How to get from Brooklyn to Hempstead by bus and train?

From Brooklyn to Hempstead by bus and train

To get from Brooklyn to Hempstead you’ll need to take 2 bus lines and one train line: take the B20 bus from Ashford St/Wortman Av station to Jamaica Av/Broadway station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the WEST HEMPSTEAD BRANCH train and finally take the N15 bus from Eagle Av / Woodfield station to Clinton St / Jackson station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 1 hr 35 min. The ride fare is $15.90. The bus and train schedule from Brooklyn may change. We recommend you check the updated bus and train schedule to Hempstead on the Moovit app.

95min$15.90
Walk to bus station
Bus - B20B20
Train - WEST HEMPSTEAD BRANCH
Bus - N15N15
Walk to Hempstead
Leaves from Ashford St/Wortman Av

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Ashford St/Wortman Av
    610 yd • 7 min
  • 2
    Bus - B20B20
    Wait for bus
    B20
    Ridgewood Forest Av
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Jamaica Av/Broadway
    24 min
  • 4
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    East New York
    260 yd • 4 min
  • 5
    Train - WEST HEMPSTEAD BRANCH
    Wait for train
    WEST HEMPSTEAD BRANCH
    West Hempstead
  • 6
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Lakeview
    31 min
  • 7
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Eagle Av / Woodfield
    ID 1483
    30 yd • 1 min
  • 8
    Bus - N15N15
    Wait for bus
    N15
    Roosevelt Field
  • 9
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Clinton St / Jackson
    ID 463
    16 min
  • 10
    Walk to Hempstead
    Walk to
    Hempstead
    490 yd • 6 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transit directions from Brooklyn to Hempstead

The distance between Brooklyn and Hempstead is approximately 21.87 mi, which can typically be travelled in 95 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Brooklyn to Hempstead by bus and train, so no matter how you choose to travel in Hempstead – you will always have plenty of easy options.

Bus And Train schedule from Brooklyn to Hempstead

To check the bus and train schedule from Brooklyn to Hempstead using the Moovit app, first download and open the app on your smartphone. Enter your starting point (Brooklyn) and destination (Hempstead), then select the desired date and time of travel. Moovit will show all available bus and train routes, estimated travel times, and any required transfers. You can view detailed departure and arrival times for each bus and train, as well as real-time updates for delays or changes. Use this information to plan your trip and stay up to date with the latest bus and train schedules.

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Questions & Answers

  • What is the fastest way to get from Brooklyn to Hempstead?

    The fastest way takes 95 minutes, using Bus line B20, Train line WEST HEMPSTEAD BRANCH, Bus line N15.

  • Is there a direct bus between Brooklyn and Hempstead?

    No, you’ll have to take 2 bus lines and one train line in total. The total travelling time is 1 hr 35 min.

  • Which bus line goes from Brooklyn to Hempstead?

    The B20 bus line goes from Ashford St/Wortman Av station near Brooklyn in New York - New Jersey to Jamaica Av/Broadway station. From there you’ll have to take one bus line and one train line till Jamaica Av/Broadway station near Hempstead.

  • How long does it take to travel from Brooklyn to Hempstead by bus and train?

    The total travel time between Brooklyn and Hempstead by bus and train is about 1 hr 35 min.

  • Where do I get on the bus near Brooklyn to get to Hempstead?

    Get on the B20 bus from the Ashford St/Wortman Av stop near Brooklyn in New York - New Jersey.

  • Where do I get off the bus when travelling between Brooklyn and Hempstead?

    Get off the bus at the Jamaica Av/Broadway stop, which is closest to Hempstead.

  • How much is the total bus and train fare from Brooklyn to Hempstead?

    The ride from Brooklyn to Hempstead costs $15.90.

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