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Trip Overview

The average train between 86th Street and Columbia University takes 32 min and the fastest train takes 28 min. The train runs at least 6 times per hour from 86th Street 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.

32 min
Duration
8 mi
Distance
$3
Average price
Every 10 minutes
Frequency

86th Street to Columbia University train times

Trains run every 10 minutes between 86th Street and Columbia University. The earliest departure is at 12:00 AM at night, and the last departure from 86th Street is at 11:59 PM which arrives into Columbia University at 12:32 AM. All services require a transfer at 42 St-Times Square and take an average of 32 min. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Thursday, November 12, 2026

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Departing Friday, November 13, 2026

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    MTAMTA30 min • 1 change
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    MTAMTA36 min • 1 change
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Departing Saturday, November 14, 2026

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    MTAMTA30 min • 1 change

Departing Sunday, November 15, 2026

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    MTAMTA37 min • 1 change
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    MTAMTA37 min • 1 change
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Departing Monday, November 16, 2026

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    MTAMTA32 min • 1 change
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    MTAMTA31 min • 1 change
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    MTAMTA31 min • 1 change
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Departing Tuesday, November 17, 2026

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    MTAMTA30 min • 1 change
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    MTAMTA36 min • 1 change
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    MTAMTA34 min • 1 change
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Departing Wednesday, November 18, 2026

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    MTAMTA30 min • 1 change
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    MTAMTA36 min • 1 change
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    MTAMTA34 min • 1 change
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    MTAMTA31 min • 1 change
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Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from 86th Street 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.

Map of how to get from 86th Street to Columbia University.ExpandLaunch map view
  • Distance: 7.8 mi
  • Duration: 32 min

What companies run services between 86th Street, NY, USA and Columbia University, NY, USA?

You can take a subway from 86th Street to Columbia University via 42 St-Times Square and 116 St-Columbia University in around 38 min.

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