What is the cheapest way to get from Amherst to Rhode Island?

The cheapest way to get from Amherst to Rhode Island is to drive which costs $14 - $21 and takes 2h 6m.

What is the fastest way to get from Amherst to Rhode Island?

The fastest way to get from Amherst to Rhode Island is to drive which takes 2h 6m and costs $14 - $21.

Is there a direct bus between Amherst and Rhode Island?

No, there is no direct bus from Amherst to Rhode Island. However, there are services departing from Amherst Common and arriving at Providence via Worcester Union Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 29m.

How far is it from Amherst to Rhode Island?

The distance between Amherst and Rhode Island is 136 miles. The road distance is 78.4 miles.

How do I travel from Amherst to Rhode Island without a car?

The best way to get from Amherst to Rhode Island without a car is to bus and train which takes 3h 4m and costs $28 - $650.

How long does it take to get from Amherst to Rhode Island?

It takes approximately 3h 4m to get from Amherst to Rhode Island, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Amherst to Rhode Island bus from?

Amherst to Rhode Island bus services, operated by PVTA, depart from Amherst Common station.

Where does the Amherst to Rhode Island bus arrive?

Amherst to Rhode Island bus services, operated by PVTA, arrive at Union Station Garage - Worcester.

Can I drive from Amherst to Rhode Island?

Yes, the driving distance between Amherst to Rhode Island is 78 miles. It takes approximately 2h 6m to drive from Amherst to Rhode Island.

Where can I stay near Rhode Island?

There are 208+ hotels available in Rhode Island.

Amherst to Rhode Island - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from Amherst to Rhode Island by bus, train, car, or bus (Amtrak)

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Bus, train
best
1. Take the bus from Amherst Center to Bostonbus Ppb 6250 / ...
2. Take the train from Boston to Providencetrain Northeast Regional
3h 4m
$28–649
Drive 78 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Amherst to Providencecar 78 mi
2h 6m
$15–21
Bus via Worcester
1. Take the bus from Amherst Common to Union Station Garage - Worcesterbus B79
2. Take the bus from Worcester Union Station to Providencebus Amtrak Thruway Connecting Service
3h 29m
$23–44
Bus
1. Take the bus from Amherst Center to Springfieldbus Ppb 6526 / ...
2. Take the bus from Springfield to Providencebus Bz 1412
4h 28m

Amherst to Rhode Island by bus, foot, and train

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3h 4mAverage Duration

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Distance: 135.2 mi
Duration: 3h 4m

What companies run services between Amherst, MA, USA and Rhode Island, USA?

You can take a bus from Amherst Common to Providence via Union Station Garage - Worcester and Worcester Union Station in around 3h 29m.

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