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

The cheapest way to get from Amherst to Scranton is to drive which costs $35 - $60 and takes 4h 55m.

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

The fastest way to get from Amherst to Scranton is to drive which takes 4h 55m and costs $35 - $60.

Is there a direct bus between Amherst and Scranton?

No, there is no direct bus from Amherst to Scranton. However, there are services departing from Amherst Center and arriving at Scranton via Port Authority Bus Terminal. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 5m.

How far is it from Amherst to Scranton?

The distance between Amherst and Scranton is 326 miles. The road distance is 218 miles.

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

The best way to get from Amherst to Scranton without a car is to bus which takes 8h 5m and costs $65 - $170.

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

It takes approximately 8h 5m to get from Amherst to Scranton, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Amherst to Scranton bus from?

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

Where does the Amherst to Scranton bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Amherst to Scranton?

Yes, the driving distance between Amherst to Scranton is 218 miles. It takes approximately 4h 55m to drive from Amherst to Scranton.

How do I get a bus ticket from Amherst to Scranton?

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Where can I stay near Scranton?

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Amherst to Scranton - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 5 ways to get from Amherst to Scranton by bus (Greyhound), train, bus, or car

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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 Scrantonbus New York
8h 5m
$65–166
Drive 216.7 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Amherst to Scrantoncar 216.7 mi
4h 55m
$40–58
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Northampton to Ny Moynihan Train Hall At Penn Stationtrain Vermonter
2. Take the bus from Port Authority Bus Terminal to Scrantonbus New York
9h 57m
$69–192
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 bus from Port Authority Bus Terminal to Scrantonbus
9h 13m
$67–746
Bus via Manhattan
1. Take the bus from University of Massachusetts Amherst to Port Authority Bus Terminalbus Greyhound US0256S
2. Take the bus from New York to Scrantonbus Eze 8Amny / ...
10h 11m
$69–110

Amherst to Scranton by bus

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8h 5mAverage Duration

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Distance: 323.9 mi
Duration: 8h 5m

What companies run services between Amherst, MA, USA and Scranton, PA, USA?

You can take a bus from Amherst Center to Scranton via New York and Port Authority Bus Terminal in around 8h 5m.

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