How to get from Journal Square to Columbia University by bus and subway?

From Journal Square to Columbia University by bus and subway

To get from Journal Square to Columbia University in Manhattan, take the 119 bus from JFK Blvd at Duncan Ave station to Port Authority Bus Terminal station. Next, take the 1 subway from Times Sq-42 St station to Cathedral Pkwy (110 St) station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 1 hr 18 min. The bus and subway schedule from Journal Square may change. We recommend you check the updated bus and subway schedule to Columbia University on the Moovit app.

78min
Walk to bus station
Bus - 119119
Subway - 1
Walk to Columbia University
Leaves from JFK Blvd at Duncan Ave

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    JFK Blvd at Duncan Ave
    ID 20813
    140 yd • 2 min
  • 2
    Bus - 119119
    Wait for bus
    119
    New York
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Port Authority Bus Terminal
    48 min
  • 4
    Walk to subway station
    Walk to subway station
    Times Sq-42 St
    40 yd • 1 min
  • 5
    Subway - 1
    Wait for subway
    1
    Van Cortlandt Park-242 St
  • 6
    Ride to subway station
    Ride to subway station
    Cathedral Pkwy (110 St)
    15 min
  • 7
    Walk to Columbia University
    Walk to
    Columbia University
    622 W 113th St
    370 yd • 5 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transit directions from Journal Square to Columbia University

The distance between Journal Square, Manhattan and Columbia University, Manhattan is approximately 10.61 mi, which can typically be travelled in 78 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Journal Square 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 Journal Square to Columbia University

To check the bus and subway schedule from Journal Square to Columbia University using the Moovit app, first download and open the app on your smartphone. Enter your starting point (Journal Square) 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 Journal Square to Columbia University?

    The fastest way takes 78 minutes, using Bus line 119, Subway line 1.

  • Is there a direct bus between Journal Square and Columbia University?

    No, you’ll have to take one bus line and one subway line in total. The total travelling time is 1 hr 18 min.

  • Which bus line goes from Journal Square to Columbia University?

    The 119 bus line goes from JFK Blvd at Duncan Ave station near Journal Square in Jersey City to Port Authority Bus Terminal. From there you’ll have to take one subway line till Port Authority Bus Terminal near Columbia University in Manhattan.

  • How long does it take to travel from Journal Square to Columbia University by bus and subway?

    The total travel time between Journal Square in Jersey City and Columbia University in Manhattan by bus and subway is about 1 hr 18 min.

  • Where do I get on the bus near Journal Square to get to Columbia University?

    Get on the 119 bus from the JFK Blvd at Duncan Ave stop near Journal Square in Jersey City.

  • Where do I get off the bus when travelling between Journal Square and Columbia University?

    Get off the bus at the Port Authority Bus Terminal, which is closest to Columbia University in Manhattan.

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