Long Island Rail Road

Hempstead Branch LIRR — Delays & Status

Central Nassau branch for Hempstead and Garden City riders heading into Manhattan and Jamaica.

No major alerts Data snapshot:
Typical Trip 38 min Penn Station to Hempstead
Peak Fare $12.25 Off-peak $8.75
Primary Area Nassau County Hempstead, Garden City, Mineola

Active Hempstead Branch Alerts

No active Hempstead Branch alerts are listed in the latest MTA service feed. Always verify final departure times in TrainTime before you leave.

Planned & Upcoming

Advisories about planned or possible future disruptions (incl. strike contingencies). Service is not affected by these right now.

Upcoming

New timetables are in effect on all branches, with revised departure times on many off-peak trains [10, 12, 13, 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9]

Check our TrainTime app or mta.info to see if your trip has changed. Learn more about these changes. Active: Starting Monday, November 9

Hempstead Branch Stations

Key stops on the Hempstead Branch, running Penn Station to Hempstead (38 min, terminating at Hempstead):

  1. Jamaica
  2. Queens Village
  3. Floral Park
  4. Garden City
  5. Nassau Boulevard
  6. Country Life Press
  7. Hempstead

Hempstead Branch Commuter Guide

The Hempstead Branch serves Hempstead, Garden City, Mineola, West Hempstead and nearby Long Island communities. When train service is delayed or suspended, commuters often compare the LIRR against the parallel roads. These are the Hempstead Branch driving alternatives with live conditions on Long Island Traffic:

Hempstead Turnpike — live conditions Meadowbrook Parkway — live conditions Southern State Parkway — live conditions

Hempstead Branch FAQ

Is the Hempstead Branch running today?

Yes. The Hempstead Branch is operating with no major alerts in the latest MTA feed (updated Nov 13, 3:01 PM EST). Always confirm your train in the MTA TrainTime app.

Are there Hempstead Branch delays today?

No major Hempstead Branch delays are listed in the latest MTA service feed (updated Nov 13, 3:01 PM EST). Service conditions change quickly — confirm your specific train in the MTA TrainTime app before leaving.

What is the Hempstead Branch LIRR status right now?

The Hempstead Branch is operating without major reported alerts as of Nov 13, 3:01 PM EST. This page reads directly from the MTA GTFS-realtime service feed.

How long is the Hempstead Branch trip to Manhattan?

A typical Hempstead Branch trip (Penn Station to Hempstead) runs about 38 min. Peak fare is $12.25 one-way; off-peak is $8.75. Actual times vary by departure, transfer at Jamaica, and whether your train is a direct Penn Station or Grand Central run.

What are the main Hempstead Branch stations?

Key Hempstead Branch stops include Jamaica, Queens Village, Floral Park, Garden City, Nassau Boulevard, Country Life Press, Hempstead. The branch terminates at Hempstead.

What roads can I drive instead of the Hempstead Branch?

When the Hempstead Branch is delayed or suspended, Hempstead Branch commuters most often drive Hempstead Turnpike, Meadowbrook Parkway, Southern State Parkway — though each carries its own rush-hour congestion. Check live road conditions before switching from rail to car.

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