What is the cheapest way to get from Hempstead to Columbia University?

The cheapest way to get from Hempstead to Columbia University is to drive which costs $4 - $7 and takes 34 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Hempstead to Columbia University?

The fastest way to get from Hempstead to Columbia University is to drive which takes 34 min and costs $4 - $7.

Is there a direct bus between Hempstead and Columbia University?

No, there is no direct bus from Hempstead station to Columbia University. However, there are services departing from Hempstead Bus Station and arriving at Broadway/W 116 St via W 41 St/8 Av. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 44m.

Is there a direct train between Hempstead and Columbia University?

No, there is no direct train from Hempstead to Columbia University. However, there are services departing from Mineola and arriving at 116 St-Columbia University via 34 St-Penn Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 6m.

How far is it from Hempstead to Columbia University?

The distance between Hempstead and Columbia University is 26 miles. The road distance is 23.5 miles.

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

The best way to get from Hempstead to Columbia University without a car is to train and line 1 subway which takes 1h 6m and costs $10 - $17.

How long does it take to get from Hempstead to Columbia University?

It takes approximately 1h 6m to get from Hempstead to Columbia University, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Hempstead to Columbia University bus from?

Hempstead to Columbia University bus services, operated by Greyhound USA, depart from Hempstead Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Hempstead to Columbia University train from?

Hempstead to Columbia University train services, operated by Long Island Rail Road, depart from Mineola station.

Where does the Hempstead to Columbia University bus arrive?

Hempstead to Columbia University bus services, operated by Greyhound USA, arrive at Port Authority Bus Terminal station.

Where does the Hempstead to Columbia University train arrive?

Hempstead to Columbia University train services, operated by Long Island Rail Road, arrive at New York Penn Station.

Can I drive from Hempstead to Columbia University?

Yes, the driving distance between Hempstead to Columbia University is 23 miles. It takes approximately 34 min to drive from Hempstead to Columbia University.

Where can I stay near Columbia University?

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Hempstead to Columbia University - 6 ways to travel via train

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There are 6 ways to get from Hempstead to Columbia University by train, subway, bus, car, taxi, or bus (Greyhound)

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Train, line 1 subway
best
1. Take the train from Mineola to New York Penn Stationtrain Ronkonkoma Branch / ...
2. Take the subway from 34 St-Penn Station to 116 St-Columbia Universitysubway 1
1h 6m
$10–17
Drive 23.3 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Hempstead to Columbia Universitycar 23.3 mi
34 min
$5–7
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Hempstead to Grand Central Terminaltrain Hempstead Branch
2. Take the bus from Madison Av/E 42 St to Broadway/W 120 Stbus M4
2h 9m
$11–22
Bus, subway
1. Take the bus from Terrace Av / Fulton to 179 St / Hillsidebus n6 / ...
2. Take the subway from Jamaica-179 St to 34 St-Herald Sqsubway F / ...
3. Take the bus from 6 Av/W 34 St to Riverside Dr/W 119 Stbus M5
2h 42m
$9–14
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Hempstead to Columbia Universitytaxi 23.3 mi
34 min
$210–260
Bus
1. Take the bus from Hempstead Bus Station to Port Authority Bus Terminalbus Greyhound US0250
2. Take the bus from W 41 St/8 Av to Broadway/W 116 Stbus M104
2h 44m
$7–15

Hempstead to Columbia University by train, subway, and foot

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Distance: 25.5 mi
Duration: 1h 6m

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

You can take a bus from Hempstead Bus Station to Columbia University via Port Authority Bus Terminal, W 41 St/8 Av, and Broadway/W 116 St in around 2h 44m.

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