What is the cheapest way to get from Columbia University to Rockefeller Center?

The cheapest way to get from Columbia University to Rockefeller Center is to line 1 subway which costs $3 and takes 31 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Columbia University to Rockefeller Center?

The fastest way to get from Columbia University to Rockefeller Center is to taxi which takes 8 min and costs $21 - $26.

Is there a direct bus between Columbia University and Rockefeller Center?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Broadway/W 116 St and arriving at 5 Av/W 49 St. Services depart every 10 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 57 min.

Is there a direct train between Columbia University and Rockefeller Center?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from 116 St-Columbia University and arriving at 50 St. Services depart every 10 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 14 min.

How far is it from Columbia University to Rockefeller Center?

The distance between Columbia University and Rockefeller Center is 4 miles.

How long does it take to get from Columbia University to Rockefeller Center?

The line 1 subway from 116 St-Columbia University to 50 St takes 14 min including transfers and departs every 10 minutes.

Where do I catch the Columbia University to Rockefeller Center bus from?

Columbia University to Rockefeller Center bus services, operated by MTA Bus Company, depart from Broadway/W 116 St station.

Where do I catch the Columbia University to Rockefeller Center train from?

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

Where does the Columbia University to Rockefeller Center bus arrive?

Columbia University to Rockefeller Center bus services, operated by MTA Bus Company, arrive at 5 Av/W 49 St station.

Where does the Columbia University to Rockefeller Center train arrive?

Columbia University to Rockefeller Center train services, operated by MTA, arrive at 50 St station.

Where can I stay near Rockefeller Center?

There are 3173+ hotels available in Rockefeller Center.

Columbia University to Rockefeller Center - 6 ways to travel via line 1 subway

Q: How do I travel from Columbia University to Rockefeller Center without a car?

The best way to get from Columbia University to Rockefeller Center without a car is to line 1 subway which takes 31 min and costs $3.

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There are 6 ways to get from Columbia University to Rockefeller Center by subway, bus, taxi, or foot

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Line 1 subway
best
1. Take the subway from 116 St-Columbia University to 50 Stsubway 1
31 min
$3
Line 1 subway, subway
1. Take the subway from 116 St-Columbia University to 59 St-Columbus Circlesubway 1
2. Take the subway from 59 St-Columbus Circle to 47-50 Sts-Rockefeller Ctrsubway D / ...
31 min
$3
Bus via Broadway/W 116 St
1. Take the bus from Broadway/W 116 St to 5 Av/W 49 Stbus M4 / ...
1h 9m
$3–8
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Columbia University to Rockefeller Centertaxi 4.5 mi
8 min
$21–26
Bus
1. Take the bus from Broadway/W 120 St to 5 Av/W 49 Stbus M4 / ...
1h 9m
$3–8
Walk
1. Take the foot from Columbia University to Rockefeller Centerwalk 4 mi
1h 17m

Columbia University to Rockefeller Center by foot and subway

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Distance: 4.3 mi
Duration: 31 min

What companies run services between Columbia University, NY, USA and Rockefeller Center, NY, USA?

MTA operates a subway from 116 St-Columbia University to 50 St every 10 minutes. Tickets cost $3 and the journey takes 14 min. Alternatively, MTA Bus Company operates a bus from Broadway/W 116 St to 5 Av/W 49 St every 10 minutes. Tickets cost $3–8 and the journey takes 57 min.

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