LIRR Malverne Station – West Hempstead Line Stop
LIRR Malverne Station is a local stop on the West Hempstead Branch of the Long Island Rail Road, located in the village of Malverne in Nassau County, New York. It primarily serves commuters during peak hours, with limited service on weekdays and hourly trains on weekends. The station has two side platforms and is not currently ADA-accessible.
LIRR Malverne Station provides direct connections to Jamaica Station, allowing passengers to transfer to Penn Station, Grand Central Madison, or Atlantic Terminal. The surrounding neighborhood is residential, and the station is within walking distance of local shops and the Malverne village center.
LIRR Malverne Train Station
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| Location | Malverne, Nassau County, NY (at Church Street and Rider Avenue) |
| Operator | MTA Long Island Rail Road (LIRR) |
| Branch Served | West Hempstead Branch |
| Service Type | Local service with limited weekday and hourly weekend trains |
| Platforms/Tracks | 2 side platforms / 2 tracks |
| Accessibility | Not ADA-compliant |
| Connections | None directly at station; local walking access only |
| Facilities | Ticket vending machine, passenger shelters, benches |
LIRR Malverne Address
- Located on Hempstead Avenue and Uterbi Road, Malverne, NY 11565, adjacent to the village hall and the green place in the center of Malverne. It serves the West Hempstead Branch and is ~ 2.2MI from the Valley Stream Station
Malverne LIRR Features & Facilities
- Platform and track: a single track with four-car-length side platforms on the east. The only station on the branch with a station building is now serving as a village hall, below which ticket vending machines (TVMs) are located.
- Accessibility: ADA-compliant husbandry with Ramp, Touch Warning Strips, and visual passenger declarations. No lift is required due to grade-level access.
- Ticketing and waiting: TVMS on-site; No staff office. There is no formal waiting room, but a brief shelter is provided under the station canopy.
- Bikes and Telecom: Cycle racks are available. Use the Trentime App for scheduling and customer aid, including LIRRR Care Help.
LIRR Malverne Parking & Transit Access
- Parking: Measures Street Parking around the station, which is operated by Malvarne village. Permit parking is required for residents; Non-residents will have to pay the meter fee. According to MTA data, there are up to 252 spaces, although they may require permits in some areas.
- Bus Connection: Nassau County Buses offered further transit for Hempstead and remote Rockaway by County Buses N31, N31X, and N32.
- Taxi/Ride-Share: Drop-off Curb available near the station; Local taxis work through the village of Malvene Dispatch.
Malverne Station Nearby Attractions
- Village Green and Hall: Straight adjacent – an ideal place to relax, with greenery and small events by the village hall.
- Malverne Business District: Walk south on Hempstead Avenue to find local stores, cafes, restaurants, and services within a block.
- Nearby cities and parks: Excellent access to adjacent stations (e.g., Westwood Out 1 MI South -West or Lakeview Other 1½ MI Northeast), and Malverne High School is within a high school walk (~ 0.6 km).
LIRR Malverne Train Station Schedule
Malverne Station Weekday Schedule
| Direction | Sample Departure Time (Malverne) | Origin | Destination |
|---|---|---|---|
| Westbound | ~ 6:58 AM | Jamaica → West Hempstead | Arrives West Hempstead |
| Westbound | ~ 8:18 AM | Atlantic Terminal → West Hempstead | Arrives West Hempstead |
| Westbound | ~ 9:18 AM | Atlantic Terminal → West Hempstead | Arrives West Hempstead |
| Westbound | ~ 10:11 AM | Grand Central → West Hempstead | Arrives West Hempstead |
| Westbound | ~ 11:11 AM | Grand Central → West Hempstead | Arrives West Hempstead |
| Westbound | ~ 1:11 PM | Grand Central → West Hempstead | Arrives West Hempstead |
| Eastbound | ~ 5:36 PM | Penn Station → West Hempstead | Arrives West Hempstead |
| Eastbound | ~ 6:15 PM | Atlantic Terminal → West Hempstead | Arrives West Hempstead |
| Eastbound | ~ 6:49 PM | Atlantic Terminal → West Hempstead | Arrives West Hempstead |
| Eastbound | ~ 7:30 PM | Penn Station → West Hempstead | Arrives West Hempstead |
Malverne Station Weekend Schedule
| Direction | Approx. Time at Malverne | Origin → Destination | Typical Frequency |
|---|---|---|---|
| Inbound (to NYC) | ~ 5:28 AM | West Hempstead → Malverne → Jamaica → NYC | Hourly service early morning |
| ~ 6:32 AM | West Hempstead → Malverne → Grand Central | Hourly until late morning | |
| Mid‑morning inbound | ~ 7:30 AM onwards | Same pattern | Hourly intervals |
| Evening outbound | ~ 5:36 PM, ~ 6:15 PM | From NYC (Penn St / Atlantic) to Malverne → West Hempstead | Every ~30–60 minutes |
FAQs
Q1: What line serves the LIRR Malverne Station?
A1: Malverne Station belongs to the West Hempstead Branch.
Q2: What is the location of LIRR Malverne Station?
A2: Its location is at Church Street and Rider Avenue, Malverne, NY.
Q3: Is LIRR Malverne Station staffed or unstaffed?
A3: Malverne Station does not employ any staff, but it does have ticket vending machines.
Q4: How far is LIRR Malverne Station from Penn Station?
A4: The train takes about 50-60 minutes to travel between Malverne Station and Penn Station.
Q5: Does LIRR Malverne Station have parking facilities?
A5: Yes, there is restricted on-street and permit parking around Malverne Station.
