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Cornell University to Columbia University buses

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Trip Overview

The bus between Cornell University and Columbia University takes 5h 28m. The bus runs, on average, once a week from Cornell University 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.

5h 28m
Duration
280 mi
Distance
$162
Average price
Once a week
Frequency

Cornell University to Columbia University bus times

Buses run once a week between Cornell University and Columbia University. The service departs Cornell University at 3:10 PM in the afternoon, which arrives into Columbia University at 20:38:28. All services require a transfer at Ithaca and take an average of 5h 28m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Tuesday, November 3, 2026

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    TrailwaysMTA Bus Company5h 28m • 1 change

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  • Distance: 280.4 mi
  • Duration: 5h 28m

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

Trailways operates a bus from Ithaca to New York once a week. Tickets cost $40–170 and the journey takes 4h 30m.

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