What is the cheapest way to get from Union Square to Columbia University?

The cheapest way to get from Union Square to Columbia University is to drive which costs $1 - $2 and takes 12 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Union Square to Columbia University?

The fastest way to get from Union Square to Columbia University is to taxi which takes 12 min and costs $26 - $32.

Is there a direct bus between Union Square and Columbia University?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from W 31 St/6 Av and arriving at Riverside Dr/W 119 St. Services depart every 15 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 46 min.

Is there a direct train between Union Square and Columbia University?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from 18 St and arriving at 116 St-Columbia University. Services depart every 10 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 22 min.

How far is it from Union Square to Columbia University?

The distance between Union Square and Columbia University is 6 miles. The road distance is 6.1 miles.

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

The best way to get from Union Square to Columbia University without a car is to line 1 subway which takes 32 min and costs $3.

How long does it take to get from Union Square to Columbia University?

The line 1 subway from 18 St to 116 St-Columbia University takes 22 min including transfers and departs every 10 minutes.

Where do I catch the Union Square to Columbia University bus from?

Union Square to Columbia University bus services, operated by MTA Bus Company, depart from W 31 St/6 Av station.

Where do I catch the Union Square to Columbia University train from?

Union Square to Columbia University train services, operated by MTA, depart from 18 St station.

Where does the Union Square to Columbia University bus arrive?

Union Square to Columbia University bus services, operated by MTA Bus Company, arrive at Riverside Dr/W 119 St station.

Where does the Union Square to Columbia University train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Union Square to Columbia University?

Yes, the driving distance between Union Square to Columbia University is 6 miles. It takes approximately 12 min to drive from Union Square to Columbia University.

Where can I stay near Columbia University?

There are 3042+ hotels available in Columbia University.

Union Square to Columbia University - 6 ways to travel via line 1 subway

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There are 6 ways to get from Union Square to Columbia University by subway, bus, taxi, or car

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Line 1 subway
best
1. Take the subway from 18 St to 116 St-Columbia Universitysubway 1
32 min
$3
Drive 6.1 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Union Square to Columbia Universitycar 6.1 mi
12 min
$2
Bus
1. Take the bus from W 31 St/6 Av to Riverside Dr/W 119 Stbus M5
56 min
$3–8
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Union Square to Columbia Universitytaxi 6.1 mi
12 min
$26–32
Bus via Park Av South/E 18 St
1. Take the bus from Park Av South/E 18 St to Adam C Powell Blvd/W 116 Stbus M2
58 min
$3–8
Bus via Park Av South/E 18 St #2
1. Take the bus from Park Av South/E 18 St to Manhattan Av/W 116 Stbus M3
1h 19m
$3–8

Union Square to Columbia University by subway and foot

1495Weekly Services

32 minAverage Duration

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Distance: 5.6 mi
Duration: 32 min

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

MTA operates a subway from 18 St to 116 St-Columbia University every 10 minutes. Tickets cost $3 and the journey takes 22 min. Alternatively, MTA Bus Company operates a bus from W 31 St/6 Av to Riverside Dr/W 119 St every 15 minutes. Tickets cost $3–8 and the journey takes 46 min.

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