What is the cheapest way to get from Amherst to Salem?

The cheapest way to get from Amherst to Salem is to drive which costs $17 - $25 and takes 2h.

What is the fastest way to get from Amherst to Salem?

The fastest way to get from Amherst to Salem is to drive which takes 2h and costs $17 - $25.

Is there a direct bus between Amherst and Salem?

No, there is no direct bus from Amherst to Salem. However, there are services departing from Amherst Center and arriving at Salem, NH-exit 2 via Boston South Buses. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 2m.

How far is it from Amherst to Salem?

The distance between Amherst and Salem is 128 miles. The road distance is 94.9 miles.

How do I travel from Amherst to Salem without a car?

The best way to get from Amherst to Salem without a car is to bus via Boston which takes 4h 2m and costs $50 - $95.

How long does it take to get from Amherst to Salem?

It takes approximately 4h 2m to get from Amherst to Salem, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Amherst to Salem bus from?

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

Where does the Amherst to Salem bus arrive?

Amherst to Salem bus services, operated by Peter Pan Bus Lines, arrive at Boston station.

Can I drive from Amherst to Salem?

Yes, the driving distance between Amherst to Salem is 95 miles. It takes approximately 2h to drive from Amherst to Salem.

Where can I stay near Salem?

There are 57+ hotels available in Salem.

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

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

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Bus via Boston
best
1. Take the bus from Amherst Center to Bostonbus Ppb 6250 / ...
2. Take the bus from Boston South Buses to Salem, NH-exit 2bus I-93 Northbound
4h 2m
$52–91
Drive 94.3 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Amherst to Salemcar 94.3 mi
2h
$18–25
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Amherst Center to Springfieldbus Ppb 6526 / ...
2. Take the train from Springfield to Bostontrain Lake Shore Limited
6h 28m
$88–152
Bus (Greyhound)
1. Take the bus from University of Massachusetts Amherst to Robert B Kennedy Bus Transfer Centerbus Greyhound US0256S
5h 41m
$61–92

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Distance: 127.7 mi
Duration: 4h 2m

What companies run services between Amherst, MA, USA and Salem, NH, USA?

You can take a bus from Amherst Center to Salem via Boston, Boston South Buses, and Salem, NH-exit 2 in around 4h 2m.

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