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Trip Overview

The average train between Raritan and Columbia University takes 1h 52m and the fastest train takes 1h 34m. There is a train service every few hours from Raritan 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 52m
Duration
44 mi
Distance
$20
Average price
Hourly
Frequency

Train, line 1 subway

best
  1. Take the train from Raritan to Newark Penn Stationtrain train
  2. Take the train from Newark Penn Station to New York Penn Stationtrain train Nec
  3. Take the subway from 34 St-Penn Station to 116 St-Columbia Universitysubway subway 1
1h 58m
$9–33

Raritan to Columbia University train times

Trains run hourly between Raritan and Columbia University. The earliest departure is at 4:29 AM at night, and the last departure from Raritan is at 11:37 PM which arrives into Columbia University at 1:32 AM. All services require a transfer at Newark Penn Station and take an average of 1h 52m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Thursday, October 15, 2026

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Departing Friday, October 16, 2026

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    NJ TransitNJ TransitMTA1h 52m • 2 changes

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Departing Saturday, October 17, 2026

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Departing Sunday, October 18, 2026

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Departing Monday, October 19, 2026

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    NJ TransitNJ TransitMTA1h 52m • 2 changes

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    NJ TransitNJ TransitMTA1h 55m • 2 changes

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Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from Raritan 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 Raritan to Columbia University.ExpandLaunch map view
  • Distance: 43.9 mi
  • Duration: 1h 52m

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

There is no direct connection from Raritan to Columbia University. However, you can take the train to Newark Penn Station, take the train to New York Penn Station, walk to 34 St-Penn Station, take the line 1 subway to 116 St-Columbia University, then walk to Columbia University.

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