How to get from Grand St to Columbia University by subway?

From Grand St to Columbia University by subway

To get from Grand St to Columbia University in Manhattan, take the L subway from Grand 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 47 min. The ride fare is $3.00. The subway schedule from Grand St may change. We recommend you check the updated subway schedule to Columbia University on the Moovit app.

47min$3.00
Subway - L
Subway - 1
Walk to Columbia University
Leaves from Grand St

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from subway station
    Start from subway station
    Grand St
  • 2
    Subway - L
    Wait for subway
    L
    8 Av
  • 3
    Ride to subway station
    Ride to subway station
    14 St/6 Av
    12 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

From Grand St to Columbia University by bus and subway

To get from Grand St to Columbia University in Manhattan, you’ll need to take 2 subway lines and one bus line: take the L subway from Grand St station to 14 St / 8 Av station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the A subway and finally 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 46 min. The ride fare is $3.00. The subway schedule from Grand St may change. We recommend you check the updated subway schedule to Columbia University on the Moovit app.

46min$3.00
Subway - L
Subway - A
Bus - M125M125
Walk to Columbia University
Leaves from Grand St

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from subway station
    Start from subway station
    Grand St
  • 2
    Subway - L
    Wait for subway
    L
    8 Av
  • 3
    Ride to subway station
    Ride to subway station
    14 St / 8 Av
    13 min
  • 4
    Subway - A
    Wait for subway
    A
    Inwood-207 St
  • 5
    Ride to subway station
    Ride to subway station
    125 St
    16 min
  • 6
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    W 125 St/Saint Nicholas Av
    30 yd • 1 min
  • 7
    Bus - M125M125
    Wait for bus
    M125
    Manhattanville 12 Av Via 125 St
  • 8
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    W 125 St/Saint Clair Pl
    8 min
  • 9
    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 Grand St to Columbia University

The distance between Grand St, Manhattan and Columbia University, Manhattan is approximately 9.63 mi, which can typically be travelled in 47 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Grand 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 Grand St to Columbia University

To check the subway schedule from Grand St to Columbia University using the Moovit app, first download and open the app on your smartphone. Enter your starting point (Grand 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 Grand St to Columbia University by bus and subway

To get from Grand St to Columbia University in Manhattan, you’ll need to take 2 subway lines and one bus line: take the L subway from Grand St station to 14 St / 8 Av station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the A subway and finally 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 46 min. The ride fare is $3.00. The subway schedule from Grand St may change. We recommend you check the updated subway schedule to Columbia University on the Moovit app.

46min$3.00
Subway - L
Subway - A
Bus - M125M125
Walk to Columbia University
Leaves from Grand St

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from subway station
    Start from subway station
    Grand St
  • 2
    Subway - L
    Wait for subway
    L
    8 Av
  • 3
    Ride to subway station
    Ride to subway station
    14 St / 8 Av
    13 min
  • 4
    Subway - A
    Wait for subway
    A
    Inwood-207 St
  • 5
    Ride to subway station
    Ride to subway station
    125 St
    16 min
  • 6
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    W 125 St/Saint Nicholas Av
    30 yd • 1 min
  • 7
    Bus - M125M125
    Wait for bus
    M125
    Manhattanville 12 Av Via 125 St
  • 8
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    W 125 St/Saint Clair Pl
    8 min
  • 9
    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 Grand St to Columbia University?

    The fastest way takes 47 minutes, using Subway line L, Subway line 1.

  • What is the alternative route to get from Grand St to Columbia University?

    The alternative route takes 46 minutes, using Subway line L, Subway line A, Bus line M125.

  • Is there a direct subway between Grand St and Columbia University?

    No, you’ll have to take 2 subway lines in total. The total travelling time is 47 min.

  • Which subway line goes from Grand St to Columbia University?

    The L subway line goes from 8 Av station near Grand St in Brooklyn to 14 St/6 Av station. From there you’ll have to take one subway line till 14 St/6 Av station near Columbia University in Manhattan.

  • How long does it take to travel from Grand St to Columbia University by subway?

    The total travel time between Grand St in Brooklyn and Columbia University in Manhattan by subway is about 47 min.

  • Where do I get on the subway near Grand St to get to Columbia University?

    Get on the L subway from the 8 Av station near Grand St in Brooklyn.

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

    Get off the subway at the 14 St/6 Av station, which is closest to Columbia University in Manhattan.

  • How much is the subway fare from Grand St to Columbia University?

    The ride from Grand St to Columbia University costs $3.00.

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