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

The cheapest way to get from Newark to Columbia University is to drive which costs $25 - $40 and takes 2h 37m.

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

The fastest way to get from Newark to Columbia University is to train which takes 2h 33m and costs $40 - $90.

Is there a direct bus between Newark and Columbia University?

No, there is no direct bus from Newark to Columbia University. However, there are services departing from Newark and arriving at Amsterdam Av/W 118 St via 10 Av/W 30 St. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 36m.

Is there a direct train between Newark and Columbia University?

No, there is no direct train from Newark to Columbia University. However, there are services departing from Newark Amtrak and arriving at 116 St-Columbia University via 34 St-Penn Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 33m.

How far is it from Newark to Columbia University?

The distance between Newark and Columbia University is 134 miles. The road distance is 137.6 miles.

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

The best way to get from Newark to Columbia University without a car is to train which takes 2h 33m and costs $40 - $90.

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

It takes approximately 2h 33m to get from Newark to Columbia University, including transfers.

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

Newark to Columbia University bus services, operated by Flixbus USA, depart from Newark station.

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

Newark to Columbia University train services, operated by Amtrak, depart from Newark Amtrak station.

Train or bus from Newark to Columbia University?

The best way to get from Newark to Columbia University is to train which takes 2h 33m and costs $40 - $90. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $30 - $55 and takes 3h 36m.

Where does the Newark to Columbia University bus arrive?

Newark to Columbia University bus services, operated by Flixbus USA, arrive at New York Midtown station.

Where does the Newark to Columbia University train arrive?

Newark to Columbia University train services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at Ny Moynihan Train Hall At Penn Station.

Can I drive from Newark to Columbia University?

Yes, the driving distance between Newark to Columbia University is 138 miles. It takes approximately 2h 37m to drive from Newark to Columbia University.

Where can I stay near Columbia University?

There are 2823+ hotels available in Columbia University.

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There are 5 ways to get from Newark to Columbia University by train (Amtrak), bus (Flixbus), car, bus, train, or bus (Greyhound)

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Train (Amtrak)
best
1. Take the train from Newark Amtrak to Ny Moynihan Train Hall At Penn Stationtrain Northeast Regional
2h 33m
$43–87
Drive 136.8 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Newark to Columbia Universitycar 136.8 mi
2h 37m
$25–37
Bus
1. Take the bus from Newark to New York Midtownbus FlixBus 2601
2. Take the bus from 10 Av/W 30 St to Amsterdam Av/W 118 Stbus M11
3h 36m
$31–53
Line 033 bus, train
1. Take the bus from Main St @ Academy St-Newark to Amtrak Station @ Front-Frenchbus 033
2. Take the train from Wilmington to Ny Moynihan Train Hall At Penn Stationtrain Northeast Regional / ...
3h 40m
$31–656
Line 033 bus, bus
1. Take the bus from Main St @ Academy St-Newark to Amtrak Station @ Front-Frenchbus 033
2. Take the bus from Wilmington Bus Station to Port Authority Bus Terminalbus Greyhound US0310 / ...
5h 9m
$30–61

Newark to Columbia University by train, subway, and foot (Amtrak)

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2h 33mAverage Duration

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Distance: 133 mi
Duration: 2h 33m

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

Amtrak operates a train from Newark Amtrak to Ny Moynihan Train Hall At Penn Station 3 times a day. Tickets cost $40–85 and the journey takes 2h 2m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Newark to Columbia University via New York Midtown, 10 Av/W 30 St, and Amsterdam Av/W 118 St in around 3h 36m.

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