What is the cheapest way to get from Columbia University to Union Square?

The cheapest way to get from Columbia University to Union Square is to drive which costs $1 - $2 and takes 12 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Columbia University to Union Square?

The fastest way to get from Columbia University to Union Square is to taxi which takes 12 min and costs $27 - $35.

Is there a direct bus between Columbia University and Union Square?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Adam C Powell Blvd/W 116 St and arriving at 5 Av/W 17 St. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 37 min.

Is there a direct train between Columbia University and Union Square?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from 116 St-Columbia University and arriving at 18 St. Services depart every 10 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 22 min.

How far is it from Columbia University to Union Square?

The distance between Columbia University and Union Square is 6 miles. The road distance is 6.4 miles.

How do I travel from Columbia University to Union Square without a car?

The best way to get from Columbia University to Union Square without a car is to line 1 subway which takes 32 min and costs $3.

How long does it take to get from Columbia University to Union Square?

The line 1 subway from 116 St-Columbia University to 18 St takes 22 min including transfers and departs every 10 minutes.

Where do I catch the Columbia University to Union Square bus from?

Columbia University to Union Square bus services, operated by MTA Bus Company, depart from Adam C Powell Blvd/W 116 St station.

Where do I catch the Columbia University to Union Square train from?

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

Where does the Columbia University to Union Square bus arrive?

Columbia University to Union Square bus services, operated by MTA Bus Company, arrive at 5 Av/W 17 St station.

Where does the Columbia University to Union Square train arrive?

Columbia University to Union Square train services, operated by MTA, arrive at 18 St station.

Can I drive from Columbia University to Union Square?

Yes, the driving distance between Columbia University to Union Square is 6 miles. It takes approximately 12 min to drive from Columbia University to Union Square.

Where can I stay near Union Square?

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Columbia University to Union Square - 6 ways to travel via line 1 subway

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There are 6 ways to get from Columbia University to Union Square by subway, bus, taxi, or car

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Line 1 subway
best
1. Take the subway from 116 St-Columbia University to 18 Stsubway 1
32 min
$3
Drive 6.4 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Columbia University to Union Squarecar 6.4 mi
12 min
$2
Bus
1. Take the bus from Adam C Powell Blvd/W 116 St to 5 Av/W 17 Stbus M2
53 min
$3–8
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Columbia University to Union Squaretaxi 6.4 mi
12 min
$27–35
Bus via W 31 St/6 Av
1. Take the bus from Riverside Dr/W 116 St to W 31 St/6 Avbus M5
1h 7m
$3–8
Bus via Manhattan Av/W 116 St
1. Take the bus from Manhattan Av/W 116 St to 5 Av/W 17 Stbus M3
1h 15m
$3–8

Columbia University to Union Square by foot and subway

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32 minAverage Duration

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Distance: 5.6 mi
Duration: 32 min

What companies run services between Columbia University, NY, USA and Union Square, NY, USA?

MTA operates a subway from 116 St-Columbia University to 18 St every 10 minutes. Tickets cost $3 and the journey takes 22 min. Alternatively, MTA Bus Company operates a bus from Adam C Powell Blvd/W 116 St to 5 Av/W 17 St hourly. Tickets cost $3–8 and the journey takes 37 min.

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