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

The cheapest way to get from West Hempstead to Queens is to drive which costs $2 - $3 and takes 18 min.

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

The fastest way to get from West Hempstead to Queens is to taxi which takes 18 min and costs $100 - $130.

Is there a direct bus between West Hempstead and Queens?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Arden Bl / Hempstead and arriving at 170 St / Hillside. Services depart every 20 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 55 min.

Is there a direct train between West Hempstead and Queens?

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

How far is it from West Hempstead to Queens?

The distance between West Hempstead and Queens is 12 miles. The road distance is 11.1 miles.

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

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

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

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

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

West Hempstead to Queens bus services, operated by Nassau Inter-County Express, depart from Arden Bl / Hempstead station.

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

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

Train or bus from West Hempstead to Queens?

The best way to get from West Hempstead to Queens is to train which takes 27 min and costs $5 - $10. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $3 and takes 55 min.

Where does the West Hempstead to Queens bus arrive?

West Hempstead to Queens bus services, operated by Nassau Inter-County Express, arrive at 170 St / Hillside station.

Where does the West Hempstead to Queens train arrive?

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

Can I drive from West Hempstead to Queens?

Yes, the driving distance between West Hempstead to Queens is 11 miles. It takes approximately 18 min to drive from West Hempstead to Queens.

Where can I stay near Queens?

There are 2640+ hotels available in Queens.

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from West Hempstead to Jamaicatrain West Hempstead Branch
27 min
$5–10
Drive 11 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from West Hempstead to Queenscar 11 mi
18 min
$2–3
Bus
1. Take the bus from Arden Bl / Hempstead to 170 St / Hillsidebus n6
55 min
$3
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from West Hempstead to Queenstaxi 11 mi
18 min
$100–130
Bus via Rockaway Blvd/102 St
1. Take the bus from Arden Bl / Hempstead to Jamaica Bus Termbus n6
2. Take the bus from 168 St/Jamaica Bus Terminal to Rockaway Blvd/102 Stbus Q41
1h 39m
$6–11

West Hempstead to Queens by train

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Distance: 11.7 mi
Duration: 27 min

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

Long Island Rail Road operates a train from West Hempstead to Jamaica hourly. Tickets cost $5–10 and the journey takes 27 min. Alternatively, Nassau Inter-County Express operates a bus from Arden Bl / Hempstead to 170 St / Hillside every 20 minutes. Tickets cost $3 and the journey takes 55 min.

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