What is the cheapest way to get from Amherst to Point Pleasant Beach?

The cheapest way to get from Amherst to Point Pleasant Beach is to drive which costs $40 - $60 and takes 4h 28m.

What is the fastest way to get from Amherst to Point Pleasant Beach?

The fastest way to get from Amherst to Point Pleasant Beach is to drive which takes 4h 28m and costs $40 - $60.

Is there a direct bus between Amherst and Point Pleasant Beach?

No, there is no direct bus from Amherst to Point Pleasant Beach. However, there are services departing from Amherst Center and arriving at Point Pleasant, NJ via Port Authority Bus Terminal. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 28m.

Is there a direct train between Amherst and Point Pleasant Beach?

No, there is no direct train from Amherst to Point Pleasant Beach. However, there are services departing from Northampton and arriving at Point Pleasant via New York Penn Station and Long Branch. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 49m.

How far is it from Amherst to Point Pleasant Beach?

The distance between Amherst and Point Pleasant Beach is 286 miles. The road distance is 220 miles.

How do I travel from Amherst to Point Pleasant Beach without a car?

The best way to get from Amherst to Point Pleasant Beach without a car is to bus which takes 7h 28m and costs $70 - $150.

How long does it take to get from Amherst to Point Pleasant Beach?

It takes approximately 7h 28m to get from Amherst to Point Pleasant Beach, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Amherst to Point Pleasant Beach bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Amherst to Point Pleasant Beach train from?

Amherst to Point Pleasant Beach train services, operated by Amtrak, depart from Northampton station.

Train or bus from Amherst to Point Pleasant Beach?

The best way to get from Amherst to Point Pleasant Beach is to bus which takes 7h 28m and costs $70 - $150. Alternatively, you can train, which costs $55 - $150 and takes 9h 49m.

Where does the Amherst to Point Pleasant Beach bus arrive?

Amherst to Point Pleasant Beach bus services, operated by Peter Pan Bus Lines, arrive at New York station.

Where does the Amherst to Point Pleasant Beach train arrive?

Amherst to Point Pleasant Beach train services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at Ny Moynihan Train Hall At Penn Station.

Can I drive from Amherst to Point Pleasant Beach?

Yes, the driving distance between Amherst to Point Pleasant Beach is 220 miles. It takes approximately 4h 28m to drive from Amherst to Point Pleasant Beach.

Where can I stay near Point Pleasant Beach?

There are 380+ hotels available in Point Pleasant Beach.

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There are 5 ways to get from Amherst to Point Pleasant Beach by bus, train, car, bus (Greyhound), or train (Amtrak)

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Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Amherst Center to New Yorkbus Ppb 6853
2. Take the bus from Port Authority Bus Terminal to Point Pleasant, NJbus Shore Points:From PABT
7h 28m
$72–145
Drive 218.7 mi
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1. Drive from Amherst to Point Pleasant Beachcar 218.7 mi
4h 28m
$40–58
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Amherst Center to Springfieldbus
2. Take the train from Springfield to New Haventrain
3. Take the train from New Haven to Ny Moynihan Train Hall At Penn Stationtrain
4. Take the train from New York Penn Station to Long Branchtrain
8h 46m
$47–692
Bus via Lakewood Bus Terminal
1. Take the bus from University of Massachusetts Amherst to Port Authority Bus Terminalbus Greyhound US0256S
2. Take the bus from Port Authority Bus Terminal to Lakewood Bus Terminalbus 139 / ...
9h 19m
$41–98
Train
1. Take the train from Northampton to Ny Moynihan Train Hall At Penn Stationtrain Vermonter
2. Take the train from New York Penn Station to Long Branchtrain Njcl / ...
9h 49m
$55–144

Amherst to Point Pleasant Beach by bus

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7h 28mAverage Duration

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Distance: 284.3 mi
Duration: 7h 28m

What companies run services between Amherst, MA, USA and Point Pleasant Beach, NJ, USA?

You can take a bus from Amherst Center to Point Pleasant, NJ via New York and Port Authority Bus Terminal in around 7h 28m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Amherst College to Point Pleasant via Masonic St / Academy of Music, Northampton, Ny Moynihan Train Hall At Penn Station, New York Penn Station, and Long Branch in around 9h 49m.

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