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

The cheapest way to get from West Hempstead to Far Rockaway is to drive which costs $1 - $3 and takes 16 min.

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

The fastest way to get from West Hempstead to Far Rockaway is to taxi which takes 16 min and costs $95 - $120.

Is there a direct bus between West Hempstead and Far Rockaway?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Hempstead Ave + Maplewood St. and arriving at Mott Av / Central. Services depart every 30 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 54 min.

Is there a direct train between West Hempstead and Far Rockaway?

No, there is no direct train from West Hempstead to Far Rockaway. However, there are services departing from West Hempstead and arriving at Far Rockaway via Jamaica. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 19m.

How far is it from West Hempstead to Far Rockaway?

The distance between West Hempstead and Far Rockaway is 10 miles. The road distance is 10 miles.

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

The best way to get from West Hempstead to Far Rockaway without a car is to bus which takes 54 min and costs $3.

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

The bus from Hempstead Ave + Maplewood St. to Mott Av / Central takes 54 min including transfers and departs every 30 minutes.

Where do I catch the West Hempstead to Far Rockaway bus from?

West Hempstead to Far Rockaway bus services, operated by Nassau Inter-County Express, depart from Hempstead Ave + Maplewood St. station.

Where do I catch the West Hempstead to Far Rockaway train from?

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

Train or bus from West Hempstead to Far Rockaway?

The best way to get from West Hempstead to Far Rockaway is to bus which takes 54 min and costs $3. Alternatively, you can train, which costs $7 - $16 and takes 1h 19m.

Where does the West Hempstead to Far Rockaway bus arrive?

West Hempstead to Far Rockaway bus services, operated by Nassau Inter-County Express, arrive at Mott Av / Central station.

Where does the West Hempstead to Far Rockaway train arrive?

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

Can I drive from West Hempstead to Far Rockaway?

Yes, the driving distance between West Hempstead to Far Rockaway is 10 miles. It takes approximately 16 min to drive from West Hempstead to Far Rockaway.

Where can I stay near Far Rockaway?

There are 569+ hotels available in Far Rockaway.

West Hempstead to Far Rockaway - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, taxi, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from West Hempstead to Far Rockaway by bus, train, taxi, or car

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Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Hempstead Ave + Maplewood St. to Mott Av / Centralbus n31 / ...
54 min
$3
Drive 10 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from West Hempstead to Far Rockawaycar 10 mi
16 min
$2–3
Train
1. Take the train from West Hempstead to Jamaicatrain West Hempstead Branch
2. Take the train from Jamaica to Far Rockawaytrain Far Rockaway Branch
1h 19m
$8–15
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from West Hempstead to Far Rockawaytaxi 10 mi
16 min
$95–120

West Hempstead to Far Rockaway by bus

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Distance: 9.7 mi
Duration: 54 min

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

Nassau Inter-County Express operates a bus from Hempstead Ave + Maplewood St. to Mott Av / Central every 30 minutes. Tickets cost $3 and the journey takes 54 min. Alternatively, you can take a train from West Hempstead to Far Rockaway via Jamaica in around 1h 19m.

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