What is the cheapest way to get from Boston University to Amherst College?

The cheapest way to get from Boston University to Amherst College is to train and bus which costs $8 - $16 and takes 4h 8m.

What is the fastest way to get from Boston University to Amherst College?

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

Is there a direct bus between Boston University and Amherst College?

No, there is no direct bus from Boston University to Amherst College. However, there are services departing from Boston and arriving at Amherst Center via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 38m.

How far is it from Boston University to Amherst College?

The distance between Boston University and Amherst College is 98 miles. The road distance is 90 miles.

How do I travel from Boston University to Amherst College without a car?

The best way to get from Boston University to Amherst College without a car is to bus which takes 3h 38m and costs $23 - $50.

How long does it take to get from Boston University to Amherst College?

It takes approximately 3h 38m to get from Boston University to Amherst College, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Boston University to Amherst College bus from?

Boston University to Amherst College bus services, operated by Peter Pan Bus Lines, depart from Boston station.

Where does the Boston University to Amherst College bus arrive?

Boston University to Amherst College bus services, operated by Peter Pan Bus Lines, arrive at Amherst Center station.

Can I drive from Boston University to Amherst College?

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

Where can I stay near Amherst College?

There are 42+ hotels available in Amherst College.

Boston University to Amherst College - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from Boston University 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 / ...
3h 38m
$23–47
Train, bus
cheapest
1. Take the train from Lansdowne to Worcestertrain Framingham/Worcester Line
2. Take the bus from Union Station Garage - Worcester to Amherst Commonbus B79
4h 8m
$9–15
Drive 89.4 mi
1. Drive from Boston University to Amherst Collegecar 89.4 mi
1h 53m
$17–24
Train, bus via University of Massachusetts Amherst
1. Take the train from Lansdowne to Worcestertrain Framingham/Worcester Line
2. Take the bus from Worcester Union Station to University of Massachusetts Amherstbus FlixBus 2693
4h 13m
$15–26

Boston University to Amherst College by foot, tram, and bus

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3h 38mAverage Duration

$23Cheapest Price

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Distance: 97.3 mi
Duration: 3h 38m

What companies run services between Boston University, 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 $21–45 and the journey takes 2h.

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