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 Commonwealth Ave @ Hinsdale St and arriving at Amherst Town Hall via Stuart St @ Dartmouth St, Boston and Fine Arts Center. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 12m.

How far is it from Boston University to Amherst College?

The distance between Boston University and Amherst College is 91 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 train and bus which takes 4h 8m and costs $8 - $16.

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

It takes approximately 4h 8m 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 Flixbus USA, depart from Boston station.

Where does the Boston University to Amherst College bus arrive?

Boston University to Amherst College bus services, operated by Flixbus USA, arrive at University of Massachusetts Amherst 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 36+ hotels available in Amherst College.

Boston University to Amherst College - 3 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 3 ways to get from Boston University to Amherst College by train, bus, bus (Flixbus, Greyhound), or car

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Train, bus
best
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
Bus
1. Take the bus from Boston to University of Massachusetts Amherstbus FlixBus 2693
4h 12m
$17–33
Drive 89.4 mi
1. Drive from Boston University to Amherst Collegecar 89.4 mi
1h 53m
$17–24

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

14Weekly Services

4h 8mAverage Duration

$9Cheapest Price

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Distance: 90.2 mi
Duration: 4h 8m

What companies run services between Boston University, MA, USA and Amherst College, MA, USA?

Flixbus USA operates a bus from Boston to University of Massachusetts Amherst 5 times a week. Tickets cost $14–23 and the journey takes 2h 5m. Greyhound USA also services this route 5 times a week.

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