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

The cheapest way to get from Albany to Amherst is to bus which costs $13 - $23 and takes 2h 33m.

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

The fastest way to get from Albany to Amherst is to drive which takes 2h 17m and costs $15 - $22.

Is there a direct bus between Albany and Amherst?

No, there is no direct bus from Albany to Amherst. However, there are services departing from Albany Bus Terminal, NY and arriving at Memorial Drive via Fine Arts Center. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 33m.

How far is it from Albany to Amherst?

The distance between Albany and Amherst is 88 miles. The road distance is 82.9 miles.

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

The best way to get from Albany to Amherst without a car is to bus which takes 2h 33m and costs $13 - $23.

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

It takes approximately 2h 33m to get from Albany to Amherst, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Albany to Amherst bus from?

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

Where does the Albany to Amherst bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Albany to Amherst?

Yes, the driving distance between Albany to Amherst is 83 miles. It takes approximately 2h 17m to drive from Albany to Amherst.

How do I get a bus ticket from Albany to Amherst?

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Where can I stay near Amherst?

There are 36+ hotels available in Amherst.

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There are 3 ways to get from Albany to Amherst by bus (Flixbus), train, bus, 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
2h 33m
$14–23
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 / ...
4h 7m
$36–78
Drive 82.4 mi
1. Drive from Albany to Amherstcar 82.4 mi
2h 17m
$15–22

Albany to Amherst by bus (Flixbus)

5Weekly Buses

2h 33mAverage Duration

$14Cheapest Price

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Distance: 87.8 mi
Duration: 2h 33m

What companies run services between Albany, NY, 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 $12–21 and the journey takes 2h.

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