How to get from G W Bridge Plaza West to Columbia University by bus?

From G W Bridge Plaza West to Columbia University by bus

To get from G W Bridge Plaza West to Columbia University in Manhattan, take the 186 bus from Rt-67 (Lemoine Ave.) at Bridge Plaza North station to George Washington Bridge Bus Terminal station. Next, take the M4 bus from Fort Washington Av/W 179 St station to Broadway/W 133 St station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 45 min. The bus schedule from G W Bridge Plaza West may change. We recommend you check the updated bus schedule to Columbia University on the Moovit app.

45min
Walk to bus station
Bus - 186186
Bus - M4M4
Walk to Columbia University
Leaves from Rt-67 (Lemoine Ave.) at Bridge Plaza North

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Rt-67 (Lemoine Ave.) at Bridge Plaza North
    ID 11880
    170 yd • 2 min
  • 2
    Bus - 186186
    Wait for bus
    186
    New York Gw Bridge Bus Station
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    George Washington Bridge Bus Terminal
    11 min
  • 4
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Fort Washington Av/W 179 St
    80 yd • 2 min
  • 5
    Bus - M4M4
    Wait for bus
    M4
    Ltd Midtwn 32 St & 5 Av Via Bway 5 Av
  • 6
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Broadway/W 133 St
    22 min
  • 7
    Walk to Columbia University
    Walk to
    Columbia University
    West 131st Street
    200 yd • 3 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Alternative route from G W Bridge Plaza West to Columbia University by bus via 182 and M4

To get from G W Bridge Plaza West to Columbia University in Manhattan, take the 182 bus from G W Bridge Plaza East station to George Washington Bridge Bus Terminal station. Next, take the M4 bus from Fort Washington Av/W 179 St station to Broadway/W 133 St station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 43 min. The bus schedule from G W Bridge Plaza West may change. We recommend you check the updated bus schedule to Columbia University on the Moovit app.

43min
Walk to bus station
Bus - 182182
Bus - M4M4
Walk to Columbia University
Leaves from G W Bridge Plaza East

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    G W Bridge Plaza East
    ID 11933
    240 yd • 3 min
  • 2
    Bus - 182182
    Wait for bus
    182
    New York Gw Bridge Bus Station
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    George Washington Bridge Bus Terminal
    8 min
  • 4
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Fort Washington Av/W 179 St
    80 yd • 2 min
  • 5
    Bus - M4M4
    Wait for bus
    M4
    Ltd Midtwn 32 St & 5 Av Via Bway 5 Av
  • 6
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Broadway/W 133 St
    22 min
  • 7
    Walk to Columbia University
    Walk to
    Columbia University
    West 131st Street
    200 yd • 3 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transit directions from G W Bridge Plaza West to Columbia University

The distance between G W Bridge Plaza West, Manhattan and Columbia University, Manhattan is approximately 4.78 mi, which can typically be travelled in 45 min. Moovit will show you the directions from G W Bridge Plaza West to Columbia University by bus, so no matter how you choose to travel in Manhattan – you will always have plenty of easy options.

Bus schedule from G W Bridge Plaza West to Columbia University

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

Related Routes

Alternative route from G W Bridge Plaza West to Columbia University by bus via 182 and M4

To get from G W Bridge Plaza West to Columbia University in Manhattan, take the 182 bus from G W Bridge Plaza East station to George Washington Bridge Bus Terminal station. Next, take the M4 bus from Fort Washington Av/W 179 St station to Broadway/W 133 St station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 43 min. The bus schedule from G W Bridge Plaza West may change. We recommend you check the updated bus schedule to Columbia University on the Moovit app.

43min
Walk to bus station
Bus - 182182
Bus - M4M4
Walk to Columbia University
Leaves from G W Bridge Plaza East

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    G W Bridge Plaza East
    ID 11933
    240 yd • 3 min
  • 2
    Bus - 182182
    Wait for bus
    182
    New York Gw Bridge Bus Station
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    George Washington Bridge Bus Terminal
    8 min
  • 4
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Fort Washington Av/W 179 St
    80 yd • 2 min
  • 5
    Bus - M4M4
    Wait for bus
    M4
    Ltd Midtwn 32 St & 5 Av Via Bway 5 Av
  • 6
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Broadway/W 133 St
    22 min
  • 7
    Walk to Columbia University
    Walk to
    Columbia University
    West 131st Street
    200 yd • 3 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Questions & Answers

  • What is the fastest way to get from G W Bridge Plaza West to Columbia University?

    The fastest way takes 45 minutes, using Bus line 186, Bus line M4.

  • What is the alternative route to get from G W Bridge Plaza West to Columbia University?

    The alternative route takes 43 minutes, using Bus line 182, Bus line M4.

  • Is there a direct bus between G W Bridge Plaza West and Columbia University?

    No, you’ll have to take 2 bus lines in total. The total travelling time is 45 min.

  • Which bus line goes from G W Bridge Plaza West to Columbia University?

    The 186 bus line goes from Rt-67 (Lemoine Ave.) at Bridge Plaza North station near G W Bridge Plaza West in Fort Lee to New York Gw Bridge Bus Station station. From there you’ll have to take one bus line till New York Gw Bridge Bus Station station near Columbia University in Manhattan.

  • How long does it take to travel from G W Bridge Plaza West to Columbia University by bus?

    The total travel time between G W Bridge Plaza West in Fort Lee and Columbia University in Manhattan by bus is about 45 min.

  • Where do I get on the bus near G W Bridge Plaza West to get to Columbia University?

    Get on the 186 bus from the Rt-67 (Lemoine Ave.) at Bridge Plaza North stop near G W Bridge Plaza West in Fort Lee.

  • Where do I get off the bus when travelling between G W Bridge Plaza West and Columbia University?

    Get off the bus at the New York Gw Bridge Bus Station stop, which is closest to Columbia University in Manhattan.

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