What is the cheapest way to get from Princeton Junction to Columbia University?

The cheapest way to get from Princeton Junction to Columbia University is to drive which costs $10 - $15 and takes 1h 12m.

What is the fastest way to get from Princeton Junction to Columbia University?

The fastest way to get from Princeton Junction to Columbia University is to drive which takes 1h 12m and costs $10 - $15.

Is there a direct bus between Princeton Junction and Columbia University?

No, there is no direct bus from Princeton Junction to Columbia University. However, there are services departing from Albany St & Spring St and arriving at Broadway/W 116 St via W 41 St/8 Av. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 42m.

Is there a direct train between Princeton Junction and Columbia University?

No, there is no direct train from Princeton Junction to Columbia University. However, there are services departing from Princeton Jct. and arriving at 116 St-Columbia University via 34 St-Penn Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 51m.

How far is it from Princeton Junction to Columbia University?

The distance between Princeton Junction and Columbia University is 54 miles. The road distance is 56.7 miles.

How long does it take to get from Princeton Junction to Columbia University?

It takes approximately 1h 51m to get from Princeton Junction to Columbia University, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Princeton Junction to Columbia University bus from?

Princeton Junction to Columbia University bus services, operated by Rockland Coaches, depart from Albany St & Spring St station.

Where do I catch the Princeton Junction to Columbia University train from?

Princeton Junction to Columbia University train services, operated by NJ Transit, depart from Princeton Jct. station.

Train or bus from Princeton Junction to Columbia University?

The best way to get from Princeton Junction to Columbia University is to train which takes 1h 51m and costs $5 - $24. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $23 - $55 and takes 2h 42m.

Where does the Princeton Junction to Columbia University bus arrive?

Princeton Junction to Columbia University bus services, operated by Rockland Coaches, arrive at Port Authority Bus Terminal station.

Where does the Princeton Junction to Columbia University train arrive?

Princeton Junction to Columbia University train services, operated by NJ Transit, arrive at New York Penn Station.

Can I drive from Princeton Junction to Columbia University?

Yes, the driving distance between Princeton Junction to Columbia University is 57 miles. It takes approximately 1h 12m to drive from Princeton Junction to Columbia University.

Where can I stay near Columbia University?

There are 3847+ hotels available in Columbia University.

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There are 3 ways to get from Princeton Junction to Columbia University by train, bus, or car

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1. Take the train from Princeton Jct. to New York Penn Stationtrain Nec
1h 51m
$6–23
Bus
1. Take the bus from Albany St & Spring St to Port Authority Bus Terminalbus Suburban Transit
2. Take the bus from W 41 St/8 Av to Broadway/W 116 Stbus M104
2h 42m
$23–53
Drive 56.4 mi
1. Drive from Princeton Junction to Columbia Universitycar 56.4 mi
1h 12m
$11–15

Princeton Junction to Columbia University by train, subway, and foot

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Distance: 53.3 mi
Duration: 1h 51m

What companies run services between Princeton Junction, NJ, USA and Columbia University, NY, USA?

NJ Transit operates a train from Princeton Jct. to New York Penn Station every 30 minutes. Tickets cost $2–21 and the journey takes 1h 20m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Princeton Jct. to Columbia University via New Brunswick, Albany St & Spring St, Port Authority Bus Terminal, W 41 St/8 Av, and Broadway/W 116 St in around 2h 42m.

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