How to get from 5th Ave & W 23rd St to Columbia University by subway?

From 5th Ave & W 23rd St to Columbia University by subway

To get from 5th Ave & W 23rd St to Columbia University in Manhattan, take the R subway from 23 St station to Times Sq-42 St station. Next, take the 1 subway from Times Sq-42 St station to 125 St station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 35 min. The ride fare is $3.00.

35min$3.00
Walk to subway station
Subway - R
Subway - 1
Walk to Columbia University
Leaves from 23 St

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to subway station
    Walk to subway station
    23 St
    20 yd • 1 min
  • 2
    Subway - R
    Wait for subway
    R
    Forest Hills-71 Av
  • 3
    Ride to subway station
    Ride to subway station
    Times Sq-42 St
    4 min
  • 4
    Subway - 1
    Wait for subway
    1
    137 St-City College
  • 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

Alternative route from 5th Ave & W 23rd St to Columbia University by subway via N and 1

To get from 5th Ave & W 23rd St to Columbia University in Manhattan, take the N subway from 23 St station to Times Sq-42 St station. Next, take the 1 subway from Times Sq-42 St station to 125 St station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 37 min. The ride fare is $3.00.

37min$3.00
Walk to subway station
Subway - N
Subway - 1
Walk to Columbia University
Leaves from 23 St

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to subway station
    Walk to subway station
    23 St
    20 yd • 1 min
  • 2
    Subway - N
    Wait for subway
    N
    Astoria-Ditmars Blvd
  • 3
    Ride to subway station
    Ride to subway station
    Times Sq-42 St
    4 min
  • 4
    Subway - 1
    Wait for subway
    1
    137 St-City College
  • 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
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Public transit directions from 5th Ave & W 23rd St to Columbia University

The distance between 5th Ave & W 23rd St, Manhattan and Columbia University, Manhattan is approximately 5.63 mi, which can typically be travelled in 35 min. Moovit will show you the directions from 5th Ave & W 23rd St to Columbia University by subway, so no matter how you choose to travel in Manhattan – you will always have plenty of easy options.

Public transit stations close to 5th Ave & W 23rd St

5th Ave & W 23rd St is located at 5th Ave & W 23rd St, Manhattan and the nearest public transit station is 23 St.

Subway stations close to 5th Ave & W 23rd St:

  • 23 St
  • 28 St
  • 23 St-Baruch College

Train stations close to 5th Ave & W 23rd St:

  • 23rd Street

Bus stations close to 5th Ave & W 23rd St:

  • W 23rd St & 5th Ave
  • 5th Ave & W 23rd St
  • 5 Av/W 23 St

Public transit stations close to Columbia University, Manhattan

Columbia University is located at West 131st Street, Manhattan and the nearest public transit station is W 125 St/Old Broadway.

Subway stations close to Columbia University:

  • 135 St
  • 125 St
  • 137 St-City College

Bus stations close to Columbia University:

  • W 125 St/Old Broadway
  • Broadway/W 133 St
  • Riverside Dr/Tiemann Pl

Related Routes

Alternative route from 5th Ave & W 23rd St to Columbia University by subway via N and 1

To get from 5th Ave & W 23rd St to Columbia University in Manhattan, take the N subway from 23 St station to Times Sq-42 St station. Next, take the 1 subway from Times Sq-42 St station to 125 St station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 37 min. The ride fare is $3.00.

37min$3.00
Walk to subway station
Subway - N
Subway - 1
Walk to Columbia University
Leaves from 23 St

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to subway station
    Walk to subway station
    23 St
    20 yd • 1 min
  • 2
    Subway - N
    Wait for subway
    N
    Astoria-Ditmars Blvd
  • 3
    Ride to subway station
    Ride to subway station
    Times Sq-42 St
    4 min
  • 4
    Subway - 1
    Wait for subway
    1
    137 St-City College
  • 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

Questions & Answers

  • What is the fastest way to get from 5th Ave & W 23rd St to Columbia University?

    The fastest way takes 35 minutes, using Subway line R, Subway line 1.

  • What is the alternative route to get from 5th Ave & W 23rd St to Columbia University?

    The alternative route takes 37 minutes, using Subway line N, Subway line 1.

  • Is there a direct subway between 5th Ave & W 23rd St and Columbia University in Manhattan?

    No, you’ll have to take 2 subway lines in total. The total travelling time is 35 min.

  • Which subway line goes from 5th Ave & W 23rd St to Columbia University in Manhattan?

    The R subway line goes from 23 St station near 5th Ave & W 23rd St to Forest Hills-71 Av station. From there you’ll have to take one subway line till Forest Hills-71 Av station near Columbia University in Manhattan

  • How long does it take to travel from 5th Ave & W 23rd St to Columbia University in Manhattan by subway?

    The total travel time between 5th Ave & W 23rd St and Columbia University in Manhattan by subway is about 35 min.

  • Where do I get on the subway near 5th Ave & W 23rd St to get to Columbia University in Manhattan?

    Get on the R subway from the 23 St station near 5th Ave & W 23rd St in Manhattan.

  • Where do I get off the subway when travelling between 5th Ave & W 23rd St and Columbia University in Manhattan?

    Get off the subway at the Forest Hills-71 Av station, which is closest to Columbia University in Manhattan.

  • When is the first bus from 5th Ave & W 23rd St to Columbia University in Manhattan?

    The first bus from 5th Ave & W 23rd St to Columbia University in Manhattan is George Washington Bridge - 31 St & 6 Av. It leaves the W 31 St/6 Av stop at 3:17 AM.

  • When is the first train from 5th Ave & W 23rd St to Columbia University in Manhattan?

    The first train from 5th Ave & W 23rd St to Columbia University in Manhattan is Hudson. It leaves the Grand Central station at 8:10 PM.

  • How much is the subway fare from 5th Ave & W 23rd St to Columbia University?

    The ride from 5th Ave & W 23rd St to Columbia University costs $3.00.

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