What is the cheapest way to get from Columbia University to New York, NY?

The cheapest way to get from Columbia University to New York, NY is to drive which costs $1 - $3 and takes 17 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Columbia University to New York, NY?

The fastest way to get from Columbia University to New York, NY is to taxi which takes 17 min and costs $30 - $45.

Is there a direct bus between Columbia University and New York, NY?

No, there is no direct bus from Columbia University to New York, NY. However, there are services departing from Riverside Dr/W 119 St and arriving at Bowery/Canal St via Lexington Av/E 59 St. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 43m.

Is there a direct train between Columbia University and New York, NY?

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 New York, NY?

The distance between Columbia University and New York, NY is 9 miles. The road distance is 8.1 miles.

How do I travel from Columbia University to New York, NY without a car?

The best way to get from Columbia University to New York, NY without a car is to subway via 125 St which takes 42 min and costs $3.

How long does it take to get from Columbia University to New York, NY?

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 New York, NY bus from?

Columbia University to New York, NY bus services, operated by MTA Bus Company, depart from Riverside Dr/W 119 St station.

Where do I catch the Columbia University to New York, NY train from?

Columbia University to New York, NY train services, operated by MTA, depart from 125 St station.

Where does the Columbia University to New York, NY bus arrive?

Columbia University to New York, NY bus services, operated by MTA Bus Company, arrive at 5 Av/W 58 St station.

Where does the Columbia University to New York, NY train arrive?

Columbia University to New York, NY train services, operated by MTA, arrive at Grand St station.

Can I drive from Columbia University to New York, NY?

Yes, the driving distance between Columbia University to New York, NY is 8 miles. It takes approximately 17 min to drive from Columbia University to New York, NY.

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There are 5 ways to get from Columbia University to New York, NY 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 / ...
42 min
$3
Drive 8 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Columbia University to New York, NYcar 8 mi
17 min
$2–3
Bus
1. Take the bus from Riverside Dr/W 119 St to 5 Av/W 58 Stbus M5
2. Take the bus from Lexington Av/E 59 St to Bowery/Canal Stbus M103
1h 43m
$6–15
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Columbia University to New York, NYtaxi 8 mi
17 min
$30–45
Subway
1. Take the subway from 116 St to Grand Stsubway B
43 min
$3

Columbia University to New York, NY by foot and subway

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Distance: 8.7 mi
Duration: 42 min

What companies run services between Columbia University, NY, USA and New York, 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 New York, NY via Riverside Dr/W 119 St, 5 Av/W 58 St, Lexington Av/E 59 St, and Bowery/Canal St in around 1h 43m.

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