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

The cheapest way to get from Amherst to Shelton is to drive which costs $16 - $24 and takes 1h 53m.

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

The fastest way to get from Amherst to Shelton is to drive which takes 1h 53m and costs $16 - $24.

Is there a direct bus between Amherst and Shelton?

No, there is no direct bus from Amherst to Shelton. However, there are services departing from Amherst Common and arriving at Howe Ave @ Cornell St via University of Massachusetts Amherst, Union Ave @ Union Station and Chapel St @ Temple St. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 52m.

How far is it from Amherst to Shelton?

The distance between Amherst and Shelton is 99 miles. The road distance is 90.4 miles.

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

The best way to get from Amherst to Shelton without a car is to bus and train which takes 4h 13m and costs $24 - $60.

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

It takes approximately 4h 13m to get from Amherst to Shelton, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Amherst to Shelton bus from?

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

Where does the Amherst to Shelton bus arrive?

Amherst to Shelton bus services, operated by Greyhound USA, arrive at New Haven Bus Stop station.

Can I drive from Amherst to Shelton?

Yes, the driving distance between Amherst to Shelton is 90 miles. It takes approximately 1h 53m to drive from Amherst to Shelton.

Where can I stay near Shelton?

There are 226+ hotels available in Shelton.

Amherst to Shelton - 6 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 6 ways to get from Amherst to Shelton by bus, train, bus (Greyhound), or car

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Bus, train
best
1. Take the bus from Amherst Center to Springfieldbus Ppb 6526 / ...
2. Take the train from Springfield to New Haventrain Amtrak Hartford Line / ...
4h 13m
$25–57
Bus (Greyhound)
cheapest
1. Take the bus from University of Massachusetts Amherst to New Haven Bus Stopbus Greyhound US0256S
4h 52m
$15–34
Bus, train via Bridgeport
1. Take the bus from Amherst Center to Springfieldbus Ppb 6526 / ...
2. Take the train from Springfield to New Haventrain Amtrak Hartford Line / ...
5h 6m
$37–76
Drive 89.9 mi
1. Drive from Amherst to Sheltoncar 89.9 mi
1h 53m
$17–24
Bus, train via Academy of Music
1. Take the bus from Amherst College to Masonic St / Academy of Musicbus B43
2. Take the train from Springfield to New Haventrain Amtrak Hartford Line / ...
5h 32m
$21–48
Bus, train #2
1. Take the bus from Amherst College to Masonic St / Academy of Musicbus B43
2. Take the train from Northampton to New Haventrain Valley Flyer
5h 53m
$26–60

Amherst to Shelton by bus, train, and foot

48Weekly Services

4h 13mAverage Duration

$25Cheapest Price

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Distance: 98.7 mi
Duration: 4h 13m

What companies run services between Amherst, MA, USA and Shelton, CT, USA?

Greyhound USA operates a bus from University of Massachusetts Amherst to New Haven Bus Stop 5 times a week. Tickets cost $12–25 and the journey takes 2h 20m.

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