How to get from New York City Chinatown (Bowery & Canal St) to Columbia University by subway?

From New York City Chinatown (Bowery & Canal St) to Columbia University by subway

To get from New York City Chinatown (Bowery & Canal St) to Columbia University in Manhattan, take the D subway from Grand St station to 59 St-Columbus Circle station. Next, take the 1 subway from 59 St-Columbus Circle station to 125 St station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 46 min. The ride fare is $3.00. The subway schedule from New York City Chinatown (Bowery & Canal St) may change. We recommend you check the updated subway schedule to Columbia University on the Moovit app.

46min$3.00
Walk to subway station
Subway - D
Subway - 1
Walk to Columbia University
Leaves from Grand St

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to subway station
    Walk to subway station
    Grand St
    360 yd • 5 min
  • 2
    Subway - D
    Wait for subway
    D
    Norwood-205 St
  • 3
    Ride to subway station
    Ride to subway station
    59 St-Columbus Circle
    16 min
  • 4
    Subway - 1
    Wait for subway
    1
    Van Cortlandt Park-242 St
  • 5
    Ride to subway station
    Ride to subway station
    125 St
    14 min
  • 6
    Walk to Columbia University
    Walk to
    Columbia University
    West 131st Street
    260 yd • 4 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Alternative route from New York City Chinatown (Bowery & Canal St) to Columbia University by subway via B and 1

To get from New York City Chinatown (Bowery & Canal St) to Columbia University in Manhattan, take the B subway from Grand St station to 59 St-Columbus Circle station. Next, take the 1 subway from 59 St-Columbus Circle station to 125 St station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 48 min. The ride fare is $3.00. The subway schedule from New York City Chinatown (Bowery & Canal St) may change. We recommend you check the updated subway schedule to Columbia University on the Moovit app.

48min$3.00
Walk to subway station
Subway - B
Subway - 1
Walk to Columbia University
Leaves from Grand St

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to subway station
    Walk to subway station
    Grand St
    360 yd • 5 min
  • 2
    Subway - B
    Wait for subway
    B
    Bedford Park Blvd
  • 3
    Ride to subway station
    Ride to subway station
    59 St-Columbus Circle
    16 min
  • 4
    Subway - 1
    Wait for subway
    1
    Van Cortlandt Park-242 St
  • 5
    Ride to subway station
    Ride to subway station
    125 St
    14 min
  • 6
    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 New York City Chinatown (Bowery & Canal St) to Columbia University

The distance between New York City Chinatown (Bowery & Canal St), Manhattan and Columbia University, Manhattan is approximately 8.2 mi, which can typically be travelled in 46 min. Moovit will show you the directions from New York City Chinatown (Bowery & Canal St) to Columbia University by subway, so no matter how you choose to travel in Manhattan – you will always have plenty of easy options.

Subway schedule from New York City Chinatown (Bowery & Canal St) to Columbia University

To check the subway schedule from New York City Chinatown (Bowery & Canal St) to Columbia University using the Moovit app, first download and open the app on your smartphone. Enter your starting point (New York City Chinatown (Bowery & Canal St)) and destination (Columbia University), then select the desired date and time of travel. Moovit will show all available subway routes, estimated travel times, and any required transfers. You can view detailed departure and arrival times for each subway, 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 schedules.

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Alternative route from New York City Chinatown (Bowery & Canal St) to Columbia University by subway via B and 1

To get from New York City Chinatown (Bowery & Canal St) to Columbia University in Manhattan, take the B subway from Grand St station to 59 St-Columbus Circle station. Next, take the 1 subway from 59 St-Columbus Circle station to 125 St station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 48 min. The ride fare is $3.00. The subway schedule from New York City Chinatown (Bowery & Canal St) may change. We recommend you check the updated subway schedule to Columbia University on the Moovit app.

48min$3.00
Walk to subway station
Subway - B
Subway - 1
Walk to Columbia University
Leaves from Grand St

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to subway station
    Walk to subway station
    Grand St
    360 yd • 5 min
  • 2
    Subway - B
    Wait for subway
    B
    Bedford Park Blvd
  • 3
    Ride to subway station
    Ride to subway station
    59 St-Columbus Circle
    16 min
  • 4
    Subway - 1
    Wait for subway
    1
    Van Cortlandt Park-242 St
  • 5
    Ride to subway station
    Ride to subway station
    125 St
    14 min
  • 6
    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 New York City Chinatown (Bowery & Canal St) to Columbia University?

    The fastest way takes 46 minutes, using Subway line D, Subway line 1.

  • What is the alternative route to get from New York City Chinatown (Bowery & Canal St) to Columbia University?

    The alternative route takes 48 minutes, using Subway line B, Subway line 1.

  • Is there a direct subway between New York City Chinatown (Bowery & Canal St) and Columbia University in Manhattan?

    No, you’ll have to take 2 subway lines in total. The total travelling time is 46 min.

  • Which subway line goes from New York City Chinatown (Bowery & Canal St) to Columbia University in Manhattan?

    The D subway line goes from Grand St station near New York City Chinatown (Bowery & Canal St) to Norwood-205 St station. From there you’ll have to take one subway line till Norwood-205 St station near Columbia University in Manhattan.

  • How long does it take to travel from New York City Chinatown (Bowery & Canal St) to Columbia University in Manhattan by subway?

    The total travel time between New York City Chinatown (Bowery & Canal St) and Columbia University in Manhattan by subway is about 46 min.

  • Where do I get on the subway near New York City Chinatown (Bowery & Canal St) to get to Columbia University in Manhattan?

    Get on the D subway from the Grand St station near New York City Chinatown (Bowery & Canal St) in Manhattan.

  • Where do I get off the subway when travelling between New York City Chinatown (Bowery & Canal St) and Columbia University in Manhattan?

    Get off the subway at the Norwood-205 St station, which is closest to Columbia University in Manhattan.

  • How much is the subway fare from New York City Chinatown (Bowery & Canal St) to Columbia University?

    The ride from New York City Chinatown (Bowery & Canal St) to Columbia University costs $3.00.

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