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

The cheapest way to get from Columbia University to Amherst College is to drive which costs $27 - $40 and takes 3h 12m.

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

The fastest way to get from Columbia University to Amherst College is to drive which takes 3h 12m and costs $27 - $40.

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

No, there is no direct bus from Columbia University to Amherst College. However, there are services departing from Amsterdam Av/W 118 St and arriving at Amherst Center via New York. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 18m.

Is there a direct train between Columbia University and Amherst College?

No, there is no direct train from Columbia University to Amherst College. However, there are services departing from 116 St-Columbia University and arriving at Northampton via Ny Moynihan Train Hall At Penn Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 30m.

How far is it from Columbia University to Amherst College?

The distance between Columbia University and Amherst College is 174 miles. The road distance is 152.3 miles.

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

The best way to get from Columbia University to Amherst College without a car is to bus which takes 6h 18m and costs $35 - $100.

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

It takes approximately 6h 18m to get from Columbia University to Amherst College, including transfers.

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

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

Where do I catch the Columbia University to Amherst College train from?

Columbia University to Amherst College train services, operated by Amtrak, depart from Ny Moynihan Train Hall At Penn Station.

Train or bus from Columbia University to Amherst College?

The best way to get from Columbia University to Amherst College is to bus which takes 6h 18m and costs $35 - $100. Alternatively, you can train, which costs $50 - $120 and takes 7h 30m.

Where does the Columbia University to Amherst College bus arrive?

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

Where does the Columbia University to Amherst College train arrive?

Columbia University to Amherst College train services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at Northampton station.

Can I drive from Columbia University to Amherst College?

Yes, the driving distance between Columbia University to Amherst College is 152 miles. It takes approximately 3h 12m to drive from Columbia University to Amherst College.

Where can I stay near Amherst College?

There are 88+ hotels available in Amherst College.

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There are 5 ways to get from Columbia University to Amherst College by bus, train, car, bus (Greyhound), or train (Amtrak)

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Bus
best
1. Take the bus from New York to Amherst Centerbus Ppb 6850
6h 18m
$38–97
Drive 151.4 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Columbia University to Amherst Collegecar 151.4 mi
3h 12m
$28–40
Train, bus
1. Take the train from 125th Street - Harlem to New Haventrain
2. Take the train from New Haven to Springfieldtrain
3. Take the bus from Springfield to Amherst Centerbus
6h 46m
$43–88
Bus via University of Massachusetts Amherst
1. Take the bus from Port Authority Bus Terminal to University of Massachusetts Amherstbus Greyhound US0256S
7h 16m
$29–59
Train (Amtrak)
1. Take the train from Ny Moynihan Train Hall At Penn Station to Northamptontrain Vermonter
7h 30m
$54–115

Columbia University to Amherst College by foot and bus

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Distance: 173 mi
Duration: 6h 18m

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

Peter Pan Bus Lines operates a bus from New York to Amherst Center twice a week. Tickets cost $35–90 and the journey takes 4h 15m. Alternatively, Amtrak operates a train from Ny Moynihan Train Hall At Penn Station to Northampton once daily. Tickets cost $50–110 and the journey takes 4h 24m.

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