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How to get fromAmherst to Rockportby bus, train, or car

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There are 4 ways to get from Amherst to Rockport by bus, train, or car

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  1. Bus, train

    best
    1. Take the bus from Amherst Center to Bostonbus bus Ppb 6250 / ...
    2. Take the train from Chelsea to Rockporttrain train Newburyport/Rockport Line
    4h 38m
    $25–62

  2. Drive 120.3 mi

    cheapest
    1. Drive from Amherst to Rockportcar car 120.3 mi
    2h 39m
    $22–32

  3. Bus, train via Springfield

    1. Take the bus from Amherst Center to Springfieldbus bus
    2. Take the train from Springfield to Bostontrain train
    3. Take the train from North Station to Rockporttrain train
    6h 30m
    $44–94

  4. Bus, train, line 8 bus

    1. Take the bus from Amherst Center to Bostonbus bus
    2. Take the bus from South Station to Chelseabus bus Sl3
    3. Take the train from Chelsea to Beverlytrain train
    4. Take the bus from Commuter Rail Station - Beverly to Train Station - Rockportbus bus 8 / ...
    4h 58m
    $23–61

Amherst to Rockport by bus, foot, and train

Calendar3Weekly Services
Duration4h 38mAverage Duration
Ticket$25Cheapest Price
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  • Distance: 130.2 mi
  • Duration: 4h 38m

What companies run services between Amherst, MA, USA and Rockport, MA, USA?

There is no direct connection from Amherst to Rockport. However, you can take the bus to Boston, walk to South Station, take the bus to Chelsea, walk to Chelsea, then take the train to Rockport. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Amherst Center to Rockport via Springfield, Springfield, Boston, Back Bay, North Station, and North Station in around 6h 30m.

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