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How to get fromCanton to Amherstby train, bus, or car

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There are 4 ways to get from Canton to Amherst by train, bus, or car

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  1. Train, bus

    best
    1. Take the train from Canton Center to South Stationtrain train Providence/Stoughton Line
    2. Take the bus from Boston to Amherst Centerbus bus Ppb 6261 / ...
    3h 31m
    $23–63

  2. Train, bus via Worcester

    cheapest
    1. Take the train from Lansdowne to Worcestertrain train Framingham/Worcester Line
    2. Take the bus from Union Station Garage - Worcester to Amherst Commonbus bus B79
    5h 15m
    $14–27

  3. Drive 94.7 mi

    1. Drive from Canton to Amherstcar car 94.7 mi
    2h 6m
    $18–25

  4. Train, bus via Springfield

    1. Take the train from Boston to Springfieldtrain train Lake Shore Limited
    2. Take the bus from Springfield to Amherst Centerbus bus Ppb 6509 / ...
    5h 35m
    $38–88

Canton to Amherst by train and bus

Calendar3Weekly Services
Duration3h 31mAverage Duration
Ticket$23Cheapest Price
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  • Distance: 109.8 mi
  • Duration: 3h 31m

What companies run services between Canton, MA, USA and Amherst, MA, USA?

There is no direct connection from Canton to Amherst. However, you can take the train to South Station, walk to Boston, then take the bus to Amherst Center. Alternatively, you can take a train from Canton Junction to Amherst Common via Back Bay, Copley, Blandford Street, Lansdowne, Worcester, and Union Station Garage - Worcester in around 5h 15m.

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