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

From Madison to Columbia University by subway and train

To get from Madison to Columbia University in Manhattan, take the MEL train from Madison 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 23 min. The subway and train schedule from Madison may change. We recommend you check the updated subway and train schedule to Columbia University on the Moovit app.

83min
Train - MEL
Subway - 1
Walk to Columbia University
Leaves from Madison

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from train station
    Start from train station
    Madison
  • 2
    Train - MELMEL
    Wait for train
    MEL
    #6620| New York Penn Station
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    34 St-Penn Station
    54 min
  • 4
    Subway - 1
    Wait for subway
    1
    Van Cortlandt Park-242 St
  • 5
    Ride to subway station
    Ride to subway station
    125 St
    18 min
  • 6
    Walk to Columbia University
    Walk to
    Columbia University
    West 131st Street
    260 yd • 4 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

From Madison to Columbia University by bus, subway and train

To get from Madison to Columbia University in Manhattan, you’ll need to take one train line, one subway line and one bus line: take the MEL train from Madison station to 34 St-Penn Station station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the 2 subway and finally take the M125 bus from W 125 St/Malcolm X Blvd station to W 125 St/Saint Clair Pl station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 1 hr 40 min. The subway and train schedule from Madison may change. We recommend you check the updated subway and train schedule to Columbia University on the Moovit app.

100min
Train - MEL
Subway - 2
Bus - M125M125
Walk to Columbia University
Leaves from Madison

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from train station
    Start from train station
    Madison
  • 2
    Train - MELMEL
    Wait for train
    MEL
    #6620| New York Penn Station
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    34 St-Penn Station
    54 min
  • 4
    Subway - 2
    Wait for subway
    2
    Wakefield-241 St
  • 5
    Ride to subway station
    Ride to subway station
    125 St
    16 min
  • 6
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    W 125 St/Malcolm X Blvd
    70 yd • 1 min
  • 7
    Bus - M125M125
    Wait for bus
    M125
    Manhattanville 12 Av Via 125 St
  • 8
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    W 125 St/Saint Clair Pl
    13 min
  • 9
    Walk to Columbia University
    Walk to
    Columbia University
    West 131st Street
    180 yd • 3 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transit directions from Madison to Columbia University

The distance between Madison, Manhattan and Columbia University, Manhattan is approximately 33.22 mi, which can typically be travelled in 83 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Madison 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 Madison to Columbia University

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

To get from Madison to Columbia University in Manhattan, you’ll need to take one train line, one subway line and one bus line: take the MEL train from Madison station to 34 St-Penn Station station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the 2 subway and finally take the M125 bus from W 125 St/Malcolm X Blvd station to W 125 St/Saint Clair Pl station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 1 hr 40 min. The subway and train schedule from Madison may change. We recommend you check the updated subway and train schedule to Columbia University on the Moovit app.

100min
Train - MEL
Subway - 2
Bus - M125M125
Walk to Columbia University
Leaves from Madison

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from train station
    Start from train station
    Madison
  • 2
    Train - MELMEL
    Wait for train
    MEL
    #6620| New York Penn Station
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    34 St-Penn Station
    54 min
  • 4
    Subway - 2
    Wait for subway
    2
    Wakefield-241 St
  • 5
    Ride to subway station
    Ride to subway station
    125 St
    16 min
  • 6
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    W 125 St/Malcolm X Blvd
    70 yd • 1 min
  • 7
    Bus - M125M125
    Wait for bus
    M125
    Manhattanville 12 Av Via 125 St
  • 8
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    W 125 St/Saint Clair Pl
    13 min
  • 9
    Walk to Columbia University
    Walk to
    Columbia University
    West 131st Street
    180 yd • 3 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Questions & Answers

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

    The fastest way takes 83 minutes, using Train line MEL, Subway line 1.

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

    The alternative route takes 100 minutes, using Train line MEL, Subway line 2, Bus line M125.

  • Is there a direct train between Madison 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 23 min.

  • Which train line goes from Madison to Columbia University?

    The MEL train line goes from #6620| New York Penn Station station near Madison in Madison 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 Madison to Columbia University by train and subway?

    The total travel time between Madison in Madison and Columbia University in Manhattan by train and subway is about 1 hr 23 min.

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

    Get on the MEL train from the #6620| New York Penn Station station near Madison in Madison.

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

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

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