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

The cheapest way to get from Philadelphia to Columbia University is to drive which costs $18 - $27 and takes 1h 56m.

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

The fastest way to get from Philadelphia to Columbia University is to train which takes 1h 55m and costs $23 - $600.

Is there a direct bus between Philadelphia and Columbia University?

No, there is no direct bus from Philadelphia station to Columbia University. However, there are services departing from Philadelphia Bus Station and arriving at Broadway/W 120 St via W 41 St/8 Av. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 7m.

Is there a direct train between Philadelphia and Columbia University?

No, there is no direct train from Philadelphia station to Columbia University. However, there are services departing from 30th Street Station and arriving at 116 St-Columbia University via 34 St-Penn Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 55m.

How far is it from Philadelphia to Columbia University?

The distance between Philadelphia and Columbia University is 96 miles. The road distance is 99.8 miles.

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

The best way to get from Philadelphia to Columbia University without a car is to train which takes 1h 55m and costs $23 - $600.

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

It takes approximately 1h 55m to get from Philadelphia to Columbia University, including transfers.

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

Philadelphia to Columbia University bus services, operated by Greyhound USA, depart from Philadelphia Bus Station.

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

Philadelphia to Columbia University train services, operated by Amtrak, depart from 30th Street Station.

Train or bus from Philadelphia to Columbia University?

The best way to get from Philadelphia to Columbia University is to train which takes 1h 55m and costs $23 - $600. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $23 - $50 and takes 3h 7m.

Where does the Philadelphia to Columbia University bus arrive?

Philadelphia to Columbia University bus services, operated by Greyhound USA, arrive at Port Authority Bus Terminal station.

Where does the Philadelphia to Columbia University train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Philadelphia to Columbia University?

Yes, the driving distance between Philadelphia to Columbia University is 100 miles. It takes approximately 1h 56m to drive from Philadelphia to Columbia University.

Where can I stay near Columbia University?

There are 3856+ hotels available in Columbia University.

Philadelphia to Columbia University - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from Philadelphia to Columbia University by train (Amtrak), bus (Greyhound), car, or bus (Flixbus)

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Train (Amtrak)
best
1. Take the train from 30th Street Station to Ny Moynihan Train Hall At Penn Stationtrain Keystone Service / ...
1h 55m
$24–599
Drive 99.2 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Philadelphia to Columbia Universitycar 99.2 mi
1h 56m
$19–27
Bus
1. Take the bus from Philadelphia Bus Station to Port Authority Bus Terminalbus Greyhound US0305 / ...
2. Take the bus from W 41 St/8 Av to Broadway/W 120 Stbus M104
3h 7m
$23–46
Bus via 10 Av/W 30 St
1. Take the bus from Philadelphia Bus Station to New York Midtownbus FlixBus 2602 / ...
2. Take the bus from 10 Av/W 30 St to Amsterdam Av/W 118 Stbus M11
3h 18m
$23–40

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

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Distance: 95.3 mi
Duration: 1h 55m

What companies run services between Philadelphia, PA, USA and Columbia University, NY, USA?

Amtrak operates a train from 30th Street Station to Ny Moynihan Train Hall At Penn Station every 30 minutes. Tickets cost $25–55 and the journey takes 1h 24m. Amtrak Acela also services this route hourly. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Philadelphia Bus Station to Columbia University via Port Authority Bus Terminal, W 41 St/8 Av, and Broadway/W 120 St in around 3h 7m.

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