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Columbus Circle to Columbia University buses

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Trip Overview

The average bus between Columbus Circle and Columbia University takes 24 min and the fastest bus takes 17 min. The bus runs at least 4 times per hour from Columbus Circle to Columbia University. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.

24 min
Duration
4 mi
Distance
$7
Average price
Every 15 minutes
Frequency

Columbus Circle to Columbia University bus times

Buses run every 15 minutes between Columbus Circle and Columbia University. The earliest departure is at 12:12 AM at night, and the last departure from Columbus Circle is at 11:57 PM which arrives into Columbia University at 12:15 AM. All services run direct with no transfers required, and take on average 24 min. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Monday, November 2, 2026

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    bus bus 25 min • Direct
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    bus bus 25 min • Direct
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    bus bus 25 min • Direct
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    bus bus 26 min • Direct
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Departing Tuesday, November 3, 2026

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    bus bus 19 min • Direct
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    bus bus 19 min • Direct
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    bus bus 19 min • Direct
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    bus bus 18 min • Direct
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Departing Wednesday, November 4, 2026

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    bus bus 19 min • Direct
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    bus bus 19 min • Direct
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    bus bus 19 min • Direct
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    bus bus 18 min • Direct
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Departing Thursday, November 5, 2026

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    bus bus 19 min • Direct
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    bus bus 19 min • Direct
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    bus bus 19 min • Direct
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    bus bus 18 min • Direct
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Departing Friday, November 6, 2026

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    bus bus 19 min • Direct
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    bus bus 19 min • Direct
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    bus bus 19 min • Direct
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    bus bus 18 min • Direct
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Departing Saturday, November 7, 2026

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    bus bus 19 min • Direct
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    bus bus 19 min • Direct
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    bus bus 19 min • Direct
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    bus bus 18 min • Direct
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Departing Sunday, November 8, 2026

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    bus bus 22 min • Direct
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    bus bus 22 min • Direct
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    bus bus 22 min • Direct
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    bus bus 22 min • Direct
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Frequently asked questions

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  • Distance: 4 mi
  • Duration: 24 min

What companies run services between Columbus Circle, NY, USA and Columbia University, NY, USA?

MTA Bus Company operates a bus from Central Park South/Columbus Circle to Riverside Dr/W 116 St every 20 minutes. Tickets cost $3–8 and the journey takes 28 min.

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