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Trip Overview

The average bus between George Washington University and Columbia University takes 6h 5m and the fastest bus takes 5h 30m. The bus service runs several times per day from George Washington 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.

6h 5m
Duration
283 mi
Distance
$74
Average price
5 times a day
Frequency

George Washington University to Columbia University bus times

Buses run 5 times a day between George Washington University and Columbia University. The earliest departure is at 12:19 AM at night, and the last departure from George Washington University is at 6:55 AM which arrives into Columbia University at 12:49 PM. All services require a transfer at New Hampshire Av NW+24 St NW and take an average of 6h 5m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Thursday, November 12, 2026

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    Washington Metropolitan Area Transit AuthorityPeter Pan Bus LinesMTA Bus Company5h 43m • 2 changes
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    Washington Metropolitan Area Transit AuthorityPeter Pan Bus LinesMTA Bus Company5h 39m • 2 changes
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    Washington Metropolitan Area Transit AuthorityPeter Pan Bus LinesMTA Bus Company5h 45m • 2 changes
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    Washington Metropolitan Area Transit AuthorityPeter Pan Bus LinesMTA Bus Company7h 15m • 2 changes

Departing Friday, November 13, 2026

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    Washington Metropolitan Area Transit AuthorityPeter Pan Bus LinesMTA Bus Company5h 43m • 2 changes
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    Washington Metropolitan Area Transit AuthorityPeter Pan Bus LinesMTA Bus Company5h 39m • 2 changes
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    Washington Metropolitan Area Transit AuthorityPeter Pan Bus LinesMTA Bus Company5h 45m • 2 changes
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    Washington Metropolitan Area Transit AuthorityPeter Pan Bus LinesMTA Bus Company7h 15m • 2 changes

Departing Saturday, November 14, 2026

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    Washington Metropolitan Area Transit AuthorityPeter Pan Bus LinesMTA Bus Company5h 40m • 2 changes
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    Washington Metropolitan Area Transit AuthorityPeter Pan Bus LinesMTA Bus Company5h 42m • 2 changes
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    Washington Metropolitan Area Transit AuthorityPeter Pan Bus LinesMTA Bus Company5h 33m • 2 changes
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    Washington Metropolitan Area Transit AuthorityPeter Pan Bus LinesMTA Bus Company5h 46m • 2 changes
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Departing Sunday, November 15, 2026

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    Washington Metropolitan Area Transit AuthorityPeter Pan Bus LinesMTA Bus Company5h 36m • 2 changes
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    Washington Metropolitan Area Transit AuthorityPeter Pan Bus LinesMTA Bus Company5h 30m • 2 changes
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    Washington Metropolitan Area Transit AuthorityPeter Pan Bus LinesMTA Bus Company5h 59m • 2 changes
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    Washington Metropolitan Area Transit AuthorityPeter Pan Bus LinesMTA Bus Company5h 43m • 2 changes
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Departing Monday, November 16, 2026

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    Washington Metropolitan Area Transit AuthorityPeter Pan Bus LinesMTA Bus Company5h 43m • 2 changes
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    Washington Metropolitan Area Transit AuthorityPeter Pan Bus LinesMTA Bus Company5h 39m • 2 changes
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    Washington Metropolitan Area Transit AuthorityPeter Pan Bus LinesMTA Bus Company5h 49m • 2 changes
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    Washington Metropolitan Area Transit AuthorityPeter Pan Bus LinesMTA Bus Company5h 45m • 2 changes
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Departing Tuesday, November 17, 2026

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    Washington Metropolitan Area Transit AuthorityPeter Pan Bus LinesMTA Bus Company5h 43m • 2 changes
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    Washington Metropolitan Area Transit AuthorityPeter Pan Bus LinesMTA Bus Company5h 39m • 2 changes
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    Washington Metropolitan Area Transit AuthorityPeter Pan Bus LinesMTA Bus Company5h 45m • 2 changes
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    Washington Metropolitan Area Transit AuthorityPeter Pan Bus LinesMTA Bus Company7h 15m • 2 changes

Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from George Washington University to Columbia University? We have put together a list of the most frequently asked questions from our users such as: What is the cheapest mode of transport? What is the quickest option? How much do tickets usually cost? and many more.

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  • Distance: 283.4 mi
  • Duration: 6h 5m

What companies run services between George Washington University, DC, USA and Columbia University, NY, USA?

Peter Pan Bus Lines operates a bus from Washington to New York hourly. Tickets cost $55–95 and the journey takes 4h 25m.

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