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

The cheapest way to get from Princeton to Columbia University is to drive which costs $10 - $15 and takes 1h 14m.

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

The fastest way to get from Princeton to Columbia University is to drive which takes 1h 14m and costs $10 - $15.

Is there a direct bus between Princeton and Columbia University?

No, there is no direct bus from Princeton to Columbia University. However, there are services departing from Nassau St & S Tulane St - Palmer Square and arriving at Broadway/W 120 St via W 41 St/8 Av. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 39m.

Is there a direct train between Princeton and Columbia University?

No, there is no direct train from Princeton to Columbia University. However, there are services departing from Princeton and arriving at 116 St-Columbia University via Princeton Jct. and 34 St-Penn Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 13m.

How far is it from Princeton to Columbia University?

The distance between Princeton and Columbia University is 56 miles. The road distance is 55.8 miles.

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

The best way to get from Princeton to Columbia University without a car is to train which takes 2h 13m and costs $7 - $35.

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

It takes approximately 2h 13m to get from Princeton to Columbia University, including transfers.

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

Princeton to Columbia University bus services, operated by Rockland Coaches, depart from Nassau St & S Tulane St - Palmer Square station.

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

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

Train or bus from Princeton to Columbia University?

The best way to get from Princeton to Columbia University is to train which takes 2h 13m and costs $7 - $35. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $20 - $50 and takes 2h 39m.

Where does the Princeton to Columbia University bus arrive?

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

Where does the Princeton to Columbia University train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Princeton to Columbia University?

Yes, the driving distance between Princeton to Columbia University is 56 miles. It takes approximately 1h 14m to drive from Princeton to Columbia University.

Where can I stay near Columbia University?

There are 3711+ hotels available in Columbia University.

Princeton to Columbia University - 3 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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

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best
1. Take the train from Princeton Jct. to New York Penn Stationtrain Nec
2h 13m
$8–33
Bus
1. Take the bus from Nassau St & S Tulane St - Palmer Square to Port Authority Bus Terminalbus Suburban Transit
2. Take the bus from W 41 St/8 Av to Broadway/W 120 Stbus M104
2h 39m
$21–45
Drive 55.5 mi
1. Drive from Princeton to Columbia Universitycar 55.5 mi
1h 14m
$11–15

Princeton to Columbia University by train, subway, and foot

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Distance: 56 mi
Duration: 2h 13m

What companies run services between Princeton, 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 bus from Nassau St & S Tulane St - Palmer Square to Columbia University via Port Authority Bus Terminal, W 41 St/8 Av, and Broadway/W 120 St in around 2h 39m.

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