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

The cheapest way to get from Amherst to Acton is to drive which costs $12 - $19 and takes 1h 34m.

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

The fastest way to get from Amherst to Acton is to drive which takes 1h 34m and costs $12 - $19.

Is there a direct bus between Amherst and Acton?

No, there is no direct bus from Amherst to Acton. However, there are services departing from Amherst Center and arriving at Acton, MA - Rt. 119 & 2A via Otis St @ Summer St and Boston, MA - Copley Square. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 44m.

How far is it from Amherst to Acton?

The distance between Amherst and Acton is 96 miles. The road distance is 69.8 miles.

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

The best way to get from Amherst to Acton without a car is to bus and train which takes 4h 43m and costs $24 - $45.

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

It takes approximately 4h 43m to get from Amherst to Acton, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Amherst to Acton bus from?

Amherst to Acton bus services, operated by Peter Pan Bus Lines, depart from Amherst Center station.

Where does the Amherst to Acton bus arrive?

Amherst to Acton bus services, operated by Peter Pan Bus Lines, arrive at Boston station.

Can I drive from Amherst to Acton?

Yes, the driving distance between Amherst to Acton is 70 miles. It takes approximately 1h 34m to drive from Amherst to Acton.

Where can I stay near Acton?

There are 135+ hotels available in Acton.

Amherst to Acton - 3 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 3 ways to get from Amherst to Acton by bus, train, or car

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Bus, train
best
1. Take the bus from University of Massachusetts Amherst to Fitchburg MAbus Greyhound US0256S
2. Take the train from Fitchburg to South Actontrain Fitchburg Line
4h 43m
$25–44
Drive 69.4 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Amherst to Actoncar 69.4 mi
1h 34m
$13–19
Bus
1. Take the bus from Amherst Center to Bostonbus Ppb 6250 / ...
2. Take the bus from Boston, MA - Copley Square to Acton, MA - Rt. 119 & 2Abus Acton/Concord Commuter
4h 44m
$33–63

Amherst to Acton by bus and foot

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4h 44mAverage Duration

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Distance: 95.2 mi
Duration: 4h 43m

What companies run services between Amherst, MA, USA and Acton, MA, USA?

You can take a bus from Amherst Center to Acton, MA - Rt. 119 & 2A via Boston, Otis St @ Summer St, Saint James Ave @ Dartmouth St, and Boston, MA - Copley Square in around 4h 44m.

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