What is the cheapest way to get from Rockefeller Center to Columbia University?

The cheapest way to get from Rockefeller Center to Columbia University is to line 1 subway which costs $3 and takes 31 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Rockefeller Center to Columbia University?

The fastest way to get from Rockefeller Center to Columbia University is to taxi which takes 8 min and costs $21 - $25.

Is there a direct bus between Rockefeller Center and Columbia University?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from 6 Av/W 51 St and arriving at Riverside Dr/W 116 St. Services depart every 30 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 28 min.

Is there a direct train between Rockefeller Center and Columbia University?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from 50 St and arriving at 116 St-Columbia University. Services depart every 10 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 14 min.

How far is it from Rockefeller Center to Columbia University?

The distance between Rockefeller Center and Columbia University is 4 miles.

How long does it take to get from Rockefeller Center to Columbia University?

The line 1 subway from 50 St to 116 St-Columbia University takes 14 min including transfers and departs every 10 minutes.

Where do I catch the Rockefeller Center to Columbia University bus from?

Rockefeller Center to Columbia University bus services, operated by MTA Bus Company, depart from 6 Av/W 51 St station.

Where do I catch the Rockefeller Center to Columbia University train from?

Rockefeller Center to Columbia University train services, operated by MTA, depart from 50 St station.

Where does the Rockefeller Center to Columbia University bus arrive?

Rockefeller Center to Columbia University bus services, operated by MTA Bus Company, arrive at Riverside Dr/W 116 St station.

Where does the Rockefeller Center to Columbia University train arrive?

Rockefeller Center to Columbia University train services, operated by MTA, arrive at 116 St-Columbia University station.

Where can I stay near Columbia University?

There are 3210+ hotels available in Columbia University.

Rockefeller Center to Columbia University - 6 ways to travel via line 1 subway

Q: How do I travel from Rockefeller Center to Columbia University without a car?

The best way to get from Rockefeller Center to Columbia University without a car is to line 1 subway which takes 31 min and costs $3.

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There are 6 ways to get from Rockefeller Center to Columbia University by subway, bus, taxi, or foot

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Line 1 subway
best
1. Take the subway from 50 St to 116 St-Columbia Universitysubway 1
31 min
$3
Subway, line 1 subway
1. Take the subway from 47-50 Sts-Rockefeller Ctr to 59 St-Columbus Circlesubway D / ...
2. Take the subway from 59 St-Columbus Circle to 116 St-Columbia Universitysubway 1
32 min
$3
Bus
1. Take the bus from 6 Av/W 51 St to Riverside Dr/W 116 Stbus M5
44 min
$3–8
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Rockefeller Center to Columbia Universitytaxi 4.4 mi
8 min
$21–25
Bus via Riverside Dr/W 119 St
1. Take the bus from 6 Av/W 50 St to Riverside Dr/W 119 Stbus M5
47 min
$3–8
Walk
1. Take the foot from Rockefeller Center to Columbia Universitywalk 4 mi
1h 17m

Rockefeller Center to Columbia University by foot and subway

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Distance: 4.3 mi
Duration: 31 min

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

MTA operates a subway from 50 St to 116 St-Columbia University every 10 minutes. Tickets cost $3 and the journey takes 14 min. Alternatively, MTA Bus Company operates a bus from 6 Av/W 51 St to Riverside Dr/W 116 St every 30 minutes. Tickets cost $3–8 and the journey takes 28 min.

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