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Two ways to Travel from Washington to Amherst

Composite routes from Washington to Amherst

Cheapest
46 h 38 min
Car
4698 km.
from $258

Transport providers

Airlines

United Airlines

Website:
united.com/
Plane from Washington Dulles International Airport to Charlottesville
Ave. Duration:
54 min
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$318.92–$459.25

Train operators

Amtrak

Phone:
+1 800-872-7245
Website:
amtrak.com/home.html
Train from Washington Union Station to Lynchburg
Ave. Duration:
3h 30m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$24.24–$114.81

Amtrak Northeast Regional

Phone:
+1 800-872-7245
Website:
amtrak.com/home.html
Train from Washington Union Station to Lynchburg
Ave. Duration:
3h 43m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$31.89–$255.14

Washington Metropolitan Area Transit Authority

Phone:
+1 202 466 3876
Website:
wmata.com
Train from Mcpherson Square, Blue/Orange/Silver Line Track 2 Platform to Washington
Ave. Duration:
51 min
Frequency:
Every 15 minutes
Estimated price:
$4.46–$7.02

Bus operators

Virginia Breeze

Phone:
+1-800-827-3490
Email:
Website:
virginiabreeze.drpt.virginia.gov
Bus from Washington Union Station to 171
Ave. Duration:
4h 5m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$35.72–$43.37
Bus from Barracks Road Shopping Center to 171
Ave. Duration:
1h
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$20.41–$25.51
Bus from Washington Union Station to Barracks
Ave. Duration:
3h 5m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$30.62–$36.99

Megabus

Phone:
+1-877-462-6342
Email:
Website:
us.megabus.com
Bus from Washington Union Station to 171
Ave. Duration:
4h 5m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$10.21–$53.58

Questions and Answers

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

The cheapest way to get from Washington to Amherst is to bus which costs $8.70 - $45.65 and takes 4h 5m.

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

The fastest way to get from Washington to Amherst is to drive which takes 3h 13m and costs $29.35 - $43.48 .

Is there a direct bus between Washington and Amherst?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Washington Union Station station and arriving at 171 S. Main St - Vintage Shoppes of Amherst. Services depart once daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 4h 5m.

How far is it from Washington to Amherst?

The distance between Washington and Amherst is 287 km. The road distance is 263.9 km.

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

The best way to get from Washington to Amherst without a car is to bus which takes 4h 5m and costs $8.70 - $45.65 .

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

The bus from Washington Union Station to 171 S. Main St - Vintage Shoppes of Amherst takes 4h 5m including transfers and departs once daily.

Where do I catch the Washington to Amherst bus from?

Washington to Amherst bus services, operated by Megabus, depart from Washington Union Station.

Train or bus from Washington to Amherst?

The best way to get from Washington to Amherst is to bus which takes 4h 5m and costs $8.70 - $45.65 . Alternatively, you can train, which costs $29.35 - $228.26 and takes 5h 8m.

Where does the Washington to Amherst bus arrive?

Washington to Amherst bus services, operated by Megabus, arrive at 171 S. Main St - Vintage Shoppes of Amherst station.

What is the time difference between Washington and Amherst?

It is currently 06:24 at both, Washington and Amherst.

Can I drive from Washington to Amherst?

Yes, the driving distance between Washington to Amherst is 264 km. It takes approximately 3h 13m to drive from Washington 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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