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

The cheapest way to get from Amherst to Meriden is to drive which costs $11 - $17 and takes 1h 29m.

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

The fastest way to get from Amherst to Meriden is to drive which takes 1h 29m and costs $11 - $17.

Is there a direct bus between Amherst and Meriden?

No, there is no direct bus from Amherst to Meriden. However, there are services departing from Amherst Center and arriving at State St @ Meriden Transit Center via Spruce St @ Union Station Bus Terminal. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 5m.

How far is it from Amherst to Meriden?

The distance between Amherst and Meriden is 70 miles. The road distance is 63.6 miles.

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

The best way to get from Amherst to Meriden without a car is to bus and train which takes 2h 39m and costs $17 - $40.

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

It takes approximately 2h 39m to get from Amherst to Meriden, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Amherst to Meriden bus from?

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

Where does the Amherst to Meriden bus arrive?

Amherst to Meriden bus services, operated by Peter Pan Bus Lines, arrive at Hartford station.

Can I drive from Amherst to Meriden?

Yes, the driving distance between Amherst to Meriden is 64 miles. It takes approximately 1h 29m to drive from Amherst to Meriden.

Where can I stay near Meriden?

There are 151+ hotels available in Meriden.

Amherst to Meriden - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, line 950 bus, and car

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There are 5 ways to get from Amherst to Meriden by bus, train, 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 Meridentrain Amtrak Hartford Line / ...
2h 39m
$17–38
Drive 63.3 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Amherst to Meridencar 63.3 mi
1h 29m
$12–17
Bus, line 950 bus
1. Take the bus from Amherst Center to Hartfordbus Ppb 6853
2. Take the bus from Spruce St @ Union Station Bus Terminal to State St @ Meriden Transit Centerbus 950
3h 5m
$14–28
Bus, train via Academy of Music
1. Take the bus from Amherst College to Main / Masonicbus B43
2. Take the bus from Academy of Music to Union Station Bay 10bus
3. Take the train from Springfield to Meridentrain
3h 34m
$13–30
Bus, train #2
1. Take the bus from Amherst College to Main / Masonicbus B43 / ...
2. Take the train from Northampton to Meridentrain Valley Flyer / ...
3h 59m
$17–42

Amherst to Meriden by bus and train

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2h 39mAverage Duration

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Distance: 69.9 mi
Duration: 2h 39m

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

You can take a bus from Amherst Center to State St @ Meriden Transit Center via Hartford and Spruce St @ Union Station Bus Terminal in around 3h 5m.

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