What is the cheapest way to get from Columbia University to Roosevelt Island?

The cheapest way to get from Columbia University to Roosevelt Island is to line 1 subway which costs $3 and takes 22 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Columbia University to Roosevelt Island?

The fastest way to get from Columbia University to Roosevelt Island is to taxi which takes 15 min and costs $30 - $40.

Is there a direct bus between Columbia University and Roosevelt Island?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Riverside Dr/W 119 St and arriving at Central Park South/6 Av. Services depart every 15 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 32 min.

Is there a direct train between Columbia University and Roosevelt Island?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from 116 St-Columbia University and arriving at 59 St-Columbus Circle. Services depart every 10 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 12 min.

How far is it from Columbia University to Roosevelt Island?

The distance between Columbia University and Roosevelt Island is 3 miles.

How do I travel from Columbia University to Roosevelt Island without a car?

The best way to get from Columbia University to Roosevelt Island without a car is to line 1 subway which takes 22 min and costs $3.

How long does it take to get from Columbia University to Roosevelt Island?

The line 1 subway from 116 St-Columbia University to 59 St-Columbus Circle takes 12 min including transfers and departs every 10 minutes.

Where do I catch the Columbia University to Roosevelt Island bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Columbia University to Roosevelt Island train from?

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

Where does the Columbia University to Roosevelt Island bus arrive?

Columbia University to Roosevelt Island bus services, operated by MTA Bus Company, arrive at Central Park South/6 Av station.

Where does the Columbia University to Roosevelt Island train arrive?

Columbia University to Roosevelt Island train services, operated by MTA, arrive at 59 St-Columbus Circle station.

Where can I stay near Roosevelt Island?

There are 3846+ hotels available in Roosevelt Island.

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There are 5 ways to get from Columbia University to Roosevelt Island by subway, bus, taxi, or foot

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Line 1 subway
best
1. Take the subway from 116 St-Columbia University to 59 St-Columbus Circlesubway 1
22 min
$3
Bus
1. Take the bus from Riverside Dr/W 119 St to Central Park South/6 Avbus M5
43 min
$3–8
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Columbia University to Roosevelt Islandtaxi 7.3 mi
15 min
$30–40
Walk
1. Take the walk from Columbia University to Roosevelt Islandwalk 5.2 mi
1h 19m
Line 1 subway, subway
1. Take the subway from 116 St-Columbia University to 42 St-Times Squaresubway 1
2. Take the subway from 42 St-Bryant Park to Roosevelt Islandsubway F / ...
39 min
$6

Columbia University to Roosevelt Island by foot and subway

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Distance: 3.4 mi
Duration: 22 min

What companies run services between Columbia University, NY, USA and Roosevelt Island, NY, USA?

MTA operates a subway from 116 St-Columbia University to 59 St-Columbus Circle every 10 minutes. Tickets cost $3 and the journey takes 12 min. Alternatively, MTA Bus Company operates a bus from Riverside Dr/W 119 St to Central Park South/6 Av every 15 minutes. Tickets cost $3–8 and the journey takes 32 min.

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