What is the cheapest way to get from Columbia University to Howard Beach?

The cheapest way to get from Columbia University to Howard Beach is to subway which costs $3 and takes 1h 14m.

What is the fastest way to get from Columbia University to Howard Beach?

The fastest way to get from Columbia University to Howard Beach is to taxi which takes 28 min and costs $55 - $70.

Is there a direct bus between Columbia University and Howard Beach?

No, there is no direct bus from Columbia University to Howard Beach. However, there are services departing from Broadway/W 120 St and arriving at Cross Bay Blvd/159 Av via East 57th Street & Madison Avenue. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 19m.

Is there a direct train between Columbia University and Howard Beach?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from 125 St and arriving at Howard Beach-JFK Airport. Services depart every 15 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 59 min.

How far is it from Columbia University to Howard Beach?

The distance between Columbia University and Howard Beach is 21 miles. The road distance is 14.6 miles.

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

The best way to get from Columbia University to Howard Beach without a car is to subway which takes 1h 14m and costs $3.

How long does it take to get from Columbia University to Howard Beach?

The subway from 125 St to Howard Beach-JFK Airport takes 59 min including transfers and departs every 15 minutes.

Where do I catch the Columbia University to Howard Beach bus from?

Columbia University to Howard Beach bus services, operated by MTA Bus Company, depart from Broadway/W 120 St station.

Where do I catch the Columbia University to Howard Beach train from?

Columbia University to Howard Beach train services, operated by MTA, depart from 125 St station.

Where does the Columbia University to Howard Beach bus arrive?

Columbia University to Howard Beach bus services, operated by MTA Bus Company, arrive at 5 Av/W 59 St station.

Where does the Columbia University to Howard Beach train arrive?

Columbia University to Howard Beach train services, operated by MTA, arrive at Howard Beach-JFK Airport station.

Can I drive from Columbia University to Howard Beach?

Yes, the driving distance between Columbia University to Howard Beach is 15 miles. It takes approximately 28 min to drive from Columbia University to Howard Beach.

Where can I stay near Howard Beach?

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Columbia University to Howard Beach - 4 ways to travel via subway, bus

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

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Subway
best
1. Take the subway from 125 St to Howard Beach-JFK Airportsubway A
1h 14m
$3
Bus
1. Take the bus from Broadway/W 120 St to 5 Av/W 59 Stbus M4 / ...
2. Take the bus from East 57th Street & Madison Avenue to Cross Bay Blvd/159 Avbus Qm15 / ...
2h 19m
$6–15
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Columbia University to Howard Beachtaxi 14.5 mi
28 min
$55–70
Drive 14.5 mi
1. Drive from Columbia University to Howard Beachcar 14.5 mi
28 min
$3–4

Columbia University to Howard Beach by foot and subway

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Distance: 20.5 mi
Duration: 1h 14m

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

MTA operates a subway from 125 St to Howard Beach-JFK Airport every 15 minutes. Tickets cost $3 and the journey takes 59 min. Alternatively, you can take a vehicle from Columbia University to Cross Bay Blvd/159 Av via Broadway/W 120 St, 5 Av/W 59 St, and East 57th Street & Madison Avenue in around 2h 19m.

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