What is the cheapest way to get from Cape Cod to Amherst?

The cheapest way to get from Cape Cod to Amherst is to drive which costs $28 - $45 and takes 3h 6m.

What is the fastest way to get from Cape Cod to Amherst?

The fastest way to get from Cape Cod to Amherst is to drive which takes 3h 6m and costs $28 - $45.

Is there a direct bus between Cape Cod and Amherst?

No, there is no direct bus from Cape Cod to Amherst. However, there are services departing from Town Hall Lawton Bus Shelter and arriving at Amherst Center via Hyannis and Boston. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 44m.

How far is it from Cape Cod to Amherst?

The distance between Cape Cod and Amherst is 171 miles. The road distance is 156.7 miles.

How do I travel from Cape Cod to Amherst without a car?

The best way to get from Cape Cod to Amherst without a car is to bus which takes 5h 44m and costs $30 - $80.

How long does it take to get from Cape Cod to Amherst?

It takes approximately 5h 44m to get from Cape Cod to Amherst, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cape Cod to Amherst bus from?

Cape Cod to Amherst bus services, operated by Peter Pan Bus Lines, depart from Hyannis station.

Where does the Cape Cod to Amherst bus arrive?

Cape Cod to Amherst bus services, operated by Peter Pan Bus Lines, arrive at Boston station.

Can I drive from Cape Cod to Amherst?

Yes, the driving distance between Cape Cod to Amherst is 157 miles. It takes approximately 3h 6m to drive from Cape Cod to Amherst.

Where can I stay near Amherst?

There are 42+ hotels available in Amherst.

Cape Cod to Amherst - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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

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Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Hyannis to Bostonbus Bz 0947 / ...
2. Take the bus from Boston to Amherst Centerbus Ppb 6261 / ...
5h 44m
$33–80
Drive 155.8 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Cape Cod to Amherstcar 155.8 mi
3h 6m
$29–42
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Hyannis to South Stationtrain CapeFLYER
2. Take the bus from Boston to Amherst Centerbus Ppb 6261 / ...
6h 52m
$39–95
Bus via Boston
1. Take the bus from Hyannis Transportation Center to Boston South Busesbus Hyannis - South Shore to Logan Airport
2. Take the bus from Boston to Amherst Centerbus Ppb 6261 / ...
5h 49m
$46–80

Cape Cod to Amherst by bus

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5h 44mAverage Duration

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Distance: 170.2 mi
Duration: 5h 44m

What companies run services between Cape Cod, MA, USA and Amherst, MA, USA?

You can take a bus from Town Hall Lawton Bus Shelter to Amherst Center via Hyannis Transportation Center, Hyannis, and Boston in around 5h 44m.

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