What is the fastest way to get from 34th Street–Herald Square Station to Columbia University?

The fastest way to get from 34th Street–Herald Square Station to Columbia University is to taxi which takes 9 min and costs $22 - $27.

Is there a direct bus between 34th Street–Herald Square Station and Columbia University?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from 6 Av/W 34 St and arriving at Riverside Dr/W 119 St. Services depart every 15 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 44 min.

Is there a direct train between 34th Street–Herald Square Station and Columbia University?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from 34 St-Penn Station station and arriving at 116 St-Columbia University. Services depart every 10 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 18 min.

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34th Street–Herald Square Station to Columbia University

Q: What is the cheapest way to get from 34th Street–Herald Square Station to Columbia University?

The cheapest way to get from 34th Street–Herald Square Station to Columbia University is to drive which costs $1 - $2 and takes 9 min.

Q: How far is it from 34th Street–Herald Square Station to Columbia University?

The distance between 34th Street–Herald Square Station and Columbia University is 5 miles. The road distance is 4.9 miles.

Q: How do I travel from 34th Street–Herald Square Station to Columbia University without a car?

The best way to get from 34th Street–Herald Square Station to Columbia University without a car is to line 1 subway which takes 31 min and costs $3.

Q: How long does it take to get from 34th Street–Herald Square Station to Columbia University?

The line 1 subway from 34 St-Penn Station to 116 St-Columbia University takes 18 min including transfers and departs every 10 minutes.

Q: Where do I catch the 34th Street–Herald Square Station to Columbia University bus from?

34th Street–Herald Square Station to Columbia University bus services, operated by MTA Bus Company, depart from 6 Av/W 34 St station.

Q: Where do I catch the 34th Street–Herald Square Station to Columbia University train from?

34th Street–Herald Square Station to Columbia University train services, operated by MTA, depart from 34 St-Penn Station.

Q: Where does the 34th Street–Herald Square Station to Columbia University bus arrive?

34th Street–Herald Square Station to Columbia University bus services, operated by MTA Bus Company, arrive at Riverside Dr/W 119 St station.

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There are 4 ways to get from 34th Street–Herald Square Station to Columbia University by subway, bus, taxi, or car

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Line 1 subway
best
1. Take the subway from 34 St-Penn Station to 116 St-Columbia Universitysubway 1
31 min
$3
Drive 4.9 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from 34th Street–Herald Square Station to Columbia Universitycar 4.9 mi
9 min
$1–2
Bus
1. Take the bus from 6 Av/W 34 St to Riverside Dr/W 119 Stbus M5
55 min
$3–8
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from 34th Street–Herald Square Station to Columbia Universitytaxi 4.9 mi
9 min
$22–27

34th Street–Herald Square Station to Columbia University by foot and subway

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Distance: 5.1 mi
Duration: 31 min

What companies run services between 34th Street–Herald Square Station, NY, USA and Columbia University, NY, USA?

MTA operates a subway from 34 St-Penn Station to 116 St-Columbia University every 10 minutes. Tickets cost $3 and the journey takes 18 min. Alternatively, MTA Bus Company operates a bus from 6 Av/W 34 St to Riverside Dr/W 119 St every 15 minutes. Tickets cost $3–8 and the journey takes 44 min.

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