What is the cheapest way to get from Albany–Rensselaer Amtrak Station to Amherst?

The cheapest way to get from Albany–Rensselaer Amtrak Station to Amherst is to bus which costs $14 - $25 and takes 3h 2m.

What is the fastest way to get from Albany–Rensselaer Amtrak Station to Amherst?

The fastest way to get from Albany–Rensselaer Amtrak Station to Amherst is to drive which takes 2h 18m and costs $14 - $22.

Is there a direct bus between Albany–Rensselaer Amtrak Station and Amherst?

No, there is no direct bus from Albany–Rensselaer Amtrak Station 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 3h 2m.

How far is it from Albany–Rensselaer Amtrak Station to Amherst?

The distance between Albany–Rensselaer Amtrak Station and Amherst is 90 miles. The road distance is 81.2 miles.

Where do I catch the Albany–Rensselaer Amtrak Station to Amherst bus from?

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

Where does the Albany–Rensselaer Amtrak Station to Amherst bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Albany–Rensselaer Amtrak Station to Amherst?

Yes, the driving distance between Albany–Rensselaer Amtrak Station to Amherst is 81 miles. It takes approximately 2h 18m to drive from Albany–Rensselaer Amtrak Station to Amherst.

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Albany–Rensselaer Amtrak Station to Amherst

Q: How do I travel from Albany–Rensselaer Amtrak Station to Amherst without a car?

The best way to get from Albany–Rensselaer Amtrak Station to Amherst without a car is to bus which takes 3h 2m and costs $14 - $25.

Q: How long does it take to get from Albany–Rensselaer Amtrak Station to Amherst?

It takes approximately 3h 2m to get from Albany–Rensselaer Amtrak Station to Amherst, including transfers.

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There are 3 ways to get from Albany–Rensselaer Amtrak Station 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
3h 2m
$15–24
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 / ...
4h 7m
$37–81
Drive 80.7 mi
1. Drive from Albany–Rensselaer Amtrak Station to Amherstcar 80.7 mi
2h 18m
$15–22

Albany–Rensselaer Amtrak Station to Amherst by train and bus

7Weekly Services

4h 7mAverage Duration

$37Cheapest Price

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Distance: 89.3 mi
Duration: 3h 2m

What companies run services between Albany–Rensselaer Amtrak Station, NY, USA and Amherst, MA, USA?

Flixbus USA operates a bus from Albany Bus Terminal, NY to University of Massachusetts Amherst once daily. Tickets cost $13–23 and the journey takes 2h.

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