What is the cheapest way to get from Columbia University to Madison Square Garden Center?

The cheapest way to get from Columbia University to Madison Square Garden Center is to drive which costs $1 - $2 and takes 9 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Columbia University to Madison Square Garden Center?

The fastest way to get from Columbia University to Madison Square Garden Center is to taxi which takes 9 min and costs $24 - $29.

Is there a direct bus between Columbia University and Madison Square Garden Center?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Amsterdam Av/W 118 St and arriving at 9 Av/W 35 St. Services depart every 20 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 50 min.

Is there a direct train between Columbia University and Madison Square Garden Center?

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 long does it take to get from Columbia University to Madison Square Garden Center?

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 Madison Square Garden Center bus from?

Columbia University to Madison Square Garden Center bus services, operated by MTA Bus Company, depart from Amsterdam Av/W 118 St station.

Where do I catch the Columbia University to Madison Square Garden Center train from?

Columbia University to Madison Square Garden Center train services, operated by MTA, depart from 116 St-Columbia University station.

Where can I stay near Madison Square Garden Center?

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Q: How far is it from Columbia University to Madison Square Garden Center?

The distance between Columbia University and Madison Square Garden Center is 5 miles. The road distance is 5.4 miles.

Q: How do I travel from Columbia University to Madison Square Garden Center without a car?

The best way to get from Columbia University to Madison Square Garden Center without a car is to line 1 subway which takes 30 min and costs $3.

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There are 4 ways to get from Columbia University to Madison Square Garden Center 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
30 min
$3
Drive 5.3 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Columbia University to Madison Square Garden Centercar 5.3 mi
9 min
$1–2
Bus
1. Take the bus from Amsterdam Av/W 118 St to 9 Av/W 35 Stbus M11
59 min
$3–8
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Columbia University to Madison Square Garden Centertaxi 5.3 mi
9 min
$24–29

Columbia University to Madison Square Garden Center by foot and subway

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Distance: 5 mi
Duration: 30 min

What companies run services between Columbia University, NY, USA and Madison Square Garden Center, 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 Amsterdam Av/W 118 St to 9 Av/W 35 St every 20 minutes. Tickets cost $3–8 and the journey takes 50 min.

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