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

From Hempstead to Plainview by bus and train

To get from Hempstead to Plainview in New York - New Jersey, you’ll need to take 2 bus lines and one train line: take the N40X bus from Greenwich St + Totten St. station to Mineola Bus Term station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the PORT JEFFERSON BRANCH train and finally take the N79 bus from Hicksville Sta / Duffy station to Joel Pl / Old Country station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 1 hr 14 min. The ride fare is $6.65. The bus and train schedule from Hempstead may change. We recommend you check the updated bus and train schedule to Plainview on the Moovit app.

74min$6.65
Walk to bus station
Bus - N40XN40X
Train - PORT JEFFERSON BRANCH
Bus - N79N79
Walk to Plainview
Leaves from Greenwich St + Totten St.

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Greenwich St + Totten St.
    ID 1029
    0.74 mi • 15 min
  • 2
    Bus - N40XN40X
    Wait for bus
    N40X
    Mineola Exp
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Mineola Bus Term
    ID 2488
    16 min
  • 4
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Mineola
    70 yd • 1 min
  • 5
    Train - PORT JEFFERSON BRANCH
    Wait for train
    PORT JEFFERSON BRANCH
    Huntington
  • 6
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Hicksville
    11 min
  • 7
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Hicksville Sta / Duffy
    110 yd • 2 min
  • 8
    Bus - N79N79
    Wait for bus
    N79
    South Huntington
  • 9
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Joel Pl / Old Country
    ID 2526
    14 min
  • 10
    Walk to Plainview
    Walk to
    Plainview
    50 yd • 1 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transit directions from Hempstead to Plainview

The distance between Hempstead, New York - New Jersey and Plainview, New York - New Jersey is approximately 13.56 mi, which can typically be travelled in 74 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Hempstead to Plainview by bus and train, so no matter how you choose to travel in New York - New Jersey – you will always have plenty of easy options.

Bus And Train schedule from Hempstead to Plainview

To check the bus and train schedule from Hempstead to Plainview using the Moovit app, first download and open the app on your smartphone. Enter your starting point (Hempstead) and destination (Plainview), 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 Hempstead to Plainview?

    The fastest way takes 74 minutes, using Bus line N40X, Train line PORT JEFFERSON BRANCH, Bus line N79.

  • Is there a direct bus between Hempstead and Plainview in New York - New Jersey?

    No, you’ll have to take 2 bus lines and one train line in total. The total travelling time is 1 hr 14 min.

  • Which bus line goes from Hempstead to Plainview in New York - New Jersey?

    The N40X bus line goes from Greenwich St + Totten St. station near Hempstead to Mineola Bus Term station. From there you’ll have to take one bus line and one train line till Mineola Bus Term station near Plainview in New York - New Jersey.

  • How long does it take to travel from Hempstead to Plainview in New York - New Jersey by bus and train?

    The total travel time between Hempstead and Plainview in New York - New Jersey by bus and train is about 1 hr 14 min.

  • Where do I get on the bus near Hempstead to get to Plainview in New York - New Jersey?

    Get on the N40X bus from the Greenwich St + Totten St. stop near Hempstead in New York - New Jersey.

  • Where do I get off the bus when travelling between Hempstead and Plainview in New York - New Jersey?

    Get off the bus at the Mineola Bus Term stop, which is closest to Plainview in New York - New Jersey.

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

    The ride from Hempstead to Plainview costs $6.65.

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