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

From Clifton to Columbia University by subway and train

To get from Clifton to Columbia University in Manhattan, you’ll need to take 2 train lines and one subway line: take the MCL train from Clifton station to Secaucus station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the NC 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 9 min. The subway and train schedule from Clifton may change. We recommend you check the updated subway and train schedule to Columbia University on the Moovit app.

69min
Train - MCL
Train - NC
Subway - 1
Walk to Columbia University
Leaves from Clifton

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from train station
    Start from train station
    Clifton
  • 2
    Train - MCLMCL
    Wait for train
    MCL
    #1208| Hoboken
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Secaucus
    20 min
  • 4
    Train - NCNC
    Wait for train
    NC
    #3926| New York Penn Station
  • 5
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    34 St-Penn Station
    13 min
  • 6
    Subway - 1
    Wait for subway
    1
    Van Cortlandt Park-242 St
  • 7
    Ride to subway station
    Ride to subway station
    125 St
    18 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 Clifton to Columbia University by subway and train via MCL, NJCL and 1

To get from Clifton to Columbia University in Manhattan, you’ll need to take 2 train lines and one subway line: take the MCL train from Clifton station to Secaucus station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the NJCL 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 24 min. The subway and train schedule from Clifton may change. We recommend you check the updated subway and train schedule to Columbia University on the Moovit app.

84min
Train - MCL
Train - NJCL
Subway - 1
Walk to Columbia University
Leaves from Clifton

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from train station
    Start from train station
    Clifton
  • 2
    Train - MCLMCL
    Wait for train
    MCL
    #1208| Hoboken
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Secaucus
    20 min
  • 4
    Train - NJCLNJCL
    Wait for train
    NJCL
    #3506| New York Penn Station
  • 5
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    34 St-Penn Station
    13 min
  • 6
    Subway - 1
    Wait for subway
    1
    Van Cortlandt Park-242 St
  • 7
    Ride to subway station
    Ride to subway station
    125 St
    18 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 Clifton to Columbia University

The distance between Clifton, Manhattan and Columbia University, Manhattan is approximately 18.69 mi, which can typically be travelled in 69 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Clifton 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 Clifton to Columbia University

To check the subway and train schedule from Clifton to Columbia University using the Moovit app, first download and open the app on your smartphone. Enter your starting point (Clifton) 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 Clifton to Columbia University by subway and train via MCL, NJCL and 1

To get from Clifton to Columbia University in Manhattan, you’ll need to take 2 train lines and one subway line: take the MCL train from Clifton station to Secaucus station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the NJCL 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 24 min. The subway and train schedule from Clifton may change. We recommend you check the updated subway and train schedule to Columbia University on the Moovit app.

84min
Train - MCL
Train - NJCL
Subway - 1
Walk to Columbia University
Leaves from Clifton

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from train station
    Start from train station
    Clifton
  • 2
    Train - MCLMCL
    Wait for train
    MCL
    #1208| Hoboken
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Secaucus
    20 min
  • 4
    Train - NJCLNJCL
    Wait for train
    NJCL
    #3506| New York Penn Station
  • 5
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    34 St-Penn Station
    13 min
  • 6
    Subway - 1
    Wait for subway
    1
    Van Cortlandt Park-242 St
  • 7
    Ride to subway station
    Ride to subway station
    125 St
    18 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 Clifton to Columbia University?

    The fastest way takes 69 minutes, using Train line MCL, Train line NC, Subway line 1.

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

    The alternative route takes 84 minutes, using Train line MCL, Train line NJCL, Subway line 1.

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

    No, you’ll have to take 2 train lines and one subway line in total. The total travelling time is 1 hr 9 min.

  • Which train line goes from Clifton to Columbia University?

    The MCL train line goes from #1208| Hoboken station near Clifton in Clifton to Secaucus station. From there you’ll have to take one train line and one subway line till Secaucus station near Columbia University in Manhattan.

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

    The total travel time between Clifton in Clifton and Columbia University in Manhattan by train and subway is about 1 hr 9 min.

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

    Get on the MCL train from the #1208| Hoboken station near Clifton in Clifton.

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

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

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