What is the cheapest way to get from Amherst to Princeton University?

The cheapest way to get from Amherst to Princeton University is to drive which costs $35 - $55 and takes 4h 17m.

What is the fastest way to get from Amherst to Princeton University?

The fastest way to get from Amherst to Princeton University is to drive which takes 4h 17m and costs $35 - $55.

Is there a direct bus between Amherst and Princeton University?

No, there is no direct bus from Amherst to Princeton University. However, there are services departing from Amherst Common and arriving at Nassau St & Witherspoon St - Palmer Square via University of Massachusetts Amherst and Port Authority Bus Terminal. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 19m.

Is there a direct train between Amherst and Princeton University?

No, there is no direct train from Amherst to Princeton University. However, there are services departing from Northampton and arriving at Princeton via New York Penn Station and Princeton Jct.. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 20m.

How far is it from Amherst to Princeton University?

The distance between Amherst and Princeton University is 214 miles. The road distance is 207.4 miles.

How do I travel from Amherst to Princeton University without a car?

The best way to get from Amherst to Princeton University without a car is to train which takes 6h 20m and costs $70 - $170.

How long does it take to get from Amherst to Princeton University?

It takes approximately 6h 20m to get from Amherst to Princeton University, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Amherst to Princeton University bus from?

Amherst to Princeton University bus services, operated by Greyhound USA, depart from University of Massachusetts Amherst station.

Where do I catch the Amherst to Princeton University train from?

Amherst to Princeton University train services, operated by Amtrak, depart from Northampton station.

Train or bus from Amherst to Princeton University?

The best way to get from Amherst to Princeton University is to train which takes 6h 20m and costs $70 - $170. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $40 - $95 and takes 8h 19m.

Where does the Amherst to Princeton University bus arrive?

Amherst to Princeton University bus services, operated by Greyhound USA, arrive at Port Authority Bus Terminal station.

Where does the Amherst to Princeton University train arrive?

Amherst to Princeton University train services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at Ny Moynihan Train Hall At Penn Station.

Can I drive from Amherst to Princeton University?

Yes, the driving distance between Amherst to Princeton University is 207 miles. It takes approximately 4h 17m to drive from Amherst to Princeton University.

Where can I stay near Princeton University?

There are 158+ hotels available in Princeton University.

Amherst to Princeton University - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from Amherst to Princeton University by train (Amtrak), bus, train, car, or bus (Greyhound)

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Train
best
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 Princeton Jct.train Nec
6h 20m
$71–166
Bus, train
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1. Take the bus from Springfield Union Station to New York Midtownbus FlixBus N2605 / ...
2. Take the train from New York Penn Station to Princeton Jct.train Nec
7h 39m
$28–74
Drive 206.2 mi
1. Drive from Amherst to Princeton Universitycar 206.2 mi
4h 17m
$38–55
Bus
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 Nassau St & Witherspoon St - Palmer Squarebus Suburban Transit
8h 19m
$42–92

Amherst to Princeton University by bus, train, and foot

19Weekly Services

7h 39mAverage Duration

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Distance: 212.7 mi
Duration: 6h 20m

What companies run services between Amherst, MA, USA and Princeton University, NJ, USA?

You can take a vehicle from Amherst to Princeton University via Northampton, Ny Moynihan Train Hall At Penn Station, New York Penn Station, Princeton Jct., and Princeton in around 6h 20m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Amherst Common to Princeton University via Studio Arts Building, University of Massachusetts Amherst, Port Authority Bus Terminal, and Nassau St & Witherspoon St - Palmer Square in around 8h 19m.

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