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

The cheapest way to get from Hempstead to Harlem is to drive which costs $3 - $6 and takes 32 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Hempstead to Harlem is to drive which takes 32 min and costs $3 - $6.

Is there a direct bus between Hempstead and Harlem?

No, there is no direct bus from Hempstead to Harlem. However, there are services departing from Terrace Av / Fulton and arriving at 1 St/27 Av via Hillside Av/178 St and Roosevelt Av/Main St. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 32m.

Is there a direct train between Hempstead and Harlem?

No, there is no direct train from Hempstead to Harlem. However, there are services departing from Hempstead and arriving at 125th Street - Harlem via Grand Central Terminal. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 15m.

How far is it from Hempstead to Harlem?

The distance between Hempstead and Harlem is 26 miles. The road distance is 22.5 miles.

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

The best way to get from Hempstead to Harlem without a car is to train which takes 1h 15m and costs $12 - $25.

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

It takes approximately 1h 15m to get from Hempstead to Harlem, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Hempstead to Harlem bus from?

Hempstead to Harlem bus services, operated by Nassau Inter-County Express, depart from Terrace Av / Fulton station.

Where do I catch the Hempstead to Harlem train from?

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

Train or bus from Hempstead to Harlem?

The best way to get from Hempstead to Harlem is to train which takes 1h 15m and costs $12 - $25. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $8 - $19 and takes 2h 32m.

Where does the Hempstead to Harlem bus arrive?

Hempstead to Harlem bus services, operated by Nassau Inter-County Express, arrive at 179 St / Hillside station.

Where does the Hempstead to Harlem train arrive?

Hempstead to Harlem train services, operated by Long Island Rail Road, arrive at Grand Central Terminal station.

Can I drive from Hempstead to Harlem?

Yes, the driving distance between Hempstead to Harlem is 23 miles. It takes approximately 32 min to drive from Hempstead to Harlem.

Where can I stay near Harlem?

There are 3861+ hotels available in Harlem.

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There are 4 ways to get from Hempstead to Harlem by train, bus, car, or taxi

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Hempstead to Grand Central Terminaltrain Hempstead Branch
1h 15m
$13–24
Drive 22.4 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Hempstead to Harlemcar 22.4 mi
32 min
$4–6
Bus
1. Take the bus from Terrace Av / Fulton to 179 St / Hillsidebus n6 / ...
2. Take the bus from Hillside Av/178 St to 39 Av/Main Stbus Q17
3. Take the bus from Roosevelt Av/Main St to 1 St/27 Avbus Q19
2h 32m
$9–19
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Hempstead to Harlemtaxi 22.4 mi
32 min
$200–250

Hempstead to Harlem by train

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Distance: 25.5 mi
Duration: 1h 15m

What companies run services between Hempstead, NY, USA and Harlem, NY, USA?

Long Island Rail Road operates a train from Hempstead to Grand Central Terminal hourly. Tickets cost $7–15 and the journey takes 54 min. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Terrace Av / Fulton to 1 St/27 Av via Hillside Av/178 St, 39 Av/Main St, and Roosevelt Av/Main St in around 2h 32m.

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