Hempstead to Long Island: Road Trip Guide & Distance

26 miles 41.8 km · straight line
31.3 miles actual route 50.4 km · driving distance
44min estimated drive time
$3 - $4 estimated fuel cost
~33min flight time · usually no direct flights
77° ENE bearing direction

How far is Hempstead from Long Island?

The distance from Hempstead to Long Island is 26 miles (41.8 km) as the crow flies. Long Island is located ENE of Hempstead. By car, the driving distance is approximately 31.3 miles, taking about 44min. A direct flight would take roughly 33min. Both are located in United States.

This is a very short trip, perfect for a quick morning drive or an easy commute. Heading East means you'll be driving into the sunrise if you start early. Keep your windshield clean for the best visibility. Given the short distance, driving or taking a train is often faster and more convenient than dealing with airport security and flight boarding times.

Coordinates come from public place data for Hempstead and Long Island. The driving distance uses an OSRM road-route result when route data is available. Fuel, flight, bus, and train values are planning estimates and can change by date, provider, road closures, and border rules.

How to Get from Hempstead to Long Island

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 44min $3 - $4 Flexible stops

Suggested Stops Between Hempstead & Long Island

Quick Facts

Hempstead
40.71°N, 73.62°W
America/New_York
17m elevation
Long Island
40.79°N, 73.14°W
America/New_York
20m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 9 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 2 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 958.7 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM