How to get from West Hempstead to Columbia University by subway and train?

From West Hempstead to Columbia University by subway and train

To get from West Hempstead to Columbia University in Manhattan, take the WEST HEMPSTEAD BRANCH train from West Hempstead station to 34 St-Penn Station station. Next, take the 1 subway from 34 St-Penn Station station to 125 St station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 1 hr 16 min. The ride fare is $16.50. The subway and train schedule from West Hempstead may change. We recommend you check the updated subway and train schedule to Columbia University on the Moovit app.

76min$16.50
Train - WEST HEMPSTEAD BRANCH
Subway - 1
Walk to Columbia University
Leaves from West Hempstead

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from train station
    Start from train station
    West Hempstead
  • 2
    Train - WEST HEMPSTEAD BRANCH
    Wait for train
    WEST HEMPSTEAD BRANCH
    Penn Station
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    34 St-Penn Station
    47 min
  • 4
    Subway - 1
    Wait for subway
    1
    Van Cortlandt Park-242 St
  • 5
    Ride to subway station
    Ride to subway station
    125 St
    20 min
  • 6
    Walk to Columbia University
    Walk to
    Columbia University
    West 131st Street
    260 yd • 4 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

From West Hempstead to Columbia University by bus, subway and train

To get from West Hempstead to Columbia University in Manhattan, you’ll need to take one bus line, one train line and one subway line: take the N31 bus from Broad St / Hempstead station to Broadway & Sunrise Hwy. station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the LONG BEACH BRANCH 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 1 hr 31 min. The ride fare is $19.40. The subway and train schedule from West Hempstead may change. We recommend you check the updated subway and train schedule to Columbia University on the Moovit app.

91min$19.40
Walk to bus station
Bus - N31N31
Train - LONG BEACH BRANCH
Subway - 1
Walk to Columbia University
Leaves from Broad St / Hempstead

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  • 1
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Broad St / Hempstead
    ID 1164
    140 yd • 2 min
  • 2
    Bus - N31N31
    Wait for bus
    N31
    Far Rockaway
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Broadway & Sunrise Hwy.
    ID 5135
    22 min
  • 4
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Lynbrook
    130 yd • 2 min
  • 5
    Train - LONG BEACH BRANCH
    Wait for train
    LONG BEACH BRANCH
    Penn Station
  • 6
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    34 St-Penn Station
    34 min
  • 7
    Subway - 1
    Wait for subway
    1
    215 St
  • 8
    Ride to subway station
    Ride to subway station
    125 St
    18 min
  • 9
    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 West Hempstead to Columbia University

The distance between West Hempstead, Manhattan and Columbia University, Manhattan is approximately 28.08 mi, which can typically be travelled in 76 min. Moovit will show you the directions from West Hempstead 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 West Hempstead to Columbia University

To check the subway and train schedule from West Hempstead to Columbia University using the Moovit app, first download and open the app on your smartphone. Enter your starting point (West Hempstead) 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.

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From West Hempstead to Columbia University by bus, subway and train

To get from West Hempstead to Columbia University in Manhattan, you’ll need to take one bus line, one train line and one subway line: take the N31 bus from Broad St / Hempstead station to Broadway & Sunrise Hwy. station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the LONG BEACH BRANCH 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 1 hr 31 min. The ride fare is $19.40. The subway and train schedule from West Hempstead may change. We recommend you check the updated subway and train schedule to Columbia University on the Moovit app.

91min$19.40
Walk to bus station
Bus - N31N31
Train - LONG BEACH BRANCH
Subway - 1
Walk to Columbia University
Leaves from Broad St / Hempstead

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Broad St / Hempstead
    ID 1164
    140 yd • 2 min
  • 2
    Bus - N31N31
    Wait for bus
    N31
    Far Rockaway
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Broadway & Sunrise Hwy.
    ID 5135
    22 min
  • 4
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Lynbrook
    130 yd • 2 min
  • 5
    Train - LONG BEACH BRANCH
    Wait for train
    LONG BEACH BRANCH
    Penn Station
  • 6
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    34 St-Penn Station
    34 min
  • 7
    Subway - 1
    Wait for subway
    1
    215 St
  • 8
    Ride to subway station
    Ride to subway station
    125 St
    18 min
  • 9
    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 West Hempstead to Columbia University?

    The fastest way takes 76 minutes, using Train line WEST HEMPSTEAD BRANCH, Subway line 1.

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

    The alternative route takes 91 minutes, using Bus line N31, Train line LONG BEACH BRANCH, Subway line 1.

  • Is there a direct train between West Hempstead and Columbia University?

    No, you’ll have to take one train line and one subway line in total. The total travelling time is 1 hr 16 min.

  • Which train line goes from West Hempstead to Columbia University?

    The WEST HEMPSTEAD BRANCH train line goes from Penn Station station near West Hempstead in West Hempstead to 34 St-Penn Station station. From there you’ll have to take one subway line till 34 St-Penn Station station near Columbia University in Manhattan.

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

    The total travel time between West Hempstead in West Hempstead and Columbia University in Manhattan by train and subway is about 1 hr 16 min.

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

    Get on the WEST HEMPSTEAD BRANCH train from the Penn Station station near West Hempstead in West Hempstead.

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

    Get off the train at the 34 St-Penn Station station, which is closest to Columbia University in Manhattan.

  • How much is the train fare from West Hempstead to Columbia University?

    The ride from West Hempstead to Columbia University costs $16.50.

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