How to get from E 42 St/2 Av to Columbia University by bus and subway?

From E 42 St/2 Av to Columbia University by bus and subway

To get from E 42 St/2 Av to Columbia University in Manhattan, take the M42 bus from E 42 St/2 Av station to W 42 St/7 Av station. Next, take the 1 subway from Times Sq-42 St station to 125 St station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 35 min. The ride fare is $3.00. The bus and subway schedule from E 42 St/2 Av may change. We recommend you check the updated bus and subway schedule to Columbia University on the Moovit app.

35min$3.00
Bus - M42M42
Subway - 1
Walk to Columbia University
Leaves from E 42 St/2 Av

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from bus station
    Start from bus station
    E 42 St/2 Av
  • 2
    Bus - M42M42
    Wait for bus
    M42
    West Side Pier 12 Av Crosstown
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    W 42 St/7 Av
    10 min
  • 4
    Walk to subway station
    Walk to subway station
    Times Sq-42 St
    30 yd • 1 min
  • 5
    Subway - 1
    Wait for subway
    1
    Van Cortlandt Park-242 St
  • 6
    Ride to subway station
    Ride to subway station
    125 St
    18 min
  • 7
    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 E 42 St/2 Av to Columbia University

The distance between E 42 St/2 Av, Manhattan and Columbia University, Manhattan is approximately 5.59 mi, which can typically be travelled in 35 min. Moovit will show you the directions from E 42 St/2 Av to Columbia University by bus and subway, so no matter how you choose to travel in Manhattan – you will always have plenty of easy options.

Bus And Subway schedule from E 42 St/2 Av to Columbia University

To check the bus and subway schedule from E 42 St/2 Av to Columbia University using the Moovit app, first download and open the app on your smartphone. Enter your starting point (E 42 St/2 Av) and destination (Columbia University), then select the desired date and time of travel. Moovit will show all available bus and subway routes, estimated travel times, and any required transfers. You can view detailed departure and arrival times for each bus and 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 bus and subway schedules.

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Questions & Answers

  • What is the fastest way to get from E 42 St/2 Av to Columbia University?

    The fastest way takes 35 minutes, using Bus line M42, Subway line 1.

  • Is there a direct bus between E 42 St/2 Av and Columbia University in Manhattan?

    No, you’ll have to take one bus line and one subway line in total. The total travelling time is 35 min.

  • Which bus line goes from E 42 St/2 Av to Columbia University in Manhattan?

    The M42 bus line goes from W 42 St/7 Av station near E 42 St/2 Av to Times Sq-42 St station. From there you’ll have to take one subway line till Times Sq-42 St station near Columbia University in Manhattan.

  • How long does it take to travel from E 42 St/2 Av to Columbia University in Manhattan by bus and subway?

    The total travel time between E 42 St/2 Av and Columbia University in Manhattan by bus and subway is about 35 min.

  • Where do I get on the bus near E 42 St/2 Av to get to Columbia University in Manhattan?

    Get on the M42 bus from the W 42 St/7 Av stop near E 42 St/2 Av in Manhattan.

  • Where do I get off the bus when travelling between E 42 St/2 Av and Columbia University in Manhattan?

    Get off the bus at the Times Sq-42 St station, which is closest to Columbia University in Manhattan.

  • When is the first train from E 42 St/2 Av to Columbia University in Manhattan?

    The first train from E 42 St/2 Av to Columbia University in Manhattan is Hudson. It leaves the Grand Central station at 1:35 AM.

  • When is the first bus from E 42 St/2 Av to Columbia University in Manhattan?

    The first bus from E 42 St/2 Av to Columbia University in Manhattan is East Village - Fort George. It leaves the 3 Av/E 42 St stop at 12:41 AM.

  • How much is the bus fare from E 42 St/2 Av to Columbia University?

    The ride from E 42 St/2 Av to Columbia University costs $3.00.

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