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

The cheapest way to get from Purchase to Columbia University is to drive which costs $4 - $7 and takes 34 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Purchase to Columbia University is to drive which takes 34 min and costs $4 - $7.

Is there a direct bus between Purchase and Columbia University?

No, there is no direct bus from Purchase to Columbia University. However, there are services departing from Anderson Hill Rd @ Purchase St and arriving at Broadway @ Manhattan College Pkwy via Martine Ave @ Court St. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 8m.

How far is it from Purchase to Columbia University?

The distance between Purchase and Columbia University is 27 miles. The road distance is 23.6 miles.

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

The best way to get from Purchase to Columbia University without a car is to line 12 bus and train which takes 1h 38m and costs $13 - $25.

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

It takes approximately 1h 38m to get from Purchase to Columbia University, including transfers.

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

Purchase to Columbia University bus services, operated by Westchester County Bee-Line System, depart from Martine Ave @ Court St station.

Where does the Purchase to Columbia University bus arrive?

Purchase to Columbia University bus services, operated by Westchester County Bee-Line System, arrive at Broadway @ Manhattan College Pkwy station.

Can I drive from Purchase to Columbia University?

Yes, the driving distance between Purchase to Columbia University is 24 miles. It takes approximately 34 min to drive from Purchase to Columbia University.

Where can I stay near Columbia University?

There are 4000+ hotels available in Columbia University.

Purchase to Columbia University - 4 ways to travel via train, and line 12 bus

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There are 4 ways to get from Purchase to Columbia University by bus, train, car, or taxi

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Line 12 bus, train
best
1. Take the bus from Anderson Hill Rd @ Purchase St to White Plains Bus Terminal Lane Bbus 12
2. Take the train from White Plains to 125th Street - Harlemtrain Harlem
1h 38m
$14–25
Drive 23.5 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Purchase to Columbia Universitycar 23.5 mi
34 min
$5–7
Line 1 bus
1. Take the bus from Martine Ave @ Court St to Broadway @ Manhattan College Pkwybus 1 / ...
3h 8m
$9
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Purchase to Columbia Universitytaxi 23.5 mi
34 min
$80–100

Purchase to Columbia University by bus, train, and foot

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1h 38mAverage Duration

$14Cheapest Price

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Distance: 26.9 mi
Duration: 1h 38m

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

Westchester County Bee-Line System operates a bus from Martine Ave @ Court St to Broadway @ Manhattan College Pkwy hourly. Tickets cost $3 and the journey takes 1h 25m.

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