What is the cheapest way to get from Columbia University to Vassar College?

The cheapest way to get from Columbia University to Vassar College is to drive which costs $12 - $18 and takes 1h 46m.

What is the fastest way to get from Columbia University to Vassar College?

The fastest way to get from Columbia University to Vassar College is to drive which takes 1h 46m and costs $12 - $18.

Is there a direct train between Columbia University and Vassar College?

No, there is no direct train from Columbia University to Vassar College. However, there are services departing from 125th Street - Harlem and arriving at Poughkeepsie via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 1m.

How far is it from Columbia University to Vassar College?

The distance between Columbia University and Vassar College is 74 miles. The road distance is 67.6 miles.

How do I travel from Columbia University to Vassar College without a car?

The best way to get from Columbia University to Vassar College without a car is to train which takes 3h 1m and costs $20 - $30.

How long does it take to get from Columbia University to Vassar College?

It takes approximately 3h 1m to get from Columbia University to Vassar College, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Columbia University to Vassar College train from?

Columbia University to Vassar College train services, operated by Metro-North Railroad (MNR), depart from 125th Street - Harlem station.

Where does the Columbia University to Vassar College train arrive?

Columbia University to Vassar College train services, operated by Metro-North Railroad (MNR), arrive at Poughkeepsie station.

Can I drive from Columbia University to Vassar College?

Yes, the driving distance between Columbia University to Vassar College is 68 miles. It takes approximately 1h 46m to drive from Columbia University to Vassar College.

Where can I stay near Vassar College?

There are 136+ hotels available in Vassar College.

Columbia University to Vassar College - 4 ways to travel via train, bus

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There are 4 ways to get from Columbia University to Vassar College by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from 125th Street - Harlem to Poughkeepsietrain Hudson
3h 1m
$20–30
Train, bus
cheapest
1. Take the train from 125th Street - Harlem to White Plainstrain Harlem
2. Take the bus from TransCenter to DOT Region Officebus Wpp
4h 31m
$12–30
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Amsterdam Av/W 120 St to 9 Av/W 30 Stbus M11
2. Take the train from Ny Moynihan Train Hall At Penn Station to Poughkeepsie Amtrak Stationtrain Empire Service / ...
4h 17m
$28–59
Drive 67.2 mi
1. Drive from Columbia University to Vassar Collegecar 67.2 mi
1h 46m
$13–18

Columbia University to Vassar College by foot, bus, and train

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4h 17mAverage Duration

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Distance: 73.1 mi
Duration: 3h 1m

What companies run services between Columbia University, NY, USA and Vassar College, NY, USA?

Metro-North Railroad (MNR) operates a train from 125th Street - Harlem to Poughkeepsie hourly. Tickets cost $18–28 and the journey takes 1h 38m.

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