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

The cheapest way to get from Yale University to Columbia University is to drive which costs $12 - $19 and takes 1h 32m.

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

The fastest way to get from Yale University to Columbia University is to drive which takes 1h 32m and costs $12 - $19.

Is there a direct bus between Yale University and Columbia University?

No, there is no direct bus from Yale University station to Columbia University. However, there are services departing from New Haven Union Station and arriving at Broadway/W 116 St via W 41 St/8 Av. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 11m.

Is there a direct train between Yale University and Columbia University?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from New Haven and arriving at 125th Street - Harlem. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 57m.

How far is it from Yale University to Columbia University?

The distance between Yale University and Columbia University is 71 miles. The road distance is 70.3 miles.

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

The best way to get from Yale University to Columbia University without a car is to train via Broadway/W 120 St which takes 2h 43m and costs $21 - $40.

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

It takes approximately 2h 43m to get from Yale University to Columbia University, including transfers.

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

Yale University to Columbia University bus services, operated by Peter Pan Bus Lines, depart from New Haven Union Station.

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

Yale University to Columbia University train services, operated by Metro-North Railroad (MNR), depart from New Haven station.

Train or bus from Yale University to Columbia University?

The best way to get from Yale University to Columbia University is to train via Broadway/W 120 St which takes 2h 43m and costs $21 - $40. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $14 - $50 and takes 3h 11m.

Where does the Yale University to Columbia University bus arrive?

Yale University to Columbia University bus services, operated by Peter Pan Bus Lines, arrive at Port Authority Bus Terminal station.

Where does the Yale University to Columbia University train arrive?

Yale University to Columbia University train services, operated by Metro-North Railroad (MNR), arrive at 125th Street - Harlem station.

Can I drive from Yale University to Columbia University?

Yes, the driving distance between Yale University to Columbia University is 70 miles. It takes approximately 1h 32m to drive from Yale University to Columbia University.

Where can I stay near Columbia University?

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There are 5 ways to get from Yale University to Columbia University by train, bus (Greyhound), car, or bus

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Train via Broadway/W 120 St
best
1. Take the train from New Haven to 125th Street - Harlemtrain New Haven
2h 43m
$21–36
Drive 69.9 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Yale University to Columbia Universitycar 69.9 mi
1h 32m
$13–19
Bus
1. Take the bus from New Haven Union Station to Port Authority Bus Terminalbus Providence
2. Take the bus from W 41 St/8 Av to Broadway/W 116 Stbus M104
3h 11m
$15–48
Train
1. Take the train from New Haven to 125th Street - Harlemtrain New Haven
2h 50m
$18–28
Train, bus
1. Take the train from New Haven to Ny Moynihan Train Hall At Penn Stationtrain Northeast Regional / ...
2. Take the bus from 10 Av/W 30 St to Amsterdam Av/W 118 Stbus M11
3h 10m
$20–591

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Distance: 71 mi
Duration: 2h 43m

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

Metro-North Railroad (MNR) operates a train from New Haven to 125th Street - Harlem hourly. Tickets cost $18–28 and the journey takes 1h 57m. Alternatively, you can take a vehicle from Yale University to Columbia University via New Haven Union Station, Port Authority Bus Terminal, W 41 St/8 Av, and Broadway/W 116 St in around 3h 11m.

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