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The average train between Islip and Columbia University takes 1h 46m and the fastest train takes 1h 34m. 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.

1h 46m
Duration
50 mi
Distance
$23
Average price
Every 3 hours
Frequency

Train

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  1. Take the train from Islip to Jamaicatrain train Montauk Branch
  2. Take the train from Jamaica to New York Penn Stationtrain train Babylon Branch / ...
1h 43m
$15–30

Islip to Columbia University train times

Trains run every 3 hours 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 1:31 AM. All services require a transfer at Jamaica and take an average of 1h 46m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Saturday, October 10, 2026

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    Long Island Rail RoadLong Island Rail RoadMTA3h 43m • 2 changes

Departing Sunday, October 11, 2026

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    Long Island Rail RoadLong Island Rail RoadMTA1h 52m • 2 changes

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    Long Island Rail RoadLong Island Rail RoadMTA1h 43m • 2 changes

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    Long Island Rail RoadLong Island Rail RoadMTA1h 44m • 2 changes

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    Long Island Rail RoadLong Island Rail RoadMTA1h 50m • 2 changes
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Departing Monday, October 12, 2026

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    Long Island Rail RoadLong Island Rail RoadMTA1h 54m • 2 changes

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    Long Island Rail RoadLong Island Rail RoadMTA1h 53m • 2 changes

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    Long Island Rail RoadLong Island Rail RoadMTA1h 39m • 2 changes

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    Long Island Rail RoadLong Island Rail RoadMTA1h 40m • 2 changes
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Departing Tuesday, October 13, 2026

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    Long Island Rail RoadLong Island Rail RoadMTA1h 55m • 2 changes

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    Long Island Rail RoadLong Island Rail RoadMTA1h 53m • 2 changes

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    Long Island Rail RoadLong Island Rail RoadMTA1h 39m • 2 changes

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Departing Wednesday, October 14, 2026

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    Long Island Rail RoadLong Island Rail RoadMTA1h 55m • 2 changes

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    Long Island Rail RoadLong Island Rail RoadMTA1h 53m • 2 changes

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    Long Island Rail RoadLong Island Rail RoadMTA1h 39m • 2 changes

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    Long Island Rail RoadLong Island Rail RoadMTA1h 40m • 2 changes
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Departing Thursday, October 15, 2026

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    Long Island Rail RoadLong Island Rail RoadMTA1h 55m • 2 changes

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    Long Island Rail RoadLong Island Rail RoadMTA1h 53m • 2 changes

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    Long Island Rail RoadLong Island Rail RoadMTA1h 39m • 2 changes

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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: 1h 46m

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

You can take a train from Islip to Columbia University via Jamaica, Penn Station, 34 St-Penn Station, and 116 St-Columbia University in around 1h 43m.

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