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How to Travel from

Philadelphia to Amherst

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Transport providers

Airlines

American Airlines

Website:
aa.com/
Plane from Philadelphia International Airport to Roanoke
Ave. Duration:
1h 28m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$319.32–$894.09
Plane from Philadelphia International Airport to Richmond
Ave. Duration:
1h 9m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$281.00–$625.86
Plane from Philadelphia International Airport to Ronald
Ave. Duration:
1h 3m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$268.23–$613.09

United Airlines

Website:
united.com/
Plane from Philadelphia International Airport to Washington
Ave. Duration:
1h 6m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$140.50–$510.91
Plane from Philadelphia International Airport to Roanoke
Ave. Duration:
3h 30m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$217.14–$766.36
Plane from Washington Dulles International Airport to Charlottesville
Ave. Duration:
54 min
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$319.32–$459.82
Plane from Philadelphia International Airport to Richmond
Ave. Duration:
3h 5m
Frequency:
Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, and Sunday
Estimated price:
$293.77–$638.63

Train operators

Amtrak

Phone:
+1 800-872-7245
Website:
amtrak.com/home.html
Train from 30th Street Station to Washington
Ave. Duration:
1h 55m
Frequency:
Every 4 hours
Estimated price:
$19.16–$102.18
Train from Washington Union Station to Lynchburg
Ave. Duration:
3h 30m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$24.27–$114.95
Train from Alexandria to Lynchburg
Ave. Duration:
3h 11m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$22.99–$108.57
Bus from Richmond Main Street Amtrak Station to Charlottesville
Ave. Duration:
2h
Frequency:
3 times a week

Amtrak Northeast Regional

Phone:
+1 800-872-7245
Website:
amtrak.com/home.html
Train from 30th Street Station to Washington
Ave. Duration:
1h 56m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$26.82–$242.68
Train from Washington Union Station to Lynchburg
Ave. Duration:
3h 43m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$31.93–$255.45
Train from Alexandria to Lynchburg
Ave. Duration:
3h 23m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$30.65–$242.68

Amtrak Acela

Phone:
+1 800-872-7245
Website:
amtrak.com/home.html
Train from 30th Street Station to Washington
Ave. Duration:
1h 43m
Frequency:
Every 2 hours
Estimated price:
$40.87–$485.36

Washington Metropolitan Area Transit Authority

Phone:
+1 202 466 3876
Website:
wmata.com
Train from Metro Center, Blue/Orange/Silver Line Center Platform to Washington
Ave. Duration:
53 min
Frequency:
Every 15 minutes
Estimated price:
$4.60–$7.02

Bus operators

Greyhound USA

Phone:
+1 214-849-8100
Website:
greyhound.com/
Bus from Philadelphia to Washington
Ave. Duration:
3h 20m
Frequency:
5 times a day
Estimated price:
$10.86–$108.57
Bus from Roanoke Bus Stop to Lynchburg
Ave. Duration:
1h 5m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$4.34–$76.64

Flixbus USA

Phone:
+1 (855) 626-8585
Website:
flixbus.com
Bus from Philadelphia to Washington
Ave. Duration:
2h 50m
Frequency:
Every 4 hours
Estimated price:
$15.33–$63.86

Peter Pan Bus Lines

Phone:
1-800-343-9999
Website:
peterpanbus.com
Bus from 520 N Christopher Columbus Blvd., Philadelphia, PA to Union
Ave. Duration:
3h
Frequency:
3 times a day
Estimated price:
$6.39–$54.92

Virginia Breeze

Phone:
+1-800-827-3490
Website:
virginiabreeze.drpt.virginia.gov
Bus from Washington Union Station to 171
Ave. Duration:
4h 5m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$35.76–$43.43
Bus from Dulles International Airport to 171
Ave. Duration:
3h 20m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$31.93–$39.60
Bus from Washington Union Station to Barracks
Ave. Duration:
3h 5m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$30.65–$37.04
Bus from Barracks Road Shopping Center to 171
Ave. Duration:
1h
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$20.44–$25.55

Megabus

Phone:
+1-877-462-6342
Website:
us.megabus.com
Bus from Washington Union Station to 171
Ave. Duration:
4h 5m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$10.22–$53.65
Bus from Dulles International Airport to 171
Ave. Duration:
3h 20m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$10.22–$47.26
Bus from Alderman Rd / Floyd Dr - Charlottesville to 171
Ave. Duration:
1h
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$10.22–$26.82

Questions and Answers

What is the cheapest way to get from Philadelphia to Amherst?

The cheapest way to get from Philadelphia to Amherst is to drive which costs $53.26 - $81.52 and takes 5h 42m.

What is the fastest way to get from Philadelphia to Amherst?

The fastest way to get from Philadelphia to Amherst is to drive which takes 5h 42m and costs $53.26 - $81.52 .

Is there a direct bus between Philadelphia and Amherst?

No, there is no direct bus from Philadelphia to Amherst. However, there are services departing from Philadelphia and arriving at 171 S. Main St - Vintage Shoppes of Amherst via Washington Union Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 55m.

How far is it from Philadelphia to Amherst?

The distance between Philadelphia and Amherst is 503 km. The road distance is 482.3 km.

How do I travel from Philadelphia to Amherst without a car?

The best way to get from Philadelphia to Amherst without a car is to train and bus which takes 7h 1m and costs $25 - $456.52 .

How long does it take to get from Philadelphia to Amherst?

It takes approximately 7h 1m to get from Philadelphia to Amherst, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Philadelphia to Amherst bus from?

Philadelphia to Amherst bus services, operated by Flixbus USA, depart from Philadelphia station.

Train or bus from Philadelphia to Amherst?

The best way to get from Philadelphia to Amherst is to train which takes 8h 4m and costs $45.65 - $652.17 . Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $17.39 - $141.30 and takes 7h 55m.

Where does the Philadelphia to Amherst bus arrive?

Philadelphia to Amherst bus services, operated by Flixbus USA, arrive at Washington Union Station.

Can I drive from Philadelphia to Amherst?

Yes, the driving distance between Philadelphia to Amherst is 482 km. It takes approximately 5h 42m to drive from Philadelphia to Amherst.

Where can I stay near Amherst?

There are 37+ hotels available in Amherst. Prices start at $66.82 per night.
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