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

The cheapest way to get from Amherst to Hamden is to drive which costs $14 - $21 and takes 1h 41m.

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

The fastest way to get from Amherst to Hamden is to drive which takes 1h 41m and costs $14 - $21.

Is there a direct bus between Amherst and Hamden?

No, there is no direct bus from Amherst to Hamden. However, there are services departing from Amherst Common and arriving at Whitney Ave @ Pinewood Rd via University of Massachusetts Amherst and Church St @ Chapel St. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 35m.

How far is it from Amherst to Hamden?

The distance between Amherst and Hamden is 80 miles. The road distance is 77.5 miles.

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

The best way to get from Amherst to Hamden without a car is to bus and train which takes 3h 29m and costs $22 - $55.

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

It takes approximately 3h 29m to get from Amherst to Hamden, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Amherst to Hamden bus from?

Amherst to Hamden bus services, operated by Greyhound-us, depart from University of Massachusetts Amherst station.

Where does the Amherst to Hamden bus arrive?

Amherst to Hamden bus services, operated by Greyhound-us, arrive at New Haven Bus Stop station.

Can I drive from Amherst to Hamden?

Yes, the driving distance between Amherst to Hamden is 78 miles. It takes approximately 1h 41m to drive from Amherst to Hamden.

Where can I stay near Hamden?

There are 225+ hotels available in Hamden.

Amherst to Hamden - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 5 ways to get from Amherst to Hamden by bus, train, bus (Greyhound), or car

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Bus, train
best
1. Take the bus from Amherst Center to Springfieldbus Ppb 6526 / ...
2. Take the train from Springfield to Wallingford Amtraktrain Amtrak Hartford Line / ...
3h 29m
$23–52
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from University of Massachusetts Amherst to New Haven Bus Stopbus Greyhound US0256S
4h 35m
$15–30
Drive 77.1 mi
1. Drive from Amherst to Hamdencar 77.1 mi
1h 41m
$15–21
Bus, train via Academy of Music
1. Take the bus from Amherst College to Masonic St / Academy of Musicbus B43
2. Take the train from Springfield to Meridentrain Amtrak Hartford Line / ...
5h 5m
$17–36
Bus, train #2
1. Take the bus from Amherst College to Masonic St / Academy of Musicbus B43
2. Take the train from Northampton to New Haventrain Valley Flyer
5h 37m
$27–60

Amherst to Hamden by bus and train

48Weekly Services

3h 29mAverage Duration

$23Cheapest Price

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Distance: 79.9 mi
Duration: 3h 29m

What companies run services between Amherst, MA, USA and Hamden, CT, USA?

Greyhound-us operates a bus from University of Massachusetts Amherst to New Haven Bus Stop 5 times a week, and the journey takes 2h 20m. Greyhound USA also services this route 5 times a week.

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