What is the cheapest way to get from Montclair State University to Columbia University?

The cheapest way to get from Montclair State University to Columbia University is to drive which costs $3 - $5 and takes 27 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Montclair State University to Columbia University?

The fastest way to get from Montclair State University to Columbia University is to drive which takes 27 min and costs $3 - $5.

Is there a direct bus between Montclair State University and Columbia University?

No, there is no direct bus from Montclair State University to Columbia University. However, there are services departing from Montclair State University and arriving at Broadway/W 120 St via W 41 St/8 Av. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 45m.

Is there a direct train between Montclair State University and Columbia University?

No, there is no direct train from Montclair State University to Columbia University. However, there are services departing from Montclair Heights and arriving at 116 St-Columbia University via 34 St-Penn Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 31m.

Where do I catch the Montclair State University to Columbia University bus from?

Montclair State University to Columbia University bus services, operated by NJ Transit, depart from Montclair State University station.

Where do I catch the Montclair State University to Columbia University train from?

Montclair State University to Columbia University train services, operated by NJ Transit, depart from Montclair Heights station.

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Q: How far is it from Montclair State University to Columbia University?

The distance between Montclair State University and Columbia University is 24 miles. The road distance is 19.5 miles.

Q: How do I travel from Montclair State University to Columbia University without a car?

The best way to get from Montclair State University to Columbia University without a car is to train and line 1 subway which takes 1h 31m and costs $6 - $18.

Q: How long does it take to get from Montclair State University to Columbia University?

It takes approximately 1h 31m to get from Montclair State University to Columbia University, including transfers.

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There are 4 ways to get from Montclair State University to Columbia University by train, subway, bus, car, or taxi

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Train, line 1 subway
best
1. Take the train from Montclair Heights to New York Penn Stationtrain Bntnm
2. Take the subway from 34 St-Penn Station to 116 St-Columbia Universitysubway 1
1h 31m
$6–18
Drive 19.4 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Montclair State University to Columbia Universitycar 19.4 mi
27 min
$4–5
Bus
1. Take the bus from Montclair State University to Port Authority Bus Terminalbus 191
2. Take the bus from W 41 St/8 Av to Broadway/W 120 Stbus M104
1h 45m
$12–33
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Montclair State University to Columbia Universitytaxi 19.4 mi
27 min
$70–85

Montclair State University to Columbia University by foot, train, and subway

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1h 31mAverage Duration

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Distance: 24.3 mi
Duration: 1h 31m

What companies run services between Montclair State University, NJ, USA and Columbia University, NY, USA?

You can take a vehicle from Montclair State University to Columbia University via Montclair State University, Port Authority Bus Terminal, W 41 St/8 Av, and Broadway/W 120 St in around 1h 45m.

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