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

The cheapest way to get from Columbia University to Chinatown is to drive which costs $1 - $3 and takes 16 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Columbia University to Chinatown is to taxi which takes 16 min and costs $35 - $45.

Is there a direct bus between Columbia University and Chinatown?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Amsterdam Av/W 118 St and arriving at Hudson St/Bethune St. Services depart every 15 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 3m.

Is there a direct train between Columbia University and Chinatown?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from 116 St-Columbia University and arriving at Franklin St. Services depart every 10 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 28 min.

How far is it from Columbia University to Chinatown?

The distance between Columbia University and Chinatown is 7 miles. The road distance is 8 miles.

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

The best way to get from Columbia University to Chinatown without a car is to line 1 subway which takes 38 min and costs $3.

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

The line 1 subway from 116 St-Columbia University to Franklin St takes 28 min including transfers and departs every 10 minutes.

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

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

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

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

Where does the Columbia University to Chinatown bus arrive?

Columbia University to Chinatown bus services, operated by MTA Bus Company, arrive at Hudson St/Bethune St station.

Where does the Columbia University to Chinatown train arrive?

Columbia University to Chinatown train services, operated by MTA, arrive at Franklin St station.

Can I drive from Columbia University to Chinatown?

Yes, the driving distance between Columbia University to Chinatown is 8 miles. It takes approximately 16 min to drive from Columbia University to Chinatown.

Where can I stay near Chinatown?

There are 2808+ hotels available in Chinatown.

Columbia University to Chinatown - 4 ways to travel via line 1 subway, and bus

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

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Line 1 subway
best
1. Take the subway from 116 St-Columbia University to Franklin Stsubway 1
38 min
$3
Drive 7.9 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Columbia University to Chinatowncar 7.9 mi
16 min
$2–3
Bus
1. Take the bus from Amsterdam Av/W 118 St to Hudson St/Bethune Stbus M11
1h 6m
$3–8
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Columbia University to Chinatowntaxi 7.9 mi
16 min
$35–45

Columbia University to Chinatown by foot and subway

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Distance: 7.3 mi
Duration: 38 min

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

MTA operates a subway from 116 St-Columbia University to Franklin St every 10 minutes. Tickets cost $3 and the journey takes 28 min. Alternatively, MTA Bus Company operates a bus from Amsterdam Av/W 118 St to Hudson St/Bethune St every 15 minutes. Tickets cost $3–8 and the journey takes 1h 3m.

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