What is the cheapest way to get from East Rutherford to Columbia University?

The cheapest way to get from East Rutherford to Columbia University is to drive which costs $2 - $4 and takes 19 min.

What is the fastest way to get from East Rutherford to Columbia University?

The fastest way to get from East Rutherford to Columbia University is to taxi which takes 19 min and costs $60 - $75.

Is there a direct train between East Rutherford and Columbia University?

No, there is no direct train from East Rutherford to Columbia University. However, there are services departing from Rutherford and arriving at 116 St-Columbia University via Frank R Lautenberg Secaucus Upper Level and 34 St-Penn Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 52 min.

How far is it from East Rutherford to Columbia University?

The distance between East Rutherford and Columbia University is 15 miles. The road distance is 13.8 miles.

How do I travel from East Rutherford to Columbia University without a car?

The best way to get from East Rutherford to Columbia University without a car is to train and line 1 subway which takes 52 min and costs $7 - $23.

How long does it take to get from East Rutherford to Columbia University?

It takes approximately 52 min to get from East Rutherford to Columbia University, including transfers.

Where do I catch the East Rutherford to Columbia University train from?

East Rutherford to Columbia University train services, operated by NJ Transit, depart from Rutherford station.

Where does the East Rutherford to Columbia University train arrive?

East Rutherford to Columbia University train services, operated by NJ Transit, arrive at Frank R Lautenberg Secaucus Lower Level station.

Can I drive from East Rutherford to Columbia University?

Yes, the driving distance between East Rutherford to Columbia University is 14 miles. It takes approximately 19 min to drive from East Rutherford to Columbia University.

Where can I stay near Columbia University?

There are 3715+ hotels available in Columbia University.

East Rutherford to Columbia University - 4 ways to travel via train

There are 4 ways to get from East Rutherford to Columbia University by train, subway, bus, taxi, or car

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Train, line 1 subway
best
1. Take the train from Rutherford to Frank R Lautenberg Secaucus Lower Leveltrain
2. Take the train from Frank R Lautenberg Secaucus Upper Level to New York Penn Stationtrain Nec / ...
3. Take the subway from 34 St-Penn Station to 116 St-Columbia Universitysubway 1
52 min
$8–22
Drive 13.7 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from East Rutherford to Columbia Universitycar 13.7 mi
19 min
$3–4
Bus, line 1 subway
1. Take the bus from Paterson Ave At Grove St to Port Authority Bus Terminalbus 160 / ...
2. Take the subway from 42 St-Times Square to 116 St-Columbia Universitysubway 1
53 min
$10–24
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from East Rutherford to Columbia Universitytaxi 13.7 mi
19 min
$60–75

East Rutherford to Columbia University by train, subway, and foot

156Weekly Services

52 minAverage Duration

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Distance: 14.7 mi
Duration: 52 min

What companies run services between East Rutherford, NJ, USA and Columbia University, NY, USA?

There is no direct connection from East Rutherford to Columbia University. However, you can take the train to Frank R Lautenberg Secaucus Lower Level, take the train to New York Penn Station, walk to 34 St-Penn Station, take the line 1 subway to 116 St-Columbia University, then walk to Columbia University. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Paterson Ave At Grove St to Columbia University via Port Authority Bus Terminal, 42 St-Times Square, and 116 St-Columbia University in around 53 min.

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