What is the cheapest way to get from Columbia University to Lower East Side?

The cheapest way to get from Columbia University to Lower East Side is to drive which costs $1 - $3 and takes 17 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Columbia University to Lower East Side?

The fastest way to get from Columbia University to Lower East Side is to taxi which takes 17 min and costs $35 - $45.

Is there a direct bus between Columbia University and Lower East Side?

No, there is no direct bus from Columbia University to Lower East Side. However, there are services departing from Amsterdam Av/W 118 St and arriving at Grand St/Clinton St via 8 Av/Bleecker St. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 40m.

Is there a direct train between Columbia University and Lower East Side?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from 125 St and arriving at Grand St. Services depart every 10 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 22 min.

How far is it from Columbia University to Lower East Side?

The distance between Columbia University and Lower East Side is 8 miles. The road distance is 8.3 miles.

How do I travel from Columbia University to Lower East Side without a car?

The best way to get from Columbia University to Lower East Side without a car is to subway via 125 St which takes 37 min and costs $3.

How long does it take to get from Columbia University to Lower East Side?

The subway from 125 St to Grand St takes 22 min including transfers and departs every 10 minutes.

Where do I catch the Columbia University to Lower East Side bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Columbia University to Lower East Side train from?

Columbia University to Lower East Side train services, operated by MTA, depart from 125 St station.

Where does the Columbia University to Lower East Side bus arrive?

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

Where does the Columbia University to Lower East Side train arrive?

Columbia University to Lower East Side train services, operated by MTA, arrive at Grand St station.

Can I drive from Columbia University to Lower East Side?

Yes, the driving distance between Columbia University to Lower East Side is 8 miles. It takes approximately 17 min to drive from Columbia University to Lower East Side.

Where can I stay near Lower East Side?

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There are 5 ways to get from Columbia University to Lower East Side by subway, bus, taxi, or car

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Subway via 125 St
best
1. Take the subway from 125 St to Grand Stsubway B / ...
37 min
$3
Drive 8.2 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Columbia University to Lower East Sidecar 8.2 mi
17 min
$2–3
Bus
1. Take the bus from Amsterdam Av/W 118 St to Hudson St/Bethune Stbus M11
2. Take the bus from 8 Av/Bleecker St to Grand St/Clinton Stbus M14a-Sbs
1h 40m
$6–15
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Columbia University to Lower East Sidetaxi 8.2 mi
17 min
$35–45
Subway
1. Take the subway from 116 St to Grand Stsubway B
39 min
$3

Columbia University to Lower East Side by foot and subway

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Distance: 8.4 mi
Duration: 37 min

What companies run services between Columbia University, NY, USA and Lower East Side, NY, USA?

MTA operates a subway from 125 St to Grand St every 10 minutes. Tickets cost $3 and the journey takes 22 min. Alternatively, you can take a vehicle from Columbia University to Grand St/Clinton St via Amsterdam Av/W 118 St, Hudson St/Bethune St, and 8 Av/Bleecker St in around 1h 40m.

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