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Boston, MA to Amherst

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Three ways to Travel from Boston, Ma to Amherst

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Cheapest
By car (146 km)
1 h 46 min
146 km.
from $8
Other
Rideshare
1 h 46 min
146 km.
from $5.55
Train, Bus
4 h 29 min
116 km.
from $25.39

Transport providers

Train operators

Amtrak

Phone:
+1 800-872-7245
Website:
amtrak.com/home.html
Train from Boston to Springfield
Ave. Duration:
2h 24m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$15.29–$89.17

MBTA

Phone:
+1-617-222-3200
Website:
mbta.com
Train from Back Bay to Worcester
Ave. Duration:
1h 30m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$6.11–$16.56

Bus operators

Peter Pan Bus Lines

Phone:
1-800-343-9999
Website:
peterpanbus.com
Bus from South Station, Boston, MA to Amherst
Ave. Duration:
2h
Frequency:
3 times a week
Estimated price:
$6.37–$40.76
Bus from Union Station Garage to Amherst
Ave. Duration:
1h 20m
Frequency:
Once a week
Estimated price:
$6.37–$28.02

PVTA

Phone:
+1 413-781-7882
Website:
pvta.com
Bus from Union Station Garage to Amherst
Ave. Duration:
1h 37m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$1.73

Questions and Answers

What is the cheapest way to get from Boston, MA to Amherst?

The cheapest way to get from Boston, MA to Amherst is to drive which costs $16.30 - $23.91 and takes 1h 45m.

What is the fastest way to get from Boston, MA to Amherst?

The fastest way to get from Boston, MA to Amherst is to drive which takes 1h 45m and costs $16.30 - $23.91 .

Is there a direct bus between Boston, MA and Amherst?

No, there is no direct bus from Boston, MA to Amherst. However, there are services departing from Stuart St @ Dartmouth St and arriving at Amherst Town Commons, Amherst Center, MA via South Station, Boston, MA. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 17m.

How far is it from Boston, MA to Amherst?

The distance between Boston, MA and Amherst is 155 km. The road distance is 146.2 km.

How do I travel from Boston, MA to Amherst without a car?

The best way to get from Boston, MA to Amherst without a car is to bus which takes 3h 17m and costs $7.07 - $39.13 .

How long does it take to get from Boston, MA to Amherst?

It takes approximately 3h 17m to get from Boston, MA to Amherst, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Boston, MA to Amherst bus from?

Boston, MA to Amherst bus services, operated by Peter Pan Bus Lines, depart from South Station, Boston, MA.

Train or bus from Boston, MA to Amherst?

The best way to get from Boston, MA to Amherst is to bus which takes 3h 17m and costs $7.07 - $39.13 . Alternatively, you can train, which costs $15.22 - $81.52 and takes 4h 23m.

Where does the Boston, MA to Amherst bus arrive?

Boston, MA to Amherst bus services, operated by Peter Pan Bus Lines, arrive at Amherst Town Commons, Amherst Center, MA station.

Can I drive from Boston, MA to Amherst?

Yes, the driving distance between Boston, MA to Amherst is 146 km. It takes approximately 1h 45m to drive from Boston, MA to Amherst.

Where can I stay near Amherst?

There are 36+ hotels available in Amherst. Prices start at $76.64 per night.
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