How to get from 18 Av/86 St to Columbia University by subway?

From 18 Av/86 St to Columbia University by subway

To get from 18 Av/86 St to Columbia University in Manhattan, take the D subway from 18 Av station to 59 St-Columbus Circle station. Next, take the 1 subway from 59 St-Columbus Circle station to 125 St station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 1 hr 20 min. The ride fare is $3.00. The subway schedule from 18 Av/86 St may change. We recommend you check the updated subway schedule to Columbia University on the Moovit app.

80min$3.00
Walk to subway station
Subway - D
Subway - 1
Walk to Columbia University
Leaves from 18 Av

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to subway station
    Walk to subway station
    18 Av
    80 yd • 1 min
  • 2
    Subway - D
    Wait for subway
    D
    Norwood-205 St
  • 3
    Ride to subway station
    Ride to subway station
    59 St-Columbus Circle
    54 min
  • 4
    Subway - 1
    Wait for subway
    1
    Van Cortlandt Park-242 St
  • 5
    Ride to subway station
    Ride to subway station
    125 St
    13 min
  • 6
    Walk to Columbia University
    Walk to
    Columbia University
    West 131st Street
    260 yd • 4 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

From 18 Av/86 St to Columbia University by bus and subway

To get from 18 Av/86 St to Columbia University in Manhattan, take the D subway from 18 Av station to 125 St station. Next, take the M125 bus from W 125 St/Saint Nicholas Av station to W 125 St/Saint Clair Pl station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 1 hr 19 min. The ride fare is $3.00. The subway schedule from 18 Av/86 St may change. We recommend you check the updated subway schedule to Columbia University on the Moovit app.

79min$3.00
Walk to subway station
Subway - D
Bus - M125M125
Walk to Columbia University
Leaves from 18 Av

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to subway station
    Walk to subway station
    18 Av
    80 yd • 1 min
  • 2
    Subway - D
    Wait for subway
    D
    Norwood-205 St
  • 3
    Ride to subway station
    Ride to subway station
    125 St
    61 min
  • 4
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    W 125 St/Saint Nicholas Av
    30 yd • 1 min
  • 5
    Bus - M125M125
    Wait for bus
    M125
    Manhattanville 12 Av Via 125 St
  • 6
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    W 125 St/Saint Clair Pl
    8 min
  • 7
    Walk to Columbia University
    Walk to
    Columbia University
    West 131st Street
    180 yd • 3 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transit directions from 18 Av/86 St to Columbia University

The distance between 18 Av/86 St, Manhattan and Columbia University, Manhattan is approximately 16.71 mi, which can typically be travelled in 80 min. Moovit will show you the directions from 18 Av/86 St to Columbia University by subway, so no matter how you choose to travel in Manhattan – you will always have plenty of easy options.

Subway schedule from 18 Av/86 St to Columbia University

To check the subway schedule from 18 Av/86 St to Columbia University using the Moovit app, first download and open the app on your smartphone. Enter your starting point (18 Av/86 St) and destination (Columbia University), then select the desired date and time of travel. Moovit will show all available subway routes, estimated travel times, and any required transfers. You can view detailed departure and arrival times for each subway, as well as real-time updates for delays or changes. Use this information to plan your trip and stay up to date with the latest subway schedules.

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From 18 Av/86 St to Columbia University by bus and subway

To get from 18 Av/86 St to Columbia University in Manhattan, take the D subway from 18 Av station to 125 St station. Next, take the M125 bus from W 125 St/Saint Nicholas Av station to W 125 St/Saint Clair Pl station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 1 hr 19 min. The ride fare is $3.00. The subway schedule from 18 Av/86 St may change. We recommend you check the updated subway schedule to Columbia University on the Moovit app.

79min$3.00
Walk to subway station
Subway - D
Bus - M125M125
Walk to Columbia University
Leaves from 18 Av

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to subway station
    Walk to subway station
    18 Av
    80 yd • 1 min
  • 2
    Subway - D
    Wait for subway
    D
    Norwood-205 St
  • 3
    Ride to subway station
    Ride to subway station
    125 St
    61 min
  • 4
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    W 125 St/Saint Nicholas Av
    30 yd • 1 min
  • 5
    Bus - M125M125
    Wait for bus
    M125
    Manhattanville 12 Av Via 125 St
  • 6
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    W 125 St/Saint Clair Pl
    8 min
  • 7
    Walk to Columbia University
    Walk to
    Columbia University
    West 131st Street
    180 yd • 3 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Questions & Answers

  • What is the fastest way to get from 18 Av/86 St to Columbia University?

    The fastest way takes 80 minutes, using Subway line D, Subway line 1.

  • What is the alternative route to get from 18 Av/86 St to Columbia University?

    The alternative route takes 79 minutes, using Subway line D, Bus line M125.

  • Is there a direct subway between 18 Av/86 St and Columbia University?

    No, you’ll have to take 2 subway lines in total. The total travelling time is 1 hr 20 min.

  • Which subway line goes from 18 Av/86 St to Columbia University?

    The D subway line goes from 18 Av station near 18 Av/86 St in Brooklyn to Norwood-205 St station. From there you’ll have to take one subway line till Norwood-205 St station near Columbia University in Manhattan.

  • How long does it take to travel from 18 Av/86 St to Columbia University by subway?

    The total travel time between 18 Av/86 St in Brooklyn and Columbia University in Manhattan by subway is about 1 hr 20 min.

  • Where do I get on the subway near 18 Av/86 St to get to Columbia University?

    Get on the D subway from the 18 Av station near 18 Av/86 St in Brooklyn.

  • Where do I get off the subway when travelling between 18 Av/86 St and Columbia University?

    Get off the subway at the Norwood-205 St station, which is closest to Columbia University in Manhattan.

  • When is the first subway from 18 Av/86 St to Columbia University?

    The first subway from 18 Av/86 St in Brooklyn to Columbia University in Manhattan is 6 Avenue Express. It leaves the 18 Av station at 8:09 PM.

  • How much is the subway fare from 18 Av/86 St to Columbia University?

    The ride from 18 Av/86 St to Columbia University costs $3.00.

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