What is the cheapest way to get from Columbia University to Grand Central Terminal?

The cheapest way to get from Columbia University to Grand Central Terminal is to line 1 subway via Grand Central-42 St which costs $3 and takes 32 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Columbia University to Grand Central Terminal?

The fastest way to get from Columbia University to Grand Central Terminal is to taxi which takes 9 min and costs $23 - $28.

Is there a direct bus between Columbia University and Grand Central Terminal?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Broadway/W 116 St and arriving at 5 Av/W 44 St. Services depart every 15 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 1m.

Is there a direct train between Columbia University and Grand Central Terminal?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from 116 St-Columbia University and arriving at 42 St-Times Square. Services depart every 10 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 16 min.

How far is it from Columbia University to Grand Central Terminal?

The distance between Columbia University and Grand Central Terminal is 5 miles.

Where do I catch the Columbia University to Grand Central Terminal bus from?

Columbia University to Grand Central Terminal bus services, operated by MTA Bus Company, depart from Broadway/W 116 St station.

Where do I catch the Columbia University to Grand Central Terminal train from?

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

Where does the Columbia University to Grand Central Terminal bus arrive?

Columbia University to Grand Central Terminal bus services, operated by MTA Bus Company, arrive at 5 Av/W 44 St station.

Where does the Columbia University to Grand Central Terminal train arrive?

Columbia University to Grand Central Terminal train services, operated by MTA, arrive at 42 St-Times Square station.

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Columbia University to Grand Central Terminal

Q: How do I travel from Columbia University to Grand Central Terminal without a car?

The best way to get from Columbia University to Grand Central Terminal without a car is to line 1 subway via Grand Central-42 St which takes 32 min and costs $3.

Q: How long does it take to get from Columbia University to Grand Central Terminal?

It takes approximately 32 min to get from Columbia University to Grand Central Terminal, including transfers.

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There are 6 ways to get from Columbia University to Grand Central Terminal by subway, bus, taxi, or foot

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Line 1 subway via Grand Central-42 St
best
1. Take the subway from 116 St-Columbia University to 42 St-Times Squaresubway 1
32 min
$3
Line 1 subway
1. Take the subway from 116 St-Columbia University to 42 St-Times Squaresubway 1
38 min
$3
Bus via Broadway/W 116 St
1. Take the bus from Broadway/W 116 St to 5 Av/W 44 Stbus M4 / ...
1h 16m
$3–8
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Columbia University to Grand Central Terminaltaxi 5.1 mi
9 min
$23–28
Bus
1. Take the bus from Broadway/W 120 St to 5 Av/W 44 Stbus M4 / ...
1h 16m
$3–8
Walk
1. Take the foot from Columbia University to Grand Central Terminalwalk 4.6 mi
1h 28m

Columbia University to Grand Central Terminal by foot and subway

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Distance: 5 mi
Duration: 32 min

What companies run services between Columbia University, NY, USA and Grand Central Terminal, NY, USA?

MTA operates a subway from 116 St-Columbia University to 42 St-Times Square every 10 minutes. Tickets cost $3 and the journey takes 16 min. Alternatively, MTA Bus Company operates a bus from Broadway/W 116 St to 5 Av/W 44 St every 15 minutes. Tickets cost $3–8 and the journey takes 1h 1m.

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