What is the cheapest way to get from Amherst to New Paltz?

The cheapest way to get from Amherst to New Paltz is to drive which costs $21 - $35 and takes 3h 17m.

What is the fastest way to get from Amherst to New Paltz?

The fastest way to get from Amherst to New Paltz is to drive which takes 3h 17m and costs $21 - $35.

Is there a direct bus between Amherst and New Paltz?

No, there is no direct bus from Amherst to New Paltz. However, there are services departing from Amherst Common and arriving at New Paltz via University of Massachusetts Amherst and Albany. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 36m.

How far is it from Amherst to New Paltz?

The distance between Amherst and New Paltz is 158 miles. The road distance is 119.2 miles.

How do I travel from Amherst to New Paltz without a car?

The best way to get from Amherst to New Paltz without a car is to bus which takes 5h 36m and costs $30 - $70.

How long does it take to get from Amherst to New Paltz?

It takes approximately 5h 36m to get from Amherst to New Paltz, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Amherst to New Paltz bus from?

Amherst to New Paltz bus services, operated by Flixbus USA, depart from University of Massachusetts Amherst station.

Where does the Amherst to New Paltz bus arrive?

Amherst to New Paltz bus services, operated by Flixbus USA, arrive at Albany Bus Terminal, NY station.

Can I drive from Amherst to New Paltz?

Yes, the driving distance between Amherst to New Paltz is 119 miles. It takes approximately 3h 17m to drive from Amherst to New Paltz.

Where can I stay near New Paltz?

There are 128+ hotels available in New Paltz.

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

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There are 3 ways to get from Amherst to New Paltz by bus (Flixbus), bus, train, or car

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best
1. Take the bus from University of Massachusetts Amherst to Albany Bus Terminal, NYbus FlixBus 2693
2. Take the bus from Albany to New Paltzbus Adt A411 / ...
5h 36m
$32–70
Drive 118.5 mi
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1. Drive from Amherst to New Paltzcar 118.5 mi
3h 17m
$22–32
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Main St / Masonic St to Pittsfield ITCbus 904
2. Take the train from Pittsfield Amtrak Station to Poughkeepsie Amtrak Stationtrain Berkshire Flyer
8h 57m
$38–84

Amherst to New Paltz by bus

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5h 36mAverage Duration

$32Cheapest Price

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Distance: 156.8 mi
Duration: 5h 36m

What companies run services between Amherst, MA, USA and New Paltz, NY, USA?

You can take a bus from Amherst Common to New Paltz via Studio Arts Building, University of Massachusetts Amherst, Albany Bus Terminal, NY, and Albany in around 5h 36m.

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