How to get from Astor Pl to Columbia University by subway?

From Astor Pl to Columbia University by subway

To get from Astor Pl to Columbia University in Manhattan, take the R subway from 8 St-Nyu station to Times Sq-42 St 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 36 min. The ride fare is $3.00.

36min$3.00
Walk to subway station
Subway - R
Subway - 1
Walk to Columbia University
Leaves from 8 St-Nyu

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to subway station
    Walk to subway station
    8 St-Nyu
    120 yd • 2 min
  • 2
    Subway - R
    Wait for subway
    R
    Forest Hills-71 Av
  • 3
    Ride to subway station
    Ride to subway station
    Times Sq-42 St
    7 min
  • 4
    Subway - 1
    Wait for subway
    1
    137 St-City College
  • 5
    Ride to subway station
    Ride to subway station
    125 St
    18 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 Astor Pl to Columbia University by subway via N and 1

To get from Astor Pl to Columbia University in Manhattan, take the N subway from 8 St-Nyu station to Times Sq-42 St 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 42 min. The ride fare is $3.00.

42min$3.00
Walk to subway station
Subway - N
Subway - 1
Walk to Columbia University
Leaves from 8 St-Nyu

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to subway station
    Walk to subway station
    8 St-Nyu
    120 yd • 2 min
  • 2
    Subway - N
    Wait for subway
    N
    Astoria-Ditmars Blvd
  • 3
    Ride to subway station
    Ride to subway station
    Times Sq-42 St
    7 min
  • 4
    Subway - 1
    Wait for subway
    1
    137 St-City College
  • 5
    Ride to subway station
    Ride to subway station
    125 St
    18 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 Astor Pl to Columbia University

The distance between Astor Pl, Manhattan and Columbia University, Manhattan is approximately 6.47 mi, which can typically be travelled in 36 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Astor Pl to Columbia University by subway, so no matter how you choose to travel in Manhattan – you will always have plenty of easy options.

Public transit stations close to Astor Pl

Astor Pl is located at Astor Pl, Manhattan and the nearest public transit station is E 8 St/Lafayette St.

Subway stations close to Astor Pl:

  • 8 St-Nyu
  • Broadway-Lafayette St
  • Bleecker St

Bus stations close to Astor Pl:

  • E 8 St/Lafayette St
  • Lafayette St/Astor Pl
  • Astor Pl/Cooper Sq East

Public transit stations close to Columbia University, Manhattan

Columbia University is located at West 131st Street, Manhattan and the nearest public transit station is W 125 St/Saint Clair Pl.

Subway stations close to Columbia University:

  • 125 St
  • 137 St-City College
  • 145 St

Bus stations close to Columbia University:

  • W 125 St/Saint Clair Pl
  • Saint Claire Pl/W 125 St
  • W 125 St/Broadway

Related Routes

Alternative route from Astor Pl to Columbia University by subway via N and 1

To get from Astor Pl to Columbia University in Manhattan, take the N subway from 8 St-Nyu station to Times Sq-42 St 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 42 min. The ride fare is $3.00.

42min$3.00
Walk to subway station
Subway - N
Subway - 1
Walk to Columbia University
Leaves from 8 St-Nyu

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to subway station
    Walk to subway station
    8 St-Nyu
    120 yd • 2 min
  • 2
    Subway - N
    Wait for subway
    N
    Astoria-Ditmars Blvd
  • 3
    Ride to subway station
    Ride to subway station
    Times Sq-42 St
    7 min
  • 4
    Subway - 1
    Wait for subway
    1
    137 St-City College
  • 5
    Ride to subway station
    Ride to subway station
    125 St
    18 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 Astor Pl to Columbia University?

    The fastest way takes 36 minutes, using Subway line R, Subway line 1.

  • What is the alternative route to get from Astor Pl to Columbia University?

    The alternative route takes 42 minutes, using Subway line N, Subway line 1.

  • Is there a direct subway between Astor Pl and Columbia University in Manhattan?

    No, you’ll have to take 2 subway lines in total. The total travelling time is 36 min.

  • Which subway line goes from Astor Pl to Columbia University in Manhattan?

    The R subway line goes from 8 St-Nyu station near Astor Pl 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 Astor Pl to Columbia University in Manhattan by subway?

    The total travel time between Astor Pl and Columbia University in Manhattan by subway is about 36 min.

  • Where do I get on the subway near Astor Pl to get to Columbia University in Manhattan?

    Get on the R subway from the 8 St-Nyu station near Astor Pl in Manhattan.

  • Where do I get off the subway when travelling between Astor Pl and Columbia University in Manhattan?

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

  • When is the last bus from Astor Pl to Columbia University in Manhattan?

    The last bus from Astor Pl to Columbia University in Manhattan is the East Village - Fort George line. It leaves the Astor Pl/Cooper Sq East stop at 9:32 PM.

  • How much is the subway fare from Astor Pl to Columbia University?

    The ride from Astor Pl to Columbia University costs $3.00.

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