What is the cheapest way to get from Columbia University to Empire State Building?

The cheapest way to get from Columbia University to Empire State Building is to drive which costs $1 - $2 and takes 9 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Columbia University to Empire State Building?

The fastest way to get from Columbia University to Empire State Building is to taxi which takes 9 min and costs $24 - $30.

Is there a direct bus between Columbia University and Empire State Building?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Riverside Dr/W 119 St and arriving at W 31 St/6 Av. Services depart every 15 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 55 min.

Is there a direct train between Columbia University and Empire State Building?

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

How far is it from Columbia University to Empire State Building?

The distance between Columbia University and Empire State Building is 5 miles. The road distance is 5.5 miles.

How long does it take to get from Columbia University to Empire State Building?

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

Where do I catch the Columbia University to Empire State Building bus from?

Columbia University to Empire State Building bus services, operated by MTA Bus Company, depart from Riverside Dr/W 119 St station.

Where do I catch the Columbia University to Empire State Building train from?

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

Where does the Columbia University to Empire State Building bus arrive?

Columbia University to Empire State Building bus services, operated by MTA Bus Company, arrive at W 31 St/6 Av station.

Where does the Columbia University to Empire State Building train arrive?

Columbia University to Empire State Building train services, operated by MTA, arrive at 34 St-Penn Station.

Can I drive from Columbia University to Empire State Building?

Yes, the driving distance between Columbia University to Empire State Building is 6 miles. It takes approximately 9 min to drive from Columbia University to Empire State Building.

Where can I stay near Empire State Building?

There are 3760+ hotels available in Empire State Building.

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Q: How do I travel from Columbia University to Empire State Building without a car?

The best way to get from Columbia University to Empire State Building without a car is to line 1 subway which takes 34 min and costs $3.

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There are 5 ways to get from Columbia University to Empire State Building by subway, bus, taxi, or car

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Line 1 subway
best
1. Take the subway from 116 St-Columbia University to 34 St-Penn Stationsubway 1
34 min
$3
Drive 5.5 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Columbia University to Empire State Buildingcar 5.5 mi
9 min
$1–2
Bus via W 31 St/6 Av
1. Take the bus from Riverside Dr/W 119 St to W 31 St/6 Avbus M5
1h 11m
$3–8
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Columbia University to Empire State Buildingtaxi 5.5 mi
9 min
$24–30
Bus
1. Take the bus from Broadway/W 120 St to E 32 St/5 Avbus M4 / ...
1h 23m
$3–8

Columbia University to Empire State Building by foot and subway

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34 minAverage Duration

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Distance: 5.2 mi
Duration: 34 min

What companies run services between Columbia University, NY, USA and Empire State Building, NY, USA?

MTA operates a subway from 116 St-Columbia University to 34 St-Penn Station every 10 minutes. Tickets cost $3 and the journey takes 18 min. Alternatively, MTA Bus Company operates a bus from Riverside Dr/W 119 St to W 31 St/6 Av every 15 minutes. Tickets cost $3–8 and the journey takes 55 min.

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