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Boston to Amherst trains

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Trip Overview

The train between Boston and Amherst takes 2d 18h. The train runs, on average, 2 times per week from Boston to Amherst. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.

2d 18h
Duration
2,098 km
Distance
$1,316
Average price
Twice a week
Frequency

Boston to Amherst train times

Trains run twice a week between Boston and Amherst. The service departs Boston at 7:47 PM in the evening, which arrives into Amherst at 14:55:00. All services require a transfer at Ny Moynihan Train Hall At Penn Station and take an average of 2d 18h. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Friday, November 6, 2026

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    Arrives +3 days

    AmtrakAmtrakVIA Rail2d 18h • 2 changes

Departing Monday, November 9, 2026

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    Arrives +3 days

    AmtrakAmtrakVIA Rail2d 18h • 2 changes

Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from Boston to Amherst? We have put together a list of the most frequently asked questions from our users such as: What is the cheapest mode of transport? What is the quickest option? How much do tickets usually cost? and many more.

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  • Distance: 2,097.6 km
  • Duration: 2d 18h

What companies run services between Boston, MA, USA and Amherst, NS, Canada?

You can take a train from Boston to Amherst via Ny Moynihan Train Hall At Penn Station and Saint-Lambert in around 36h 50m.

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