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

The cheapest way to get from Providence to Columbia University is to drive which costs $30 - $45 and takes 3h 22m.

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

The fastest way to get from Providence to Columbia University is to drive which takes 3h 22m and costs $30 - $45.

Is there a direct bus between Providence and Columbia University?

No, there is no direct bus from Providence to Columbia University. However, there are services departing from Providence and arriving at Broadway/W 120 St via W 41 St/8 Av. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 49m.

Is there a direct train between Providence and Columbia University?

No, there is no direct train from Providence to Columbia University. However, there are services departing from Providence and arriving at 116 St-Columbia University via 34 St-Penn Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 52m.

How far is it from Providence to Columbia University?

The distance between Providence and Columbia University is 194 miles. The road distance is 172.3 miles.

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

The best way to get from Providence to Columbia University without a car is to train which takes 3h 52m and costs $45 - $700.

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

It takes approximately 3h 52m to get from Providence to Columbia University, including transfers.

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

Providence to Columbia University bus services, operated by Jefferson Lines, depart from Providence station.

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

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

Train or bus from Providence to Columbia University?

The best way to get from Providence to Columbia University is to train which takes 3h 52m and costs $45 - $700. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $50 - $80 and takes 4h 49m.

Where does the Providence to Columbia University bus arrive?

Providence to Columbia University bus services, operated by Jefferson Lines, arrive at New York station.

Where does the Providence to Columbia University train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Providence to Columbia University?

Yes, the driving distance between Providence to Columbia University is 172 miles. It takes approximately 3h 22m to drive from Providence to Columbia University.

Where can I stay near Columbia University?

There are 3669+ hotels available in Columbia University.

Providence to Columbia University - 8 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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

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Train (Amtrak)
best
1. Take the train from Providence to Ny Moynihan Train Hall At Penn Stationtrain Northeast Regional
3h 52m
$46–681
Drive 171.3 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Providence to Columbia Universitycar 171.3 mi
3h 22m
$32–46
Bus
1. Take the bus from Providence to New Yorkbus Bz 0203
4h 49m
$52–76
Fly Theodore Francis Green State Airport to John F. Kennedy International Airport, train, line 1 subway
1. Fly from Theodore Francis Green State Airport (PVD) to John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK)plane PVD - 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
3h 35m
$47–239
Bus via Port Authority Bus Terminal
1. Take the bus from Providence Downtown to Port Authority Bus Terminalbus Providence
4h 49m
$38–103
Train to Boston Logan Airport, fly to Laguardia Airport
1. Take the train from Providence to Bostontrain
2. Fly from Boston Logan Airport (BOS) to Laguardia Airport (LGA)plane BOS - LGA
4h 46m
$68–972
Train to Boston Logan Airport, fly to John F. Kennedy International Airport
1. Take the train from Providence to Bostontrain
2. Fly from Boston Logan Airport (BOS) to John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK)plane BOS - JFK
4h 49m
$227–1,556
Train to Boston Logan Airport, fly to Newark Liberty International Airport
1. Take the train from Providence to Bostontrain
2. Fly from Boston Logan Airport (BOS) to Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR)plane BOS - EWR
5h 6m
$493–2,915

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

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3h 52mAverage Duration

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Distance: 193 mi
Duration: 3h 52m

What companies run services between Providence, RI, USA and Columbia University, NY, USA?

Amtrak operates a train from Providence to Ny Moynihan Train Hall At Penn Station every 3 hours. Tickets cost $60–130 and the journey takes 3h 21m. Amtrak Acela also services this route every 4 hours. Alternatively, Jefferson Lines operates a bus from Providence to New York every 4 hours. Tickets cost $45–70 and the journey takes 3h 50m.

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