How to get from Beacon to Columbia University by bus and train?

From Beacon to Columbia University by bus and train

To get from Beacon to Columbia University in Manhattan, take the HUDSON train from Beacon station to Harlem-125th St. station. Next, take the M125 bus from E 125 St/Park Av station to W 125 St/Saint Clair Pl station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 1 hr 39 min. The ride fare is $27.00. The bus and train schedule from Beacon may change. We recommend you check the updated bus and train schedule to Columbia University on the Moovit app.

99min$27.00
Train - HUDSON
Bus - M125M125
Walk to Columbia University
Leaves from Beacon

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from train station
    Start from train station
    Beacon
  • 2
    Train - HUDSONHUDSON
    Wait for train
    HUDSON
    842#| Grand Central
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Harlem-125th St.
    75 min
  • 4
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    E 125 St/Park Av
    20 yd • 1 min
  • 5
    Bus - M125M125
    Wait for bus
    M125
    Manhattanville 12 Av Via 125 St
  • 6
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    W 125 St/Saint Clair Pl
    18 min
  • 7
    Walk to Columbia University
    Walk to
    Columbia University
    West 131st Street
    180 yd • 3 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Alternative route from Beacon to Columbia University by bus and train via HUDSON and M60-SBS

To get from Beacon to Columbia University in Manhattan, take the HUDSON train from Beacon station to Harlem-125th St. station. Next, take the M60-SBS bus from E 125 St/Park Av station to Amsterdam Av/W 125 St station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 1 hr 34 min. The ride fare is $27.00. The bus and train schedule from Beacon may change. We recommend you check the updated bus and train schedule to Columbia University on the Moovit app.

94min$27.00
Train - HUDSON
Bus - M60-SBSM60-SBS
Walk to Columbia University
Leaves from Beacon

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from train station
    Start from train station
    Beacon
  • 2
    Train - HUDSONHUDSON
    Wait for train
    HUDSON
    842#| Grand Central
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Harlem-125th St.
    75 min
  • 4
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    E 125 St/Park Av
    20 yd • 1 min
  • 5
    Bus - M60-SBSM60-SBS
    Wait for bus
    M60-SBS
    Select Bus West Side Broadway-106 St
  • 6
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Amsterdam Av/W 125 St
    9 min
  • 7
    Walk to Columbia University
    Walk to
    Columbia University
    West 131st Street
    660 yd • 8 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transit directions from Beacon to Columbia University

The distance between Beacon, Manhattan and Columbia University, Manhattan is approximately 55.49 mi, which can typically be travelled in 99 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Beacon to Columbia University by bus and train, so no matter how you choose to travel in Manhattan – you will always have plenty of easy options.

Bus And Train schedule from Beacon to Columbia University

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

Related Routes

Alternative route from Beacon to Columbia University by bus and train via HUDSON and M60-SBS

To get from Beacon to Columbia University in Manhattan, take the HUDSON train from Beacon station to Harlem-125th St. station. Next, take the M60-SBS bus from E 125 St/Park Av station to Amsterdam Av/W 125 St station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 1 hr 34 min. The ride fare is $27.00. The bus and train schedule from Beacon may change. We recommend you check the updated bus and train schedule to Columbia University on the Moovit app.

94min$27.00
Train - HUDSON
Bus - M60-SBSM60-SBS
Walk to Columbia University
Leaves from Beacon

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from train station
    Start from train station
    Beacon
  • 2
    Train - HUDSONHUDSON
    Wait for train
    HUDSON
    842#| Grand Central
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Harlem-125th St.
    75 min
  • 4
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    E 125 St/Park Av
    20 yd • 1 min
  • 5
    Bus - M60-SBSM60-SBS
    Wait for bus
    M60-SBS
    Select Bus West Side Broadway-106 St
  • 6
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Amsterdam Av/W 125 St
    9 min
  • 7
    Walk to Columbia University
    Walk to
    Columbia University
    West 131st Street
    660 yd • 8 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Questions & Answers

  • What is the fastest way to get from Beacon to Columbia University?

    The fastest way takes 99 minutes, using Train line HUDSON, Bus line M125.

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

    The alternative route takes 94 minutes, using Train line HUDSON, Bus line M60-SBS.

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

    No, you’ll have to take one train line and one bus line in total. The total travelling time is 1 hr 39 min.

  • Which train line goes from Beacon to Columbia University?

    The HUDSON train line goes from 842#| Grand Central station near Beacon in Beacon to Harlem-125th St. station. From there you’ll have to take one bus line till Harlem-125th St. station near Columbia University in Manhattan.

  • How long does it take to travel from Beacon to Columbia University by train and bus?

    The total travel time between Beacon in Beacon and Columbia University in Manhattan by train and bus is about 1 hr 39 min.

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

    Get on the HUDSON train from the 842#| Grand Central station near Beacon in Beacon.

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

    Get off the train at the Harlem-125th St. stop, which is closest to Columbia University in Manhattan.

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

    The ride from Beacon to Columbia University costs $27.00.

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