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How to get fromAmherst to Franklinby bus, train, or car

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

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  1. Bus, train

    best
    1. Take the bus from Amherst Center to Bostonbus bus Ppb 6250 / ...
    2. Take the train from South Station to Franklintrain train Franklin/Foxboro Line
    4h 3m
    $25–57

  2. Drive 79.9 mi

    cheapest
    1. Drive from Amherst to Franklincar car 79.9 mi
    1h 38m
    $15–22

  3. Bus, train via Springfield

    1. Take the bus from Amherst Center to Springfieldbus bus
    2. Take the train from Springfield to Bostontrain train
    3. Take the train from Back Bay to Franklintrain train
    5h 53m
    $40–89

Amherst to Franklin by bus and train

Calendar3Weekly Services
Duration4h 3mAverage Duration
Ticket$25Cheapest Price
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  • Distance: 118.8 mi
  • Duration: 4h 3m

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

There is no direct connection from Amherst to Franklin. However, you can take the bus to Boston, walk to South Station, then take the train to Franklin. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Amherst Center to Franklin via Springfield, Springfield, Boston, and Back Bay in around 5h 53m.

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