What is the cheapest way to get from New York, NY to Columbia University?

The cheapest way to get from New York, NY to Columbia University is to drive which costs $1 - $2 and takes 16 min.

What is the fastest way to get from New York, NY to Columbia University?

The fastest way to get from New York, NY to Columbia University is to taxi which takes 16 min and costs $30 - $40.

Is there a direct bus between New York, NY and Columbia University?

No, there is no direct bus from New York, NY to Columbia University. However, there are services departing from 6 Av/W 34 St and arriving at Riverside Dr/W 119 St via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 14m.

Is there a direct train between New York, NY 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 New York, NY to Columbia University?

The distance between New York, NY and Columbia University is 9 miles. The road distance is 7.8 miles.

How do I travel from New York, NY to Columbia University without a car?

The best way to get from New York, NY to Columbia University without a car is to subway via 125 St which takes 43 min and costs $3.

How long does it take to get from New York, NY 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 New York, NY to Columbia University bus from?

New York, NY to Columbia University bus services, operated by MTA Bus Company, depart from 6 Av/W 34 St station.

Where do I catch the New York, NY to Columbia University train from?

New York, NY to Columbia University train services, operated by MTA, depart from Grand St station.

Where does the New York, NY to Columbia University bus arrive?

New York, NY to Columbia University bus services, operated by MTA Bus Company, arrive at Riverside Dr/W 119 St station.

Where does the New York, NY to Columbia University train arrive?

New York, NY to Columbia University train services, operated by MTA, arrive at 125 St station.

Can I drive from New York, NY to Columbia University?

Yes, the driving distance between New York, NY to Columbia University is 8 miles. It takes approximately 16 min to drive from New York, NY to Columbia University.

Where can I stay near Columbia University?

There are 2874+ hotels available in Columbia University.

New York, NY to Columbia University - 5 ways to travel via subway, bus

How to get fromNew York, NY to Columbia University

Travel from

See all options

Search accommodation with Expedia

There are 5 ways to get from New York, NY to Columbia University by subway, bus, taxi, or car

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Subway via 125 St
best
1. Take the subway from Grand St to 125 Stsubway B / ...
43 min
$3
Drive 7.7 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from New York, NY to Columbia Universitycar 7.7 mi
16 min
$2
Bus
1. Take the bus from 6 Av/W 34 St to Riverside Dr/W 119 Stbus M5
1h 14m
$6–11
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from New York, NY to Columbia Universitytaxi 7.7 mi
16 min
$30–40
Subway
1. Take the subway from Grand St to 116 Stsubway B
44 min
$3

New York, NY to Columbia University by foot and subway

1506Weekly Services

43 minAverage Duration

$3Cheapest Price

See schedules

Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from New York, NY to Columbia University.

Launch map view

Distance: 8.7 mi
Duration: 43 min

What companies run services between New York, 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 6 Av/W 34 St to Riverside Dr/W 119 St every 15 minutes. Tickets cost $3–8 and the journey takes 44 min.

Train operators