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

The cheapest way to get from Amherst to Erie is to line 5 bus and bus which costs $15 - $29 and takes 3h 46m.

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

The fastest way to get from Amherst to Erie is to train which takes 1h 42m and costs $55 - $100.

Is there a direct bus between Amherst and Erie?

No, there is no direct bus from Amherst station to Erie. However, there are services departing from Main Street & University Station and arriving at Erie via Buffalo. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 46m.

Is there a direct train between Amherst and Erie?

No, there is no direct train from Amherst station to Erie station. However, there are services departing from Buffalo Depew Station and arriving at Erie Station via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 42m.

How far is it from Amherst to Erie?

The distance between Amherst and Erie is 101 miles. The road distance is 98.6 miles.

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

The best way to get from Amherst to Erie without a car is to train which takes 1h 42m and costs $55 - $100.

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

It takes approximately 1h 42m to get from Amherst to Erie, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Amherst to Erie bus from?

Amherst to Erie bus services, operated by NFTA, depart from Main Street & University Station.

Where do I catch the Amherst to Erie train from?

Amherst to Erie train services, operated by Amtrak, depart from Buffalo Depew Station.

Train or bus from Amherst to Erie?

The best way to get from Amherst to Erie is to train which takes 1h 42m and costs $55 - $100. Alternatively, you can line 5 bus and bus, which costs $15 - $29 and takes 3h 46m.

Where does the Amherst to Erie bus arrive?

Amherst to Erie bus services, operated by NFTA, arrive at South Division Street & Ellicott Loop station.

Where does the Amherst to Erie train arrive?

Amherst to Erie train services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at Erie Station.

Can I drive from Amherst to Erie?

Yes, the driving distance between Amherst to Erie is 99 miles. It takes approximately 1h 54m to drive from Amherst to Erie.

How do I get a train ticket from Amherst to Erie?

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Where can I stay near Erie?

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Amherst to Erie - 3 ways to travel via train, line 5 bus, bus, and car

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There are 3 ways to get from Amherst to Erie by train (Amtrak), bus (Greyhound), or car

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Train (Amtrak)
best
1. Take the train from Buffalo Depew Station to Erie Stationtrain Lake Shore Limited
1h 42m
$58–99
Line 5 bus, bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Main Street & University Station to South Division Street & Ellicott Loopbus 5
2. Take the bus from Buffalo to Eriebus Greyhound US0170
3h 46m
$15–29
Drive 98 mi
1. Drive from Amherst to Eriecar 98 mi
1h 54m
$18–26

Amherst to Erie by bus

7Weekly Buses

3h 46mAverage Duration

$15Cheapest Price

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Distance: 100.2 mi
Duration: 1h 42m

What companies run services between Amherst, NY, USA and Erie, PA, USA?

Amtrak operates a train from Buffalo Depew Station to Erie Station twice daily. Tickets cost $29–65 and the journey takes 1h 31m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Main Street & University Station to Erie via South Division Street & Ellicott Loop and Buffalo in around 3h 46m.

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