How to get from Lexington Ave & E 86th St to Columbia University by bus and subway?

From Lexington Ave & E 86th St to Columbia University by bus and subway

To get from Lexington Ave & E 86th St to Columbia University in Manhattan, take the 5 subway from 86 St station to 125 St station. Next, take the M125 bus from E 125 St/Lexington Av station to W 125 St/Saint Clair Pl station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 33 min. The ride fare is $3.00. The bus and subway schedule from Lexington Ave & E 86th St may change. We recommend you check the updated bus and subway schedule to Columbia University on the Moovit app.

33min$3.00
Walk to subway station
Subway - 5
Bus - M125M125
Walk to Columbia University
Leaves from 86 St

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to subway station
    Walk to subway station
    86 St
    10 yd • 1 min
  • 2
    Subway - 5
    Wait for subway
    5
    Eastchester-Dyre Av
  • 3
    Ride to subway station
    Ride to subway station
    125 St
    5 min
  • 4
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    E 125 St/Lexington Av
    50 yd • 1 min
  • 5
    Bus - M125M125
    Wait for bus
    M125
    Manhattanville 12 Av Via 125 St
  • 6
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    W 125 St/Saint Clair Pl
    18 min
  • 7
    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 Lexington Ave & E 86th St to Columbia University

The distance between Lexington Ave & E 86th St, Manhattan and Columbia University, Manhattan is approximately 3.56 mi, which can typically be travelled in 33 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Lexington Ave & E 86th St to Columbia University by bus and subway, so no matter how you choose to travel in Manhattan – you will always have plenty of easy options.

Bus And Subway schedule from Lexington Ave & E 86th St to Columbia University

To check the bus and subway schedule from Lexington Ave & E 86th St to Columbia University using the Moovit app, first download and open the app on your smartphone. Enter your starting point (Lexington Ave & E 86th St) and destination (Columbia University), then select the desired date and time of travel. Moovit will show all available bus and subway routes, estimated travel times, and any required transfers. You can view detailed departure and arrival times for each bus and 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 bus and subway schedules.

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Questions & Answers

  • What is the fastest way to get from Lexington Ave & E 86th St to Columbia University?

    The fastest way takes 33 minutes, using Subway line 5, Bus line M125.

  • Is there a direct subway between Lexington Ave & E 86th St and Columbia University in Manhattan?

    No, you’ll have to take one subway line and one bus line in total. The total travelling time is 33 min.

  • Which subway line goes from Lexington Ave & E 86th St to Columbia University in Manhattan?

    The 5 subway line goes from 86 St station near Lexington Ave & E 86th St to 125 St station. From there you’ll have to take one bus line till 125 St station near Columbia University in Manhattan.

  • How long does it take to travel from Lexington Ave & E 86th St to Columbia University in Manhattan by subway and bus?

    The total travel time between Lexington Ave & E 86th St and Columbia University in Manhattan by subway and bus is about 33 min.

  • Where do I get on the subway near Lexington Ave & E 86th St to get to Columbia University in Manhattan?

    Get on the 5 subway from the 86 St station near Lexington Ave & E 86th St in Manhattan.

  • Where do I get off the subway when travelling between Lexington Ave & E 86th St and Columbia University in Manhattan?

    Get off the subway at the 125 St stop, which is closest to Columbia University in Manhattan.

  • When is the last bus from Lexington Ave & E 86th St to Columbia University in Manhattan?

    The last bus from Lexington Ave & E 86th St to Columbia University in Manhattan is the The Cloisters - 32 St line. It leaves the Madison Av/E 86 St stop at 7:20 PM.

  • How much is the subway fare from Lexington Ave & E 86th St to Columbia University?

    The ride from Lexington Ave & E 86th St to Columbia University costs $3.00.

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