What is the cheapest way to get from Fort Greene to Columbia University?

The cheapest way to get from Fort Greene to Columbia University is to drive which costs $1 - $3 and takes 20 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Fort Greene to Columbia University?

The fastest way to get from Fort Greene to Columbia University is to taxi which takes 20 min and costs $40 - $50.

Is there a direct bus between Fort Greene and Columbia University?

No, there is no direct bus from Fort Greene to Columbia University. However, there are services departing from Atlantic Av/4 Av and arriving at Amsterdam Av/W 118 St via Amsterdam Av/W 72 St. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 39m.

Is there a direct train between Fort Greene and Columbia University?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Lafayette Av and arriving at 116 St. Services depart every 15 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 40 min.

How far is it from Fort Greene to Columbia University?

The distance between Fort Greene and Columbia University is 11 miles. The road distance is 10.1 miles.

How do I travel from Fort Greene to Columbia University without a car?

The best way to get from Fort Greene to Columbia University without a car is to subway which takes 53 min and costs $3.

How long does it take to get from Fort Greene to Columbia University?

The subway from Lafayette Av to 116 St takes 40 min including transfers and departs every 15 minutes.

Where do I catch the Fort Greene to Columbia University bus from?

Fort Greene to Columbia University bus services, operated by OVR Ride LLC, depart from Atlantic Av/4 Av station.

Where do I catch the Fort Greene to Columbia University train from?

Fort Greene to Columbia University train services, operated by MTA, depart from Lafayette Av station.

Where does the Fort Greene to Columbia University bus arrive?

Fort Greene to Columbia University bus services, operated by OVR Ride LLC, arrive at Broadway/73rd station.

Where does the Fort Greene to Columbia University train arrive?

Fort Greene to Columbia University train services, operated by MTA, arrive at 116 St station.

Can I drive from Fort Greene to Columbia University?

Yes, the driving distance between Fort Greene to Columbia University is 10 miles. It takes approximately 20 min to drive from Fort Greene to Columbia University.

Where can I stay near Columbia University?

There are 3210+ hotels available in Columbia University.

Fort Greene to Columbia University - 4 ways to travel via subway, bus, and taxi

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There are 4 ways to get from Fort Greene to Columbia University by subway, bus, taxi, or car

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Subway
best
1. Take the subway from Lafayette Av to 116 Stsubway A / ...
53 min
$3
Drive 10.1 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Fort Greene to Columbia Universitycar 10.1 mi
20 min
$2–3
Bus
1. Take the bus from Atlantic Av/4 Av to Broadway/73rdbus to Mount Snow / ...
2. Take the bus from Amsterdam Av/W 72 St to Amsterdam Av/W 118 Stbus M11
1h 39m
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Fort Greene to Columbia Universitytaxi 10.1 mi
20 min
$40–50

Fort Greene to Columbia University by subway and foot

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Distance: 10.9 mi
Duration: 53 min

What companies run services between Fort Greene, NY, USA and Columbia University, NY, USA?

MTA operates a subway from Lafayette Av to 116 St every 15 minutes. Tickets cost $3 and the journey takes 40 min. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Atlantic Av/4 Av to Columbia University via Broadway/73rd, Amsterdam Av/W 72 St, and Amsterdam Av/W 118 St in around 1h 39m.

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