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Just outside of Columbia’s gates are a subway station and a bus stop. You can get anywhere in New York by using public transportation, and it’s open 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. The subway is cheap and relatively convenient. Although it takes some students awhile to get a hang of it, they all agree that it is easy to get around by public transportation. The bus is also a favorite because it allows people to actually see where they are going. Some students just hate the subway, and they choose to take a cab. A cab is worth the extra expense if you hate lines and want to get somewhere faster, or if you are suffering from a little bit of car envy.
Unlike many schools, Columbia students rely on public transportation and their feet to get around the city. There is nowhere a Columbia student cannot get to by using the MTA system. You can really get anywhere in the city with a Metrocard, as long as you have time, a map, and a couple of bucks—Metrocards are available at any subway station, just two dollars for one trip on the subway or bus.
luciabayly
'15
Art History
Perfect!
Public transportations is very convenient and cheap. Subway and buses are very practical and, if ever in need, taxis are everywhere.
Jan 23, 2012
heasummers
'16
Film and Video Studies
The Subway Is Awesome
Since everything is so close, walking is the best option. The Subway helps to transport students all around New York City. Cabs are also a last minute option.
Nov 28, 2011
shruti1
'14
Bioengineering and Biomedical Engineering
You Can Go Anywhere!
MTA local service (subway, bus, rail) is reliable and well-planned, and goes all through the city. Greyhound and Amtrak, and all the major airline carriers, can get you anywhere in the country in the world.
Sep 10, 2011
For those who cannot follow directions, Columbia has a Web site called www.carsplit.com where students can travel together and split cab fares. Groups have to be created at least a day in advance, so plan ahead.
MTA
Ask attendants at subway stations for maps and schedules.
www.mta.info
Newark
you can fly in and out of town on any airline you want
LaGuardia
JFK
Greyhound
All Greyhound buses leave from Port Authority at Times Square.
Amtrak
Metro-North trains go to upstate New York and Connecticut. Amtrak services the northeast corridor and points west.
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