What is the cheapest way to get from Columbia University to Chelsea Piers?

The cheapest way to get from Columbia University to Chelsea Piers is to drive which costs $1 - $2 and takes 11 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Columbia University to Chelsea Piers?

The fastest way to get from Columbia University to Chelsea Piers is to taxi which takes 11 min and costs $24 - $30.

Is there a direct bus between Columbia University and Chelsea Piers?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Amsterdam Av/W 118 St and arriving at 9 Av/W 20 St. Services depart every 15 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 59 min.

Is there a direct train between Columbia University and Chelsea Piers?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from 116 St-Columbia University and arriving at 23 St. Services depart every 10 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 20 min.

How far is it from Columbia University to Chelsea Piers?

The distance between Columbia University and Chelsea Piers is 6 miles. The road distance is 5.6 miles.

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

The best way to get from Columbia University to Chelsea Piers without a car is to line 1 subway which takes 47 min and costs $3.

How long does it take to get from Columbia University to Chelsea Piers?

The line 1 subway from 116 St-Columbia University to 23 St takes 20 min including transfers and departs every 10 minutes.

Where do I catch the Columbia University to Chelsea Piers bus from?

Columbia University to Chelsea Piers bus services, operated by MTA Bus Company, depart from Amsterdam Av/W 118 St station.

Where do I catch the Columbia University to Chelsea Piers train from?

Columbia University to Chelsea Piers train services, operated by MTA, depart from 116 St-Columbia University station.

Where does the Columbia University to Chelsea Piers bus arrive?

Columbia University to Chelsea Piers bus services, operated by MTA Bus Company, arrive at 9 Av/W 20 St station.

Where does the Columbia University to Chelsea Piers train arrive?

Columbia University to Chelsea Piers train services, operated by MTA, arrive at 23 St station.

Can I drive from Columbia University to Chelsea Piers?

Yes, the driving distance between Columbia University to Chelsea Piers is 6 miles. It takes approximately 11 min to drive from Columbia University to Chelsea Piers.

Where can I stay near Chelsea Piers?

There are 3572+ hotels available in Chelsea Piers.

Columbia University to Chelsea Piers - 4 ways to travel via line 1 subway

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There are 4 ways to get from Columbia University to Chelsea Piers by subway, bus, taxi, or car

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Line 1 subway
best
1. Take the subway from 116 St-Columbia University to 23 Stsubway 1
47 min
$3
Drive 5.5 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Columbia University to Chelsea Pierscar 5.5 mi
11 min
$1–2
Bus
1. Take the bus from Amsterdam Av/W 118 St to 9 Av/W 20 Stbus M11
1h 11m
$3–8
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Columbia University to Chelsea Pierstaxi 5.5 mi
11 min
$24–30

Columbia University to Chelsea Piers by foot and subway

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Distance: 6.2 mi
Duration: 47 min

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

MTA operates a subway from 116 St-Columbia University to 23 St every 10 minutes. Tickets cost $3 and the journey takes 20 min. Alternatively, MTA Bus Company operates a bus from Amsterdam Av/W 118 St to 9 Av/W 20 St every 15 minutes. Tickets cost $3–8 and the journey takes 59 min.

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