How to get from 5 Av/9 St to Columbia University by subway?

From 5 Av/9 St to Columbia University by subway

To get from 5 Av/9 St to Columbia University in Manhattan, take the R subway from 4 Av-9 St station to Whitehall St-South Ferry station. Next, take the 1 subway from Whitehall St-South Ferry station to 125 St station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 1 hr 1 min. The ride fare is $3.00. The subway schedule from 5 Av/9 St may change. We recommend you check the updated subway schedule to Columbia University on the Moovit app.

61min$3.00
Walk to subway station
Subway - R
Subway - 1
Walk to Columbia University
Leaves from 4 Av-9 St

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to subway station
    Walk to subway station
    4 Av-9 St
    280 yd • 4 min
  • 2
    Subway - R
    Wait for subway
    R
    Forest Hills-71 Av
  • 3
    Ride to subway station
    Ride to subway station
    Whitehall St-South Ferry
    15 min
  • 4
    Subway - 1
    Wait for subway
    1
    Van Cortlandt Park-242 St
  • 5
    Ride to subway station
    Ride to subway station
    125 St
    35 min
  • 6
    Walk to Columbia University
    Walk to
    Columbia University
    West 131st Street
    260 yd • 4 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Alternative route from 5 Av/9 St to Columbia University by subway via F and 1

To get from 5 Av/9 St to Columbia University in Manhattan, take the F subway from 4 Av-9 St station to 14 St/6 Av station. Next, take the 1 subway from 14 St station to 125 St station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 1 hr 5 min. The ride fare is $3.00. The subway schedule from 5 Av/9 St may change. We recommend you check the updated subway schedule to Columbia University on the Moovit app.

65min$3.00
Walk to subway station
Subway - F
Subway - 1
Walk to Columbia University
Leaves from 4 Av-9 St

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to subway station
    Walk to subway station
    4 Av-9 St
    280 yd • 4 min
  • 2
    Subway - F
    Wait for subway
    F
    Jamaica-179 St
  • 3
    Ride to subway station
    Ride to subway station
    14 St/6 Av
    25 min
  • 4
    Subway - 1
    Wait for subway
    1
    Van Cortlandt Park-242 St
  • 5
    Ride to subway station
    Ride to subway station
    125 St
    23 min
  • 6
    Walk to Columbia University
    Walk to
    Columbia University
    West 131st Street
    260 yd • 4 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transit directions from 5 Av/9 St to Columbia University

The distance between 5 Av/9 St, Manhattan and Columbia University, Manhattan is approximately 12.43 mi, which can typically be travelled in 61 min. Moovit will show you the directions from 5 Av/9 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 5 Av/9 St to Columbia University

To check the subway schedule from 5 Av/9 St to Columbia University using the Moovit app, first download and open the app on your smartphone. Enter your starting point (5 Av/9 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.

Related Routes

Alternative route from 5 Av/9 St to Columbia University by subway via F and 1

To get from 5 Av/9 St to Columbia University in Manhattan, take the F subway from 4 Av-9 St station to 14 St/6 Av station. Next, take the 1 subway from 14 St station to 125 St station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 1 hr 5 min. The ride fare is $3.00. The subway schedule from 5 Av/9 St may change. We recommend you check the updated subway schedule to Columbia University on the Moovit app.

65min$3.00
Walk to subway station
Subway - F
Subway - 1
Walk to Columbia University
Leaves from 4 Av-9 St

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to subway station
    Walk to subway station
    4 Av-9 St
    280 yd • 4 min
  • 2
    Subway - F
    Wait for subway
    F
    Jamaica-179 St
  • 3
    Ride to subway station
    Ride to subway station
    14 St/6 Av
    25 min
  • 4
    Subway - 1
    Wait for subway
    1
    Van Cortlandt Park-242 St
  • 5
    Ride to subway station
    Ride to subway station
    125 St
    23 min
  • 6
    Walk to Columbia University
    Walk to
    Columbia University
    West 131st Street
    260 yd • 4 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Questions & Answers

  • What is the fastest way to get from 5 Av/9 St to Columbia University?

    The fastest way takes 61 minutes, using Subway line R, Subway line 1.

  • What is the alternative route to get from 5 Av/9 St to Columbia University?

    The alternative route takes 65 minutes, using Subway line F, Subway line 1.

  • Is there a direct subway between 5 Av/9 St and Columbia University?

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

  • Which subway line goes from 5 Av/9 St to Columbia University?

    The R subway line goes from 4 Av-9 St station near 5 Av/9 St in Brooklyn to Forest Hills-71 Av station. From there you’ll have to take one subway line till Forest Hills-71 Av station near Columbia University in Manhattan.

  • How long does it take to travel from 5 Av/9 St to Columbia University by subway?

    The total travel time between 5 Av/9 St in Brooklyn and Columbia University in Manhattan by subway is about 1 hr 1 min.

  • Where do I get on the subway near 5 Av/9 St to get to Columbia University?

    Get on the R subway from the 4 Av-9 St station near 5 Av/9 St in Brooklyn.

  • Where do I get off the subway when travelling between 5 Av/9 St and Columbia University?

    Get off the subway at the Forest Hills-71 Av station, which is closest to Columbia University in Manhattan.

  • How much is the subway fare from 5 Av/9 St to Columbia University?

    The ride from 5 Av/9 St to Columbia University costs $3.00.

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