How to get from 179 St / Hillside to Columbia University by subway?

From 179 St / Hillside to Columbia University by subway

To get from 179 St / Hillside to Columbia University in Manhattan, take the E subway from Jamaica-179 St station to 42 St-Port Authority Bus Terminal 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 1 hr 11 min. The ride fare is $3.00. The subway schedule from 179 St / Hillside may change. We recommend you check the updated subway schedule to Columbia University on the Moovit app.

71min$3.00
Walk to subway station
Subway - E
Subway - 1
Walk to Columbia University
Leaves from Jamaica-179 St

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to subway station
    Walk to subway station
    Jamaica-179 St
    10 yd • 1 min
  • 2
    Subway - E
    Wait for subway
    E
    World Trade Center
  • 3
    Ride to subway station
    Ride to subway station
    42 St-Port Authority Bus Terminal
    35 min
  • 4
    Subway - 1
    Wait for subway
    1
    Van Cortlandt Park-242 St
  • 5
    Ride to subway station
    Ride to subway station
    125 St
    17 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 179 St / Hillside to Columbia University by subway via F and 1

To get from 179 St / Hillside to Columbia University in Manhattan, take the F subway from Jamaica-179 St station to 42 St-Bryant Pk 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 1 hr 8 min. The ride fare is $3.00. The subway schedule from 179 St / Hillside may change. We recommend you check the updated subway schedule to Columbia University on the Moovit app.

68min$3.00
Walk to subway station
Subway - F
Subway - 1
Walk to Columbia University
Leaves from Jamaica-179 St

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to subway station
    Walk to subway station
    Jamaica-179 St
    10 yd • 1 min
  • 2
    Subway - F
    Wait for subway
    F
    Coney Island-Stillwell Av
  • 3
    Ride to subway station
    Ride to subway station
    42 St-Bryant Pk
    36 min
  • 4
    Walk to subway station
    Walk to subway station
    Times Sq-42 St
    190 yd • 3 min
  • 5
    Subway - 1
    Wait for subway
    1
    Van Cortlandt Park-242 St
  • 6
    Ride to subway station
    Ride to subway station
    125 St
    17 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 179 St / Hillside to Columbia University

The distance between 179 St / Hillside, Manhattan and Columbia University, Manhattan is approximately 17.52 mi, which can typically be travelled in 71 min. Moovit will show you the directions from 179 St / Hillside 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 179 St / Hillside to Columbia University

To check the subway schedule from 179 St / Hillside to Columbia University using the Moovit app, first download and open the app on your smartphone. Enter your starting point (179 St / Hillside) 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 179 St / Hillside to Columbia University by subway via F and 1

To get from 179 St / Hillside to Columbia University in Manhattan, take the F subway from Jamaica-179 St station to 42 St-Bryant Pk 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 1 hr 8 min. The ride fare is $3.00. The subway schedule from 179 St / Hillside may change. We recommend you check the updated subway schedule to Columbia University on the Moovit app.

68min$3.00
Walk to subway station
Subway - F
Subway - 1
Walk to Columbia University
Leaves from Jamaica-179 St

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to subway station
    Walk to subway station
    Jamaica-179 St
    10 yd • 1 min
  • 2
    Subway - F
    Wait for subway
    F
    Coney Island-Stillwell Av
  • 3
    Ride to subway station
    Ride to subway station
    42 St-Bryant Pk
    36 min
  • 4
    Walk to subway station
    Walk to subway station
    Times Sq-42 St
    190 yd • 3 min
  • 5
    Subway - 1
    Wait for subway
    1
    Van Cortlandt Park-242 St
  • 6
    Ride to subway station
    Ride to subway station
    125 St
    17 min
  • 7
    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 179 St / Hillside to Columbia University?

    The fastest way takes 71 minutes, using Subway line E, Subway line 1.

  • What is the alternative route to get from 179 St / Hillside to Columbia University?

    The alternative route takes 68 minutes, using Subway line F, Subway line 1.

  • Is there a direct subway between 179 St / Hillside and Columbia University?

    No, you’ll have to take 2 subway lines in total. The total travelling time is 1 hr 11 min.

  • Which subway line goes from 179 St / Hillside to Columbia University?

    The E subway line goes from Jamaica-179 St station near 179 St / Hillside in Queens to World Trade Center station. From there you’ll have to take one subway line till World Trade Center station near Columbia University in Manhattan.

  • How long does it take to travel from 179 St / Hillside to Columbia University by subway?

    The total travel time between 179 St / Hillside in Queens and Columbia University in Manhattan by subway is about 1 hr 11 min.

  • Where do I get on the subway near 179 St / Hillside to get to Columbia University?

    Get on the E subway from the Jamaica-179 St station near 179 St / Hillside in Queens.

  • Where do I get off the subway when travelling between 179 St / Hillside and Columbia University?

    Get off the subway at the World Trade Center station, which is closest to Columbia University in Manhattan.

  • How much is the subway fare from 179 St / Hillside to Columbia University?

    The ride from 179 St / Hillside to Columbia University costs $3.00.

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