What is the cheapest way to get from Albany Airport (ALB) to Amherst?

The cheapest way to get from Albany Airport (ALB) to Amherst is to bus which costs $17 - $28 and takes 4h 15m.

What is the fastest way to get from Albany Airport (ALB) to Amherst?

The fastest way to get from Albany Airport (ALB) to Amherst is to drive which takes 2h 27m and costs $16 - $24.

Is there a direct bus between Albany Airport (ALB) and Amherst?

No, there is no direct bus from Albany Airport (ALB) to Amherst. However, there are services departing from Albany International Airport and arriving at Memorial Drive via Colonie Station - Central Ave & Northway Mall, Albany Bus Terminal, NY and Fine Arts Center. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 15m.

How far is it from Albany Airport (ALB) to Amherst?

The distance between Albany Airport (ALB) and Amherst is 100 miles. The road distance is 89.2 miles.

How do I travel from Albany Airport (ALB) to Amherst without a car?

The best way to get from Albany Airport (ALB) to Amherst without a car is to bus which takes 4h 15m and costs $17 - $28.

How long does it take to get from Albany Airport (ALB) to Amherst?

It takes approximately 4h 15m to get from Albany Airport (ALB) to Amherst, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Albany Airport (ALB) to Amherst bus from?

Albany Airport (ALB) to Amherst bus services, operated by Flixbus USA, depart from Albany Bus Terminal, NY station.

Where does the Albany Airport (ALB) to Amherst bus arrive?

Albany Airport (ALB) to Amherst bus services, operated by Flixbus USA, arrive at University of Massachusetts Amherst station.

Can I drive from Albany Airport (ALB) to Amherst?

Yes, the driving distance between Albany Airport (ALB) to Amherst is 89 miles. It takes approximately 2h 27m to drive from Albany Airport (ALB) to Amherst.

Where can I stay near Amherst?

There are 36+ hotels available in Amherst.

Can I share a ride from Albany Airport (ALB) to Amherst?

Check out Blablacar's carpooling service for rideshare options between Albany Airport (ALB) and Amherst. A great option if you don't have a driver's licence or want to avoid public transport.

Albany Airport (ALB) to Amherst - 4 ways to travel via train, and bus

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There are 4 ways to get from Albany Airport (ALB) to Amherst by bus (Flixbus), train, bus, rideshare, or car

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Bus (Flixbus)
best
1. Take the bus from Albany Bus Terminal, NY to University of Massachusetts Amherstbus FlixBus 2693
4h 15m
$18–28
Drive 88.7 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Albany Airport (ALB) to Amherstcar 88.7 mi
2h 27m
$17–24
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Albany-Rensselaer Amtrak Station to Springfieldtrain Lake Shore Limited
2. Take the bus from Springfield to Amherst Centerbus Ppb 6509 / ...
5h 47m
$37–86
Airport Transfer
1. Take the rideshare from Albany-ALB to Amherstrideshare 88.7 mi
2h 27m

Albany Airport (ALB) to Amherst by bus (Flixbus)

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4h 15mAverage Duration

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Distance: 99 mi
Duration: 4h 15m

What companies run services between Albany Airport (ALB), USA and Amherst, MA, USA?

Flixbus USA operates a bus from Albany Bus Terminal, NY to University of Massachusetts Amherst 5 times a week. Tickets cost $13–22 and the journey takes 2h.

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