What is the cheapest way to get from Back Bay (Station) to Amherst College?

The cheapest way to get from Back Bay (Station) to Amherst College is to drive which costs $16 - $24 and takes 1h 50m.

What is the fastest way to get from Back Bay (Station) to Amherst College?

The fastest way to get from Back Bay (Station) to Amherst College is to drive which takes 1h 50m and costs $16 - $24.

Is there a direct bus between Back Bay (Station) and Amherst College?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Boston and arriving at Amherst Center. Services depart three times a week, and operate Sunday. The journey takes approximately 2h.

How far is it from Back Bay (Station) to Amherst College?

The distance between Back Bay (Station) and Amherst College is 96 miles. The road distance is 91.3 miles.

How do I travel from Back Bay (Station) to Amherst College without a car?

The best way to get from Back Bay (Station) to Amherst College without a car is to bus which takes 2h 31m and costs $20 - $50.

How long does it take to get from Back Bay (Station) to Amherst College?

The bus from Boston to Amherst Center takes 2h including transfers and departs three times a week.

Where do I catch the Back Bay (Station) to Amherst College bus from?

Back Bay (Station) to Amherst College bus services, operated by Peter Pan Bus Lines, depart from Boston station.

Where does the Back Bay (Station) to Amherst College bus arrive?

Back Bay (Station) to Amherst College bus services, operated by Peter Pan Bus Lines, arrive at Amherst Center station.

Can I drive from Back Bay (Station) to Amherst College?

Yes, the driving distance between Back Bay (Station) to Amherst College is 91 miles. It takes approximately 1h 50m to drive from Back Bay (Station) to Amherst College.

Where can I stay near Amherst College?

There are 36+ hotels available in Amherst College.

Back Bay (Station) to Amherst College - 3 ways to travel via train, bus

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There are 3 ways to get from Back Bay (Station) to Amherst College by bus, train, or car

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Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Boston to Amherst Centerbus Ppb 6261 / ...
2h 31m
$20–50
Drive 90.8 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Back Bay (Station) to Amherst Collegecar 90.8 mi
1h 50m
$17–24
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Boston to Springfieldtrain Lake Shore Limited
2. Take the bus from Springfield to Amherst Centerbus Ppb 6509 / ...
4h 16m
$37–78

Back Bay (Station) to Amherst College by train, bus, and foot

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4h 16mAverage Duration

$37Cheapest Price

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Distance: 95.6 mi
Duration: 2h 31m

What companies run services between Back Bay (Station), MA, USA and Amherst College, MA, USA?

Peter Pan Bus Lines operates a bus from Boston to Amherst Center 3 times a week. Tickets cost $20–50 and the journey takes 2h.

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