How to get from Harrison to Columbia University by subway and train?

From Harrison to Columbia University by subway and train

To get from Harrison to Columbia University in Manhattan, you’ll need to take 2 train lines and one subway line: take the RED train from Harrison station to Newark station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the NORTHEAST REGIONAL train and finally take the 1 subway from 34 St-Penn Station station to 125 St station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 56 min. The subway and train schedule from Harrison may change. We recommend you check the updated subway and train schedule to Columbia University on the Moovit app.

56min
Train - RED
Train - NORTHEAST REGIONALNORTHEAST REGIONAL
Subway - 1
Walk to Columbia University
Leaves from Harrison

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from train station
    Start from train station
    Harrison
  • 2
    Train - RED
    Wait for train
    RED
    Newark - World Trade Center
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Newark
    3 min
  • 4
    Train - NORTHEAST REGIONALNORTHEAST REGIONAL
    Wait for train
    NORTHEAST REGIONAL
    Boston
  • 5
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    34 St-Penn Station
    20 min
  • 6
    Subway - 1
    Wait for subway
    1
    137 St-City College
  • 7
    Ride to subway station
    Ride to subway station
    125 St
    19 min
  • 8
    Walk to Columbia University
    Walk to
    Columbia University
    West 131st Street
    260 yd • 4 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Alternative route from Harrison to Columbia University by subway and train via RED, KEYSTONE SERVICE and 1

To get from Harrison to Columbia University in Manhattan, you’ll need to take 2 train lines and one subway line: take the RED train from Harrison station to Newark station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the KEYSTONE SERVICE train and finally take the 1 subway from 34 St-Penn Station station to 125 St station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 55 min. The subway and train schedule from Harrison may change. We recommend you check the updated subway and train schedule to Columbia University on the Moovit app.

55min
Train - RED
Train - KEYSTONE SERVICEKEYSTONE SERVICE
Subway - 1
Walk to Columbia University
Leaves from Harrison

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from train station
    Start from train station
    Harrison
  • 2
    Train - RED
    Wait for train
    RED
    Newark - World Trade Center
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Newark
    3 min
  • 4
    Train - KEYSTONE SERVICEKEYSTONE SERVICE
    Wait for train
    KEYSTONE SERVICE
    New York
  • 5
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    34 St-Penn Station
    18 min
  • 6
    Subway - 1
    Wait for subway
    1
    Van Cortlandt Park-242 St
  • 7
    Ride to subway station
    Ride to subway station
    125 St
    19 min
  • 8
    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 Harrison to Columbia University

The distance between Harrison, Manhattan and Columbia University, Manhattan is approximately 15.55 mi, which can typically be travelled in 56 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Harrison to Columbia University by subway and train, so no matter how you choose to travel in Manhattan – you will always have plenty of easy options.

Subway And Train schedule from Harrison to Columbia University

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

Related Routes

Alternative route from Harrison to Columbia University by subway and train via RED, KEYSTONE SERVICE and 1

To get from Harrison to Columbia University in Manhattan, you’ll need to take 2 train lines and one subway line: take the RED train from Harrison station to Newark station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the KEYSTONE SERVICE train and finally take the 1 subway from 34 St-Penn Station station to 125 St station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 55 min. The subway and train schedule from Harrison may change. We recommend you check the updated subway and train schedule to Columbia University on the Moovit app.

55min
Train - RED
Train - KEYSTONE SERVICEKEYSTONE SERVICE
Subway - 1
Walk to Columbia University
Leaves from Harrison

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from train station
    Start from train station
    Harrison
  • 2
    Train - RED
    Wait for train
    RED
    Newark - World Trade Center
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Newark
    3 min
  • 4
    Train - KEYSTONE SERVICEKEYSTONE SERVICE
    Wait for train
    KEYSTONE SERVICE
    New York
  • 5
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    34 St-Penn Station
    18 min
  • 6
    Subway - 1
    Wait for subway
    1
    Van Cortlandt Park-242 St
  • 7
    Ride to subway station
    Ride to subway station
    125 St
    19 min
  • 8
    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 Harrison to Columbia University?

    The fastest way takes 56 minutes, using Train line RED, Train line NORTHEAST REGIONAL, Subway line 1.

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

    The alternative route takes 55 minutes, using Train line RED, Train line KEYSTONE SERVICE, Subway line 1.

  • Is there a direct train between Harrison and Columbia University?

    No, you’ll have to take 2 train lines and one subway line in total. The total travelling time is 56 min.

  • Which train line goes from Harrison to Columbia University?

    The RED train line goes from Newark - World Trade Center station near Harrison in Harrison to Newark Penn Station station. From there you’ll have to take one train line and one subway line till Newark Penn Station station near Columbia University in Manhattan.

  • How long does it take to travel from Harrison to Columbia University by train and subway?

    The total travel time between Harrison in Harrison and Columbia University in Manhattan by train and subway is about 56 min.

  • Where do I get on the train near Harrison to get to Columbia University?

    Get on the RED train from the Newark - World Trade Center station near Harrison in Harrison.

  • Where do I get off the train when travelling between Harrison and Columbia University?

    Get off the train at the Newark Penn Station station, which is closest to Columbia University in Manhattan.

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