What is the cheapest way to get from Amherst College to Providence?

The cheapest way to get from Amherst College to Providence is to bus which costs $13 - $22 and takes 3h 36m.

What is the fastest way to get from Amherst College to Providence?

The fastest way to get from Amherst College to Providence is to drive which takes 2h 5m and costs $14 - $21.

Is there a direct bus between Amherst College and Providence?

No, there is no direct bus from Amherst College to Providence. However, there are services departing from Amherst Common and arriving at Providence via Worcester Union Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 36m.

Is there a direct train between Amherst College and Providence?

No, there is no direct train from Amherst College to Providence. However, there are services departing from Northampton and arriving at Providence via New Haven. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 21m.

How far is it from Amherst College to Providence?

The distance between Amherst College and Providence is 87 miles. The road distance is 77.9 miles.

How do I travel from Amherst College to Providence without a car?

The best way to get from Amherst College to Providence without a car is to bus which takes 3h 36m and costs $13 - $22.

How long does it take to get from Amherst College to Providence?

It takes approximately 3h 36m to get from Amherst College to Providence, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Amherst College to Providence bus from?

Amherst College to Providence bus services, operated by PVTA, depart from Amherst Common station.

Where do I catch the Amherst College to Providence train from?

Amherst College to Providence train services, operated by Amtrak, depart from Northampton station.

Train or bus from Amherst College to Providence?

The best way to get from Amherst College to Providence is to bus which takes 3h 36m and costs $13 - $22. Alternatively, you can train, which costs $75 - $750 and takes 5h 21m.

Where does the Amherst College to Providence bus arrive?

Amherst College to Providence bus services, operated by PVTA, arrive at Union Station Garage - Worcester.

Where does the Amherst College to Providence train arrive?

Amherst College to Providence train services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at New Haven station.

Can I drive from Amherst College to Providence?

Yes, the driving distance between Amherst College to Providence is 78 miles. It takes approximately 2h 5m to drive from Amherst College to Providence.

Where can I stay near Providence?

There are 193+ hotels available in Providence.

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There are 3 ways to get from Amherst College to Providence by bus (Amtrak), train (Amtrak), or car

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1. Take the bus from Amherst Common to Union Station Garage - Worcesterbus B79
2. Take the bus from Worcester Union Station to Providencebus Amtrak Thruway Connecting Service
3h 36m
$14–22
Train (Amtrak)
1. Take the train from Northampton to New Haventrain Valley Flyer / ...
2. Take the train from New Haven to Providencetrain Northeast Regional
5h 21m
$75–732
Drive 77.4 mi
1. Drive from Amherst College to Providencecar 77.4 mi
2h 5m
$15–21

Amherst College to Providence by foot and bus

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Distance: 86.9 mi
Duration: 3h 36m

What companies run services between Amherst College, MA, USA and Providence, RI, USA?

You can take a vehicle from Amherst College to Providence via Amherst Common, Union Station Garage - Worcester, and Worcester Union Station in around 3h 36m. Alternatively, you can take a vehicle from Amherst College to Providence via Northampton and New Haven in around 5h 21m.

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