How to get from Merrick Ave / Merrick to Columbia University by subway and train?

From Merrick Ave / Merrick to Columbia University by subway and train

To get from Merrick Ave / Merrick to Columbia University in Manhattan, take the BABYLON BRANCH train from Merrick 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 27 min. The ride fare is $18.25. The subway and train schedule from Merrick Ave / Merrick may change. We recommend you check the updated subway and train schedule to Columbia University on the Moovit app.

87min$18.25
Walk to train station
Train - BABYLON BRANCH
Subway - 1
Walk to Columbia University
Leaves from Merrick

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Merrick
    0.52 mi • 11 min
  • 2
    Train - BABYLON BRANCH
    Wait for train
    BABYLON BRANCH
    Penn Station
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    34 St-Penn Station
    47 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 Merrick Ave / Merrick to Columbia University by bus, subway and train

To get from Merrick Ave / Merrick to Columbia University in Manhattan, you’ll need to take one train line, one subway line and one bus line: take the BABYLON BRANCH train from Merrick station to 34 St-Penn Station station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the 2 subway and finally take the M4 bus from Central Park North/Malcolm X Blvd station to Broadway/W 131 St station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 1 hr 46 min. The ride fare is $18.25. The subway and train schedule from Merrick Ave / Merrick may change. We recommend you check the updated subway and train schedule to Columbia University on the Moovit app.

106min$18.25
Walk to train station
Train - BABYLON BRANCH
Subway - 2
Bus - M4M4
Walk to Columbia University
Leaves from Merrick

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Merrick
    0.52 mi • 11 min
  • 2
    Train - BABYLON BRANCH
    Wait for train
    BABYLON BRANCH
    Penn Station
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    34 St-Penn Station
    47 min
  • 4
    Subway - 2
    Wait for subway
    2
    Wakefield-241 St
  • 5
    Ride to subway station
    Ride to subway station
    110 St-Malcolm X Plaza
    13 min
  • 6
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Central Park North/Malcolm X Blvd
    10 yd • 1 min
  • 7
    Bus - M4M4
    Wait for bus
    M4
    Broadway-135 St
  • 8
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Broadway/W 131 St
    21 min
  • 9
    Walk to Columbia University
    Walk to
    Columbia University
    West 131st Street
    110 yd • 2 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transit directions from Merrick Ave / Merrick to Columbia University

The distance between Merrick Ave / Merrick, Manhattan and Columbia University, Manhattan is approximately 31.45 mi, which can typically be travelled in 87 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Merrick Ave / Merrick 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 Merrick Ave / Merrick to Columbia University

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

To get from Merrick Ave / Merrick to Columbia University in Manhattan, you’ll need to take one train line, one subway line and one bus line: take the BABYLON BRANCH train from Merrick station to 34 St-Penn Station station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the 2 subway and finally take the M4 bus from Central Park North/Malcolm X Blvd station to Broadway/W 131 St station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 1 hr 46 min. The ride fare is $18.25. The subway and train schedule from Merrick Ave / Merrick may change. We recommend you check the updated subway and train schedule to Columbia University on the Moovit app.

106min$18.25
Walk to train station
Train - BABYLON BRANCH
Subway - 2
Bus - M4M4
Walk to Columbia University
Leaves from Merrick

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Merrick
    0.52 mi • 11 min
  • 2
    Train - BABYLON BRANCH
    Wait for train
    BABYLON BRANCH
    Penn Station
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    34 St-Penn Station
    47 min
  • 4
    Subway - 2
    Wait for subway
    2
    Wakefield-241 St
  • 5
    Ride to subway station
    Ride to subway station
    110 St-Malcolm X Plaza
    13 min
  • 6
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Central Park North/Malcolm X Blvd
    10 yd • 1 min
  • 7
    Bus - M4M4
    Wait for bus
    M4
    Broadway-135 St
  • 8
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Broadway/W 131 St
    21 min
  • 9
    Walk to Columbia University
    Walk to
    Columbia University
    West 131st Street
    110 yd • 2 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Questions & Answers

  • What is the fastest way to get from Merrick Ave / Merrick to Columbia University?

    The fastest way takes 87 minutes, using Train line BABYLON BRANCH, Subway line 1.

  • What is the alternative route to get from Merrick Ave / Merrick to Columbia University?

    The alternative route takes 106 minutes, using Train line BABYLON BRANCH, Subway line 2, Bus line M4.

  • Is there a direct train between Merrick Ave / Merrick 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 27 min.

  • Which train line goes from Merrick Ave / Merrick to Columbia University?

    The BABYLON BRANCH train line goes from Merrick station near Merrick Ave / Merrick in Merrick to Penn Station station. From there you’ll have to take one subway line till Penn Station station near Columbia University in Manhattan.

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

    The total travel time between Merrick Ave / Merrick in Merrick and Columbia University in Manhattan by train and subway is about 1 hr 27 min.

  • Where do I get on the train near Merrick Ave / Merrick to get to Columbia University?

    Get on the BABYLON BRANCH train from the Merrick station near Merrick Ave / Merrick in Merrick.

  • Where do I get off the train when travelling between Merrick Ave / Merrick and Columbia University?

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

  • How much is the train fare from Merrick Ave / Merrick to Columbia University?

    The ride from Merrick Ave / Merrick to Columbia University costs $18.25.

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