What is the cheapest way to get from Columbia University to New York Public Library?

The cheapest way to get from Columbia University to New York Public Library is to line 1 subway via 5th Avenue which costs $3 and takes 31 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Columbia University to New York Public Library?

The fastest way to get from Columbia University to New York Public Library is to taxi which takes 9 min and costs $23 - $28.

Is there a direct bus between Columbia University and New York Public Library?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Broadway/W 116 St and arriving at 5 Av/W 41 St. Services depart every 10 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 4m.

Is there a direct train between Columbia University and New York Public Library?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from 116 St-Columbia University and arriving at 42 St-Times Square. Services depart every 10 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 16 min.

How far is it from Columbia University to New York Public Library?

The distance between Columbia University and New York Public Library is 5 miles.

Where do I catch the Columbia University to New York Public Library bus from?

Columbia University to New York Public Library bus services, operated by MTA Bus Company, depart from Broadway/W 116 St station.

Where do I catch the Columbia University to New York Public Library train from?

Columbia University to New York Public Library train services, operated by MTA, depart from 116 St-Columbia University station.

Where does the Columbia University to New York Public Library bus arrive?

Columbia University to New York Public Library bus services, operated by MTA Bus Company, arrive at 5 Av/W 41 St station.

Where does the Columbia University to New York Public Library train arrive?

Columbia University to New York Public Library train services, operated by MTA, arrive at 42 St-Times Square station.

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Columbia University to New York Public Library

Q: How do I travel from Columbia University to New York Public Library without a car?

The best way to get from Columbia University to New York Public Library without a car is to line 1 subway via 5th Avenue which takes 31 min and costs $3.

Q: How long does it take to get from Columbia University to New York Public Library?

It takes approximately 31 min to get from Columbia University to New York Public Library, including transfers.

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There are 6 ways to get from Columbia University to New York Public Library by subway, bus, taxi, or foot

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Line 1 subway via 5th Avenue
best
1. Take the subway from 116 St-Columbia University to 42 St-Times Squaresubway 1
31 min
$3
Line 1 subway
1. Take the subway from 116 St-Columbia University to 42 St-Times Squaresubway 1
33 min
$3
Bus via Broadway/W 116 St
1. Take the bus from Broadway/W 116 St to 5 Av/W 41 Stbus M4 / ...
1h 15m
$3–8
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Columbia University to New York Public Librarytaxi 5 mi
9 min
$23–28
Bus
1. Take the bus from Broadway/W 120 St to 5 Av/W 41 Stbus M4 / ...
1h 15m
$3–8
Walk
1. Take the foot from Columbia University to New York Public Librarywalk 4.5 mi
1h 26m

Columbia University to New York Public Library by foot and subway

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Distance: 4.9 mi
Duration: 31 min

What companies run services between Columbia University, NY, USA and New York Public Library, NY, USA?

MTA operates a subway from 116 St-Columbia University to 42 St-Times Square every 10 minutes. Tickets cost $3 and the journey takes 16 min. Alternatively, MTA Bus Company operates a bus from Broadway/W 116 St to 5 Av/W 41 St every 10 minutes. Tickets cost $3–8 and the journey takes 1h 4m.

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