How to get from Highland Avenue to Columbia University by subway and train?

From Highland Avenue to Columbia University by subway and train

To get from Highland Avenue to Columbia University in Manhattan, you’ll need to take 2 train lines and one subway line: take the MNE train from Highland Avenue station to Hoboken Terminal station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the BLU train and finally take the 1 subway from 14 St station to 125 St station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 1 hr 29 min. The subway and train schedule from Highland Avenue may change. We recommend you check the updated subway and train schedule to Columbia University on the Moovit app.

89min
Train - MNE
Train - BLU
Subway - 1
Walk to Columbia University
Leaves from Highland Avenue

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from train station
    Start from train station
    Highland Avenue
  • 2
    Train - MNEMNE
    Wait for train
    MNE
    #6320| Hoboken
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Hoboken Terminal
    29 min
  • 4
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Hoboken
    ID HOB
    60 yd • 1 min
  • 5
    Train - BLU
    Wait for train
    BLU
    Hoboken - 33rd Street
  • 6
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    14th Street
    12 min
  • 7
    Walk to subway station
    Walk to subway station
    14 St
    310 yd • 4 min
  • 8
    Subway - 1
    Wait for subway
    1
    Van Cortlandt Park-242 St
  • 9
    Ride to subway station
    Ride to subway station
    125 St
    25 min
  • 10
    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 Highland Avenue to Columbia University

The distance between Highland Avenue, Manhattan and Columbia University, Manhattan is approximately 21 mi, which can typically be travelled in 89 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Highland Avenue 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 Highland Avenue to Columbia University

To check the subway and train schedule from Highland Avenue to Columbia University using the Moovit app, first download and open the app on your smartphone. Enter your starting point (Highland Avenue) 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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Questions & Answers

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

    The fastest way takes 89 minutes, using Train line MNE, Train line BLU, Subway line 1.

  • Is there a direct train between Highland Avenue 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 29 min.

  • Which train line goes from Highland Avenue to Columbia University?

    The MNE train line goes from Hoboken Terminal near Highland Avenue in City Of Orange to Hoboken station. From there you’ll have to take one train line and one subway line till Hoboken station near Columbia University in Manhattan.

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

    The total travel time between Highland Avenue in City Of Orange and Columbia University in Manhattan by train and subway is about 1 hr 29 min.

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

    Get on the MNE train from the Hoboken Terminal near Highland Avenue in City Of Orange.

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

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

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