways to get from Rockaway to Hempstead by train, car, or bus

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Dover to New York Penn Stationtrain Mne
2. Take the train from New York Penn Station to Mineolatrain Port Jefferson Branch / ...
2h 55m
$10–37
Drive 57.2 mi
1. Drive from Rockaway to Hempsteadcar 57.2 mi
1h 11m
$11–16
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Morristown to New York Penn Stationtrain Mne
2. Take the bus from 178 St / Hillside to (arr.) Hemp TC / Eastbus n6 / ...
4h 13m
$10–30

Rockaway to Hempstead by bus and train

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2h 55mAverage Duration

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Distance: 66.6 mi
Duration: 2h 55m

What companies run services between Rockaway, NJ, USA and Hempstead, NY, USA?

You can take a bus from W Main St At Wall St to Mineola via E Blackwell St At Bergen St, Dover, and New York Penn Station in around 2h 55m.

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