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

The cheapest way to get from Columbia University to Lower Manhattan is to drive which costs $1 - $2 and takes 16 min.

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

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

Is there a direct bus between Columbia University and Lower Manhattan?

No, there is no direct bus from Columbia University to Lower Manhattan. However, there are services departing from Broadway/W 120 St and arriving at Broadway/Spring St via 5 Av/W 42 St. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 44m.

Is there a direct train between Columbia University and Lower Manhattan?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from 116 St-Columbia University and arriving at Canal St. Services depart every 10 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 27 min.

How far is it from Columbia University to Lower Manhattan?

The distance between Columbia University and Lower Manhattan is 7 miles. The road distance is 7.7 miles.

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

The best way to get from Columbia University to Lower Manhattan without a car is to line 1 subway which takes 37 min and costs $3.

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

The line 1 subway from 116 St-Columbia University to Canal St takes 27 min including transfers and departs every 10 minutes.

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

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

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

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

Where does the Columbia University to Lower Manhattan bus arrive?

Columbia University to Lower Manhattan bus services, operated by MTA Bus Company, arrive at 5 Av/W 41 St station.

Where does the Columbia University to Lower Manhattan train arrive?

Columbia University to Lower Manhattan train services, operated by MTA, arrive at Canal St station.

Can I drive from Columbia University to Lower Manhattan?

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

Where can I stay near Lower Manhattan?

There are 3716+ hotels available in Lower Manhattan.

Columbia University to Lower Manhattan - 4 ways to travel via line 1 subway

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

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Line 1 subway
best
1. Take the subway from 116 St-Columbia University to Canal Stsubway 1
37 min
$3
Drive 7.7 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Columbia University to Lower Manhattancar 7.7 mi
16 min
$2
Bus
1. Take the bus from Broadway/W 120 St to 5 Av/W 41 Stbus M4 / ...
2. Take the bus from 5 Av/W 42 St to Broadway/Spring Stbus M1 / ...
1h 44m
$6–15
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Columbia University to Lower Manhattantaxi 7.7 mi
16 min
$35–45

Columbia University to Lower Manhattan by foot and subway

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Distance: 7 mi
Duration: 37 min

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

MTA operates a subway from 116 St-Columbia University to Canal St every 10 minutes. Tickets cost $3 and the journey takes 27 min. Alternatively, you can take a vehicle from Columbia University to Broadway/Spring St via Broadway/W 120 St, 5 Av/W 41 St, and 5 Av/W 42 St in around 1h 44m.

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