What is the cheapest way to get from Blue Ridge Parkway to Amherst?

The cheapest way to get from Blue Ridge Parkway to Amherst is to drive which costs $24 - $40 and takes 3h 8m.

What is the fastest way to get from Blue Ridge Parkway to Amherst?

The fastest way to get from Blue Ridge Parkway to Amherst is to drive which takes 3h 8m and costs $24 - $40.

How far is it from Blue Ridge Parkway to Amherst?

The distance between Blue Ridge Parkway and Amherst is 161 miles. The road distance is 137.3 miles.

How do I travel from Blue Ridge Parkway to Amherst without a car?

The best way to get from Blue Ridge Parkway to Amherst without a car is to taxi and bus which takes 5h 5m and costs $100 - $170.

How long does it take to get from Blue Ridge Parkway to Amherst?

It takes approximately 5h 5m to get from Blue Ridge Parkway to Amherst, including transfers.

Can I drive from Blue Ridge Parkway to Amherst?

Yes, the driving distance between Blue Ridge Parkway to Amherst is 137 miles. It takes approximately 3h 8m to drive from Blue Ridge Parkway to Amherst.

Where can I stay near Amherst?

There are 52+ hotels available in Amherst.

Blue Ridge Parkway to Amherst - 3 ways to travel via train, taxi, bus, and car

How to get fromBlue Ridge Parkway to Amherst

Travel from

See all options

Search accommodation with Expedia

There are 3 ways to get from Blue Ridge Parkway to Amherst by taxi, bus, car, or train

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Taxi, bus (Greyhound)
best
1. Take the taxi from Blue Ridge Parkway to Max Meadowstaxi
2. Take the bus from Max Meadows to Lynchburg Transit Centerbus Greyhound US0600
5h 5m
$104–163
Drive 136.5 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Blue Ridge Parkway to Amherstcar 136.5 mi
3h 8m
$25–36
Taxi, bus, train
1. Take the taxi from Blue Ridge Parkway to Exit 118 - Park and Ridetaxi
2. Take the bus from Exit 118 - Park and Ride to Roanoke Campbell Courtbus Swb
3. Take the train from Roanoke to Lynchburgtrain
5h 46m
$145–215

Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Blue Ridge Parkway to Amherst.

Launch map view

Distance: 160.3 mi
Duration: 5h 5m

What companies run services between Blue Ridge Parkway, VA, USA and Amherst, VA, USA?

There is no direct connection from Blue Ridge Parkway to Amherst. However, you can take the taxi to Max Meadows, take the bus to Lynchburg Transit Center, walk to Lynchburg Amtrak Station, then take the bus to 171 S. Main St - Vintage Shoppes of Amherst. Alternatively, you can drive from Blue Ridge Parkway to Amherst in around 3h 8m.

Train operators

Bus operators

Other operators

Want to know more about travelling around United States

Rome2Rio's Travel Guide series provide vital information for the global traveller. Filled with useful and timely travel information, the guides answer all the hard questions - such as 'How do I buy a ticket?', 'Should I book online before I travel? ', 'How much should I expect to pay?', 'Do the trains and buses have Wifi?' - to help you get the most out of your next trip.