The average train between Columbia University and Stony Brook University takes 2h 32m and the fastest train takes 2h 6m. There is a train service every few hours from Columbia University to Stony Brook 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.
Trains run hourly between Columbia University and Stony Brook University. The earliest departure is at 12:14 AM at night, and the last departure from Columbia University is at 11:49 PM which arrives into Stony Brook University at 2:24 AM. All services require a transfer at 116 St-Columbia University and take an average of 2h 32m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.
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Want to know about travelling from Columbia University to Stony Brook 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.
No, there is no direct train from Columbia University to Stony Brook University. However, there are services departing from Columbia University station and arriving at Stony Brook University station via Huntington. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 32m.
Columbia University to Stony Brook University train services, operated by MTA, depart from New York Penn Station.
Columbia University to Stony Brook University train services, operated by MTA, arrive at Stony Brook station.
The distance between Columbia University and Stony Brook University is 71.4 km. The road distance is 97 km.
You can take a vehicle from Columbia University to Stony Brook University via 116 St-Columbia University, 34 St-Penn Station, New York Penn Station, Huntington, and Stony Brook in around 2h 50m.