The average train between Jackson Heights and Columbia University takes 46 min and the fastest train takes 41 min. The train runs at least 9 times per hour from Jackson Heights 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 every 10 minutes between Jackson Heights and Columbia University. The earliest departure is at 9:38 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Jackson Heights is at 2:26 PM which arrives into Columbia University at 3:16 PM. All services require a transfer at 42 St-Times Square and take an average of 46 min. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

45 min • 1 change

46 min • 1 change

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No, there is no direct train from Jackson Heights to Columbia University. However, there are services departing from Jackson Heights station and arriving at Columbia University station via 42 St-Times Square. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 46 min.
Jackson Heights to Columbia University train services, operated by MTA, depart from 82 St-Jackson Hts station.
Jackson Heights to Columbia University train services, operated by MTA, arrive at 116 St-Columbia University station.
The distance between Jackson Heights and Columbia University is 8.7 km. The road distance is 18 km.
You can take a subway from 82 St-Jackson Hts to Columbia University via 42 St-Times Square and 116 St-Columbia University in around 52 min.