What is the cheapest way to get from Connecticut to Amherst?

The cheapest way to get from Connecticut to Amherst is to bus which costs $16 - $35 and takes 4h 2m.

What is the fastest way to get from Connecticut to Amherst?

The fastest way to get from Connecticut to Amherst is to drive which takes 2h 2m and costs $18 - $27.

Is there a direct bus between Connecticut and Amherst?

No, there is no direct bus from Connecticut to Amherst. However, there are services departing from Bridgeport Bus Stop and arriving at Amherst Town Hall via New Haven Bus Stop and Fine Arts Center. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 2m.

Is there a direct train between Connecticut and Amherst?

No, there is no direct train from Connecticut station to Amherst. However, there are services departing from Bridgeport Amtrak Station and arriving at Northampton via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 25m.

How far is it from Connecticut to Amherst?

The distance between Connecticut and Amherst is 106 miles. The road distance is 100.1 miles.

How do I travel from Connecticut to Amherst without a car?

The best way to get from Connecticut to Amherst without a car is to bus which takes 4h 2m and costs $16 - $35.

How long does it take to get from Connecticut to Amherst?

It takes approximately 4h 2m to get from Connecticut to Amherst, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Connecticut to Amherst bus from?

Connecticut to Amherst bus services, operated by Greyhound USA, depart from New Haven Bus Stop station.

Where do I catch the Connecticut to Amherst train from?

Connecticut to Amherst train services, operated by Amtrak, depart from Bridgeport Amtrak Station.

Train or bus from Connecticut to Amherst?

The best way to get from Connecticut to Amherst is to bus which takes 4h 2m and costs $16 - $35. Alternatively, you can train, which costs $30 - $65 and takes 4h 25m.

Where does the Connecticut to Amherst bus arrive?

Connecticut to Amherst bus services, operated by Greyhound USA, arrive at University of Massachusetts Amherst station.

Where does the Connecticut to Amherst train arrive?

Connecticut to Amherst train services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at Northampton station.

Can I drive from Connecticut to Amherst?

Yes, the driving distance between Connecticut to Amherst is 100 miles. It takes approximately 2h 2m to drive from Connecticut to Amherst.

Where can I stay near Amherst?

There are 39+ hotels available in Amherst.

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There are 4 ways to get from Connecticut to Amherst by bus (Greyhound), train (Amtrak), or car

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Bus (Greyhound)
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1. Take the bus from New Haven Bus Stop to University of Massachusetts Amherstbus Greyhound US0256S
4h 2m
$17–33
Train (Amtrak)
1. Take the train from Bridgeport Amtrak Station to Northamptontrain Vermonter
4h 25m
$32–65
Drive 99.5 mi
1. Drive from Bridgeport to Amherstcar 99.5 mi
2h 2m
$19–27
Train via New Haven
1. Take the train from Bridgeport to New Haventrain New Haven
2. Take the train from New Haven to Springfieldtrain Amtrak Hartford Line / ...
5h 6m
$27–60

Connecticut to Amherst by bus (Greyhound)

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Distance: 105.7 mi
Duration: 4h 2m

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

Greyhound USA operates a bus from New Haven Bus Stop to University of Massachusetts Amherst 5 times a week. Tickets cost $13–26 and the journey takes 2h 20m. Alternatively, Amtrak operates a train from Bridgeport Amtrak Station to Northampton once daily. Tickets cost $30–65 and the journey takes 3h 11m.

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