What is the cheapest way to get from Boston to Columbia University?

The cheapest way to get from Boston to Columbia University is to drive which costs $30 - $50 and takes 3h 55m.

What is the fastest way to get from Boston to Columbia University?

The fastest way to get from Boston to Columbia University is to drive which takes 3h 55m and costs $30 - $50.

Is there a direct bus between Boston and Columbia University?

No, there is no direct bus from Boston to Columbia University. However, there are services departing from Boston and arriving at Broadway/W 120 St via W 41 St/8 Av. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 33m.

Is there a direct train between Boston and Columbia University?

No, there is no direct train from Boston to Columbia University. However, there are services departing from Boston and arriving at 116 St-Columbia University via 34 St-Penn Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 33m.

How far is it from Boston to Columbia University?

The distance between Boston and Columbia University is 238 miles. The road distance is 204.9 miles.

How do I travel from Boston to Columbia University without a car?

The best way to get from Boston to Columbia University without a car is to train which takes 4h 33m and costs $55 - $750.

How long does it take to get from Boston to Columbia University?

It takes approximately 4h 33m to get from Boston to Columbia University, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Boston to Columbia University bus from?

Boston to Columbia University bus services, operated by Peter Pan Bus Lines, depart from Boston station.

Where do I catch the Boston to Columbia University train from?

Boston to Columbia University train services, operated by Amtrak, depart from Boston station.

Train or bus from Boston to Columbia University?

The best way to get from Boston to Columbia University is to train which takes 4h 33m and costs $55 - $750. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $45 - $85 and takes 5h 33m.

Where does the Boston to Columbia University bus arrive?

Boston to Columbia University bus services, operated by Peter Pan Bus Lines, arrive at New York station.

Where does the Boston to Columbia University train arrive?

Boston to Columbia University train services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at Ny Moynihan Train Hall At Penn Station.

Can I drive from Boston to Columbia University?

Yes, the driving distance between Boston to Columbia University is 205 miles. It takes approximately 3h 55m to drive from Boston to Columbia University.

Where can I stay near Columbia University?

There are 3936+ hotels available in Columbia University.

Boston to Columbia University - 8 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and ferry

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There are 8 ways to get from Boston to Columbia University by train (Amtrak), bus, car, ferry, plane, bus (Greyhound), train, or subway

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Train (Amtrak)
best
1. Take the train from Boston to Ny Moynihan Train Hall At Penn Stationtrain Northeast Regional
4h 33m
$57–717
Drive 203.7 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Boston to Columbia Universitycar 203.7 mi
3h 55m
$34–49
Bus
1. Take the bus from Boston to New Yorkbus Ppb 5774 / ...
5h 33m
$46–81
Ferry to Boston Logan Airport, fly to Laguardia Airport
1. Take the ferry from Long Wharf to Logan Airport Ferry Terminalferry
2. Fly from Boston Logan Airport (BOS) to Laguardia Airport (LGA)plane BOS - LGA
4h 3m
$77–518
Bus via Boston (Greyhound)
1. Take the bus from Boston to Port Authority Bus Terminalbus Greyhound US0230 / ...
5h 43m
$42–65
Ferry to Boston Logan Airport, fly to John F. Kennedy International Airport, train, line 1 subway
1. Take the ferry from Long Wharf to Logan Airport Ferry Terminalferry
2. Fly from Boston Logan Airport (BOS) to John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK)plane BOS - JFK
3. Take the train from Jamaica to New York Penn Stationtrain
4. Take the subway from 34 St-Penn Station to 116 St-Columbia Universitysubway
4h 3m
$501–1,432
Ferry to Boston Logan Airport, fly to Newark Liberty International Airport, train, line 1 subway
1. Take the ferry from Long Wharf to Logan Airport Ferry Terminalferry
2. Fly from Boston Logan Airport (BOS) to Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR)plane BOS - EWR
3. Take the train from Newark Airport Railroad Station to New York Penn Stationtrain
4. Take the subway from 34 St-Penn Station to 116 St-Columbia Universitysubway
4h 23m
$529–942
Train to Theodore Francis Green State Airport, fly to John F. Kennedy International Airport
1. Take the train from South Station to TF Green Airporttrain
2. Fly from Theodore Francis Green State Airport (PVD) to John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK)plane PVD - JFK
4h 56m
$62–288

Boston to Columbia University by train, subway, and foot (Amtrak)

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4h 33mAverage Duration

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Distance: 236.5 mi
Duration: 4h 33m

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

Amtrak operates a train from Boston to Ny Moynihan Train Hall At Penn Station every 3 hours. Tickets cost $120–200 and the journey takes 4h 2m. Amtrak Acela also services this route every 4 hours. Alternatively, Peter Pan Bus Lines operates a bus from Boston to New York hourly. Tickets cost $40–75 and the journey takes 4h 35m.

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