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

The cheapest way to get from Portland to Columbia University is to drive which costs $55 - $80 and takes 5h 37m.

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

The fastest way to get from Portland to Columbia University is to fly and train and line 1 subway which takes 2h 25m and costs $60 - $320.

Is there a direct bus between Portland and Columbia University?

No, there is no direct bus from Portland to Columbia University. However, there are services departing from Portland, ME and arriving at W 125 St/Saint Nicholas Av via 3 Av/E 39 St. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 25m.

Is there a direct train between Portland and Columbia University?

No, there is no direct train from Portland to Columbia University. However, there are services departing from Portland and arriving at 116 St-Columbia University via North Station, Boston and 34 St-Penn Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 54m.

How far is it from Portland to Columbia University?

The distance between Portland and Columbia University is 280 miles. The road distance is 304.5 miles.

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

The best way to get from Portland to Columbia University without a car is to bus and train which takes 7h 11m and costs $70 - $800.

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

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

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

Portland to Columbia University bus services, operated by Concord Coach Lines, depart from Portland, ME station.

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

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

Train, bus or fly from Portland to Columbia University?

The best way to get from Portland to Columbia University is to fly which takes 2h 33m and costs $80 - $550. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $70 - $100 and takes 7h 25m, you could also train, which costs $90 - $850 and takes 7h 54m.

Where does the Portland to Columbia University bus arrive?

Portland to Columbia University bus services, operated by Concord Coach Lines, arrive at New York, NY station.

Where does the Portland to Columbia University train arrive?

Portland to Columbia University train services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at Boston station.

Can I drive from Portland to Columbia University?

Yes, the driving distance between Portland to Columbia University is 304 miles. It takes approximately 5h 37m to drive from Portland to Columbia University.

Where can I stay near Columbia University?

There are 2970+ hotels available in Columbia University.

Portland to Columbia University - 8 ways to travel via train, plane, and bus

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There are 8 ways to get from Portland to Columbia University by plane, bus, train, car, subway, train (Amtrak), or bus (Flixbus)

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Fly to Laguardia Airport
best
1. Fly from Portland (PWM) to Laguardia Airport (LGA)plane PWM - LGA
2h 33m
$80–503
Drive 302.7 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Portland to Columbia Universitycar 302.7 mi
5h 37m
$56–80
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Portland, ME to Boston, MA - South Stationbus Portland / ...
2. Take the train from Boston to Ny Moynihan Train Hall At Penn Stationtrain Northeast Regional
7h 11m
$74–796
Bus
1. Take the bus from Portland, ME to New York, NYbus Maine
7h 25m
$70–100
Fly to John F. Kennedy International Airport, train, line 1 subway
1. Fly from Portland (PWM) to John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK)plane PWM - JFK
2. Take the train from Jamaica to New York Penn Stationtrain
3. Take the subway from 34 St-Penn Station to 116 St-Columbia Universitysubway
2h 25m
$63–317
Fly to Newark Liberty International Airport
1. Fly from Portland (PWM) to Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR)plane PWM - EWR
2h 50m
$537–1,245
Train (Amtrak)
1. Take the train from Portland to Bostontrain Downeaster
2. Take the train from Boston to Ny Moynihan Train Hall At Penn Stationtrain Northeast Regional
7h 54m
$93–832
Bus via 10 Av/W 30 St (Flixbus)
1. Take the bus from City of Portland to New York Midtownbus FlixBus N2615
8h 27m
$57–96

Portland to Columbia University by bus, train, subway, and foot

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7h 11mAverage Duration

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Distance: 278 mi
Duration: 2h 33m

What companies run services between Portland, ME, USA and Columbia University, NY, USA?

American Airlines and Delta fly from Portland (PWM) to Laguardia Airport (LGA) every 4 hours. Alternatively, Concord Coach Lines operates a bus from Portland, ME to New York, NY twice daily. Tickets cost $65–95 and the journey takes 6h.

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