What is the cheapest way to get from Lower East Side to Columbia University?

The cheapest way to get from Lower East Side to Columbia University is to drive which costs $1 - $3 and takes 16 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Lower East Side to Columbia University?

The fastest way to get from Lower East Side to Columbia University is to taxi which takes 16 min and costs $30 - $40.

Is there a direct bus between Lower East Side and Columbia University?

No, there is no direct bus from Lower East Side to Columbia University. However, there are services departing from Allen St/Grand St and arriving at Broadway/W 120 St via E 125 St/Lexington Av. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 19m.

Is there a direct train between Lower East Side and Columbia University?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Grand St and arriving at 125 St. Services depart every 10 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 23 min.

How far is it from Lower East Side to Columbia University?

The distance between Lower East Side and Columbia University is 8 miles. The road distance is 7.9 miles.

How do I travel from Lower East Side to Columbia University without a car?

The best way to get from Lower East Side to Columbia University without a car is to subway via 125 St which takes 38 min and costs $3.

How long does it take to get from Lower East Side to Columbia University?

The subway from Grand St to 125 St takes 23 min including transfers and departs every 10 minutes.

Where do I catch the Lower East Side to Columbia University bus from?

Lower East Side to Columbia University bus services, operated by MTA Bus Company, depart from Allen St/Grand St station.

Where do I catch the Lower East Side to Columbia University train from?

Lower East Side to Columbia University train services, operated by MTA, depart from Grand St station.

Where does the Lower East Side to Columbia University bus arrive?

Lower East Side to Columbia University bus services, operated by MTA Bus Company, arrive at E 126 St/2 Av station.

Where does the Lower East Side to Columbia University train arrive?

Lower East Side to Columbia University train services, operated by MTA, arrive at 125 St station.

Can I drive from Lower East Side to Columbia University?

Yes, the driving distance between Lower East Side to Columbia University is 8 miles. It takes approximately 16 min to drive from Lower East Side to Columbia University.

Where can I stay near Columbia University?

There are 3982+ hotels available in Columbia University.

Lower East Side to Columbia University - 6 ways to travel via subway, and bus

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There are 6 ways to get from Lower East Side to Columbia University by subway, bus, taxi, or car

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Subway via 125 St
best
1. Take the subway from Grand St to 125 Stsubway B / ...
38 min
$3
Drive 7.8 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Lower East Side to Columbia Universitycar 7.8 mi
16 min
$2–3
Bus
1. Take the bus from Allen St/Grand St to E 126 St/2 Avbus M15 / ...
1h 19m
$6–15
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Lower East Side to Columbia Universitytaxi 7.8 mi
16 min
$30–40
Subway
1. Take the subway from Grand St to 116 Stsubway B
40 min
$3
Bus via Hudson St/W 12 St
1. Take the bus from Grand St/Clinton St to Hudson St/W 12 Stbus M14a-Sbs
2. Take the bus from Bethune St/Greenwich St to Amsterdam Av/W 118 Stbus M11
1h 48m
$6–15

Lower East Side to Columbia University by subway and foot

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Distance: 8.4 mi
Duration: 38 min

What companies run services between Lower East Side, NY, USA and Columbia University, NY, USA?

MTA operates a subway from Grand St to 125 St every 10 minutes. Tickets cost $3 and the journey takes 23 min. Alternatively, MTA Bus Company operates a bus from Allen St/Grand St to E 126 St/2 Av every 5 minutes. Tickets cost $3–8 and the journey takes 49 min.

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