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

The cheapest way to get from Amherst to Staunton is to drive which costs $9 - $15 and takes 1h 12m.

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

The fastest way to get from Amherst to Staunton is to drive which takes 1h 12m and costs $9 - $15.

Is there a direct train between Amherst and Staunton?

No, there is no direct train from Amherst to Staunton station. However, there are services departing from Lynchburg and arriving at Staunton Amtrak Station via Charlottesville. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 43m.

How far is it from Amherst to Staunton?

The distance between Amherst and Staunton is 115 miles. The road distance is 54.2 miles.

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

The best way to get from Amherst to Staunton without a car is to train which takes 4h 43m and costs $40 - $100.

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

It takes approximately 4h 43m to get from Amherst to Staunton, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Amherst to Staunton train from?

Amherst to Staunton train services, operated by Amtrak, depart from Lynchburg station.

Where does the Amherst to Staunton train arrive?

Amherst to Staunton train services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at Charlottesville station.

Can I drive from Amherst to Staunton?

Yes, the driving distance between Amherst to Staunton is 54 miles. It takes approximately 1h 12m to drive from Amherst to Staunton.

Where can I stay near Staunton?

There are 76+ hotels available in Staunton.

Amherst to Staunton - 3 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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

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Train (Amtrak)
best
1. Take the train from Lynchburg to Charlottesvilletrain Northeast Regional / ...
2. Take the train from Charlottesville to Staunton Amtrak Stationtrain Cardinal
4h 43m
$40–97
Drive 53.9 mi
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1. Drive from Amherst to Stauntoncar 53.9 mi
1h 12m
$10–15
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Lynchburg Transit Center to Charlottesville Union Stationbus Greyhound US0600
2. Take the train from Charlottesville to Staunton Amtrak Stationtrain Cardinal
4h 52m
$30–76

Amherst to Staunton by bus and train (Amtrak)

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4h 43mAverage Duration

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Distance: 114.4 mi
Duration: 4h 43m

What companies run services between Amherst, VA, USA and Staunton, VA, USA?

You can take a bus from 171 S. Main St - Vintage Shoppes of Amherst to Staunton Amtrak Station via Lynchburg Amtrak Station, Lynchburg, and Charlottesville in around 4h 43m.

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