What is the cheapest way to get from Columbia University to Times Square–42nd Street Station?

The cheapest way to get from Columbia University to Times Square–42nd Street Station is to line 1 subway which costs $3 and takes 29 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Columbia University to Times Square–42nd Street Station?

The fastest way to get from Columbia University to Times Square–42nd Street Station is to taxi which takes 9 min and costs $22 - $27.

Is there a direct bus between Columbia University and Times Square–42nd Street Station?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Broadway/W 116 St and arriving at 7 Av/W 44 St. Services depart every 15 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 49 min.

Is there a direct train between Columbia University and Times Square–42nd Street Station?

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.

Where do I catch the Columbia University to Times Square–42nd Street Station bus from?

Columbia University to Times Square–42nd Street Station bus services, operated by MTA Bus Company, depart from Broadway/W 116 St station.

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Columbia University to Times Square–42nd Street Station

Q: How far is it from Columbia University to Times Square–42nd Street Station?

The distance between Columbia University and Times Square–42nd Street Station is 5 miles.

Q: How do I travel from Columbia University to Times Square–42nd Street Station without a car?

The best way to get from Columbia University to Times Square–42nd Street Station without a car is to line 1 subway which takes 29 min and costs $3.

Q: How long does it take to get from Columbia University to Times Square–42nd Street Station?

The line 1 subway from 116 St-Columbia University to 42 St-Times Square takes 16 min including transfers and departs every 10 minutes.

Q: Where do I catch the Columbia University to Times Square–42nd Street Station train from?

Columbia University to Times Square–42nd Street Station train services, operated by MTA, depart from 116 St-Columbia University station.

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There are 5 ways to get from Columbia University to Times Square–42nd Street Station by subway, bus, taxi, or foot

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Line 1 subway
best
1. Take the subway from 116 St-Columbia University to 42 St-Times Squaresubway 1
29 min
$3
Bus via 7 Av/W 44 St
1. Take the bus from Broadway/W 116 St to 7 Av/W 44 Stbus M104
1h 4m
$3–8
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Columbia University to Times Square–42nd Street Stationtaxi 4.8 mi
9 min
$22–27
Walk
1. Take the walk from Columbia University to Times Square–42nd Street Stationwalk 4.2 mi
1h 21m
Bus
1. Take the bus from Broadway/W 120 St to 5 Av/W 41 Stbus M4 / ...
1h 19m
$3–8

Columbia University to Times Square–42nd Street Station by foot and subway

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Distance: 4.7 mi
Duration: 29 min

What companies run services between Columbia University, NY, USA and Times Square–42nd Street Station, 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 7 Av/W 44 St every 15 minutes. Tickets cost $3–8 and the journey takes 49 min.

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