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Trip Overview

The average train between Islip and Columbia University takes 2h 24m and the fastest train takes 1h 41m. The train service runs several times per day 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.

2h 24m
Duration
50 mi
Distance
$25
Average price
5 times a day
Frequency

Islip to Columbia University train times

Trains run 5 times a day between Islip and Columbia University. The earliest departure is at 12:12 AM at night, and the last departure from Islip is at 10:56 PM which arrives into Columbia University at 12:46 AM. All services require a transfer at Babylon and take an average of 2h 24m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Sunday, November 1, 2026

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    Long Island Rail RoadLong Island Rail RoadMTA2h 32m • 2 changes
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    Long Island Rail RoadLong Island Rail RoadMTA2h 3m • 2 changes
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    Long Island Rail RoadLong Island Rail RoadMTA1h 57m • 2 changes
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    Long Island Rail RoadLong Island Rail RoadMTA2h 29m • 2 changes
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Departing Monday, November 2, 2026

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    Long Island Rail RoadLong Island Rail RoadMTA1h 41m • 2 changes
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    Long Island Rail RoadLong Island Rail RoadMTA3h 17m • 2 changes
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    Long Island Rail RoadLong Island Rail RoadMTA2h 34m • 2 changes
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    Long Island Rail RoadLong Island Rail RoadMTA2h 22m • 2 changes

Departing Tuesday, November 3, 2026

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    Long Island Rail RoadLong Island Rail RoadMTA1h 41m • 2 changes
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    Long Island Rail RoadLong Island Rail RoadMTA3h 17m • 2 changes
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    Long Island Rail RoadLong Island Rail RoadMTA2h 34m • 2 changes
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    Long Island Rail RoadLong Island Rail RoadMTA2h 22m • 2 changes

Departing Wednesday, November 4, 2026

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    Long Island Rail RoadLong Island Rail RoadMTA1h 41m • 2 changes
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    Long Island Rail RoadLong Island Rail RoadMTA3h 17m • 2 changes
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    Long Island Rail RoadLong Island Rail RoadMTA2h 34m • 2 changes
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    Long Island Rail RoadLong Island Rail RoadMTA2h 22m • 2 changes

Departing Thursday, November 5, 2026

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    Long Island Rail RoadLong Island Rail RoadMTA1h 41m • 2 changes
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    Long Island Rail RoadLong Island Rail RoadMTA3h 17m • 2 changes
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    Long Island Rail RoadLong Island Rail RoadMTA2h 34m • 2 changes
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    Long Island Rail RoadLong Island Rail RoadMTA2h 22m • 2 changes

Departing Friday, November 6, 2026

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    Long Island Rail RoadLong Island Rail RoadMTA1h 41m • 2 changes
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    Long Island Rail RoadLong Island Rail RoadMTA3h 17m • 2 changes
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    Long Island Rail RoadLong Island Rail RoadMTA2h 34m • 2 changes
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    Long Island Rail RoadLong Island Rail RoadMTA2h 22m • 2 changes

Frequently asked questions

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.

Map of how to get from Islip to Columbia University.ExpandLaunch map view
  • Distance: 49.5 mi
  • Duration: 2h 24m

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

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 12m.

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