What is the cheapest way to get from Washington Heights to Columbia University?

The cheapest way to get from Washington Heights to Columbia University is to line 1 subway which costs $3 and takes 21 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Washington Heights to Columbia University?

The fastest way to get from Washington Heights to Columbia University is to taxi which takes 5 min and costs $17 - $21.

Is there a direct bus between Washington Heights and Columbia University?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Broadway/W 170 St and arriving at Riverside Dr/W 119 St. Services depart every 20 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 24 min.

Is there a direct train between Washington Heights and Columbia University?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from 181 St and arriving at 116 St-Columbia University. Services depart every 10 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 11 min.

How far is it from Washington Heights to Columbia University?

The distance between Washington Heights and Columbia University is 4 miles.

How long does it take to get from Washington Heights to Columbia University?

The line 1 subway from 181 St to 116 St-Columbia University takes 11 min including transfers and departs every 10 minutes.

Where do I catch the Washington Heights to Columbia University bus from?

Washington Heights to Columbia University bus services, operated by MTA Bus Company, depart from Broadway/W 170 St station.

Where do I catch the Washington Heights to Columbia University train from?

Washington Heights to Columbia University train services, operated by MTA, depart from 181 St station.

Where does the Washington Heights to Columbia University bus arrive?

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

Where does the Washington Heights to Columbia University train arrive?

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

Where can I stay near Columbia University?

There are 3991+ hotels available in Columbia University.

Washington Heights to Columbia University - 4 ways to travel via line 1 subway

Q: How do I travel from Washington Heights to Columbia University without a car?

The best way to get from Washington Heights to Columbia University without a car is to line 1 subway which takes 21 min and costs $3.

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There are 4 ways to get from Washington Heights to Columbia University by subway, bus, taxi, or foot

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Line 1 subway
best
1. Take the subway from 181 St to 116 St-Columbia Universitysubway 1
21 min
$3
Bus
1. Take the bus from Broadway/W 170 St to Riverside Dr/W 119 Stbus M5
35 min
$3–8
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Washington Heights to Columbia Universitytaxi 3.2 mi
5 min
$17–21
Walk
1. Take the foot from Washington Heights to Columbia Universitywalk 3.4 mi
1h 6m

Washington Heights to Columbia University by subway and foot

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21 minAverage Duration

$3Cheapest Price

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Distance: 3.9 mi
Duration: 21 min

What companies run services between Washington Heights, New York County, NY, USA and Columbia University, NY, USA?

MTA operates a subway from 181 St to 116 St-Columbia University every 10 minutes. Tickets cost $3 and the journey takes 11 min. Alternatively, MTA Bus Company operates a bus from Broadway/W 170 St to Riverside Dr/W 119 St every 20 minutes. Tickets cost $3–8 and the journey takes 24 min.

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