What is the cheapest way to get from New York Public Library to Columbia University?

The cheapest way to get from New York Public Library to Columbia University is to line 1 subway via 5th Avenue which costs $3 and takes 32 min.

What is the fastest way to get from New York Public Library to Columbia University?

The fastest way to get from New York Public Library to Columbia University is to taxi which takes 9 min and costs $22 - $27.

Is there a direct bus between New York Public Library and Columbia University?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from 6 Av/W 45 St and arriving at Riverside Dr/W 116 St. Services depart every 30 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 31 min.

Is there a direct train between New York Public Library and Columbia University?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from 42 St-Times Square and arriving at 116 St-Columbia University. Services depart every 10 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 16 min.

How far is it from New York Public Library to Columbia University?

The distance between New York Public Library and Columbia University is 5 miles.

Where do I catch the New York Public Library to Columbia University bus from?

New York Public Library to Columbia University bus services, operated by MTA Bus Company, depart from 6 Av/W 45 St station.

Where do I catch the New York Public Library to Columbia University train from?

New York Public Library to Columbia University train services, operated by MTA, depart from 42 St-Times Square station.

Where does the New York Public Library to Columbia University bus arrive?

New York Public Library to Columbia University bus services, operated by MTA Bus Company, arrive at Riverside Dr/W 116 St station.

Where does the New York Public Library to Columbia University train arrive?

New York Public Library to Columbia University train services, operated by MTA, arrive at 116 St-Columbia University station.

Where can I stay near Columbia University?

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New York Public Library to Columbia University

Q: How do I travel from New York Public Library to Columbia University without a car?

The best way to get from New York Public Library to Columbia University without a car is to line 1 subway via 5th Avenue which takes 32 min and costs $3.

Q: How long does it take to get from New York Public Library to Columbia University?

It takes approximately 32 min to get from New York Public Library to Columbia University, including transfers.

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There are 7 ways to get from New York Public Library to Columbia University by subway, bus, taxi, or foot

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Line 1 subway via 5th Avenue
best
1. Take the subway from 42 St-Times Square to 116 St-Columbia Universitysubway 1
32 min
$3
Line 1 subway
1. Take the subway from 42 St-Times Square to 116 St-Columbia Universitysubway 1
33 min
$3
Bus
1. Take the bus from 6 Av/W 45 St to Riverside Dr/W 116 Stbus M5
52 min
$3–8
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from New York Public Library to Columbia Universitytaxi 4.9 mi
9 min
$22–27
Bus via 6 Av/W 42 St
1. Take the bus from 6 Av/W 42 St to Riverside Dr/W 119 Stbus M5
54 min
$3–8
Bus #2
1. Take the bus from Madison Av/E 40 St to Broadway/W 120 Stbus M4
1h 13m
$3–8
Walk
1. Take the foot from New York Public Library to Columbia Universitywalk 4.5 mi
1h 26m

New York Public Library to Columbia University by foot and subway

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Distance: 4.9 mi
Duration: 32 min

What companies run services between New York Public Library, NY, USA and Columbia University, NY, USA?

MTA operates a subway from 42 St-Times Square to 116 St-Columbia University every 10 minutes, and the journey takes 16 min. Alternatively, MTA Bus Company operates a bus from 6 Av/W 45 St to Riverside Dr/W 116 St every 30 minutes. Tickets cost $3–8 and the journey takes 31 min.

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