The average train between Islip and Columbia University takes 2h 2m and the fastest train takes 1h 35m. There is a train service every few hours from Islip 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.
Trains run hourly between Islip and Columbia University. The earliest departure is at 12:11 AM at night, and the last departure from Islip is at 11:49 PM which arrives into Columbia University at 1:46 AM. All services require a transfer at Babylon and take an average of 2h 2m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


2h 29m • 2 changes


1h 39m • 2 changes


1h 48m • 2 changes


1h 49m • 2 changes


2h 12m • 2 changes


2h 3m • 2 changes


2h 22m • 2 changes


2h 22m • 2 changes


2h 14m • 2 changes


2h 32m • 2 changes


1h 55m • 2 changes


1h 47m • 2 changes


2h 15m • 2 changes


2h 32m • 2 changes


1h 55m • 2 changes


1h 47m • 2 changes
Want to know about travelling from Islip 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.
No, there is no direct train from Islip to Columbia University. However, there are services departing from Islip station and arriving at Columbia University station via New York Penn Station station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 2m.
Islip to Columbia University train services, operated by Long Island Rail Road, depart from Babylon station.
Islip to Columbia University train services, operated by Long Island Rail Road, arrive at New York Penn Station.
The distance between Islip and Columbia University is 63.8 km. The road distance is 80 km.
Long Island Rail Road operates a train from Babylon to New York Penn Station every 30 minutes. Tickets cost $8–20 and the journey takes 1h 11m.