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

The cheapest way to get from Cranford to Amherst is to drive which costs $30 - $50 and takes 3h 43m.

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

The fastest way to get from Cranford to Amherst is to drive which takes 3h 43m and costs $30 - $50.

Is there a direct bus between Cranford and Amherst?

No, there is no direct bus from Cranford to Amherst. However, there are services departing from North Ave At Forest St and arriving at Amherst College via New York Midtown, Union Station Bay 10 and Academy of Music. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 13m.

Is there a direct train between Cranford and Amherst?

No, there is no direct train from Cranford to Amherst. However, there are services departing from Cranford and arriving at Northampton via Newark Penn Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 29m.

How far is it from Cranford to Amherst?

The distance between Cranford and Amherst is 245 miles. The road distance is 176.2 miles.

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

The best way to get from Cranford to Amherst without a car is to bus via Union Station Bay 10 which takes 7h 13m and costs $30 - $75.

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

It takes approximately 7h 13m to get from Cranford to Amherst, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cranford to Amherst bus from?

Cranford to Amherst bus services, operated by NJ Transit, depart from North Ave At Forest St station.

Where do I catch the Cranford to Amherst train from?

Cranford to Amherst train services, operated by Amtrak, depart from Newark Penn Station.

Train or bus from Cranford to Amherst?

The best way to get from Cranford to Amherst is to bus via Union Station Bay 10 which takes 7h 13m and costs $30 - $75. Alternatively, you can train, which costs $50 - $130 and takes 7h 29m.

Where does the Cranford to Amherst bus arrive?

Cranford to Amherst bus services, operated by NJ Transit, arrive at Port Authority Bus Terminal station.

Where does the Cranford to Amherst train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Cranford to Amherst?

Yes, the driving distance between Cranford to Amherst is 176 miles. It takes approximately 3h 43m to drive from Cranford 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 Cranford to Amherst by bus (Flixbus), train (Amtrak), car, or bus (Greyhound)

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Bus via Union Station Bay 10
best
1. Take the bus from North Ave At Forest St to Port Authority Bus Terminalbus 113
2. Take the bus from New York Midtown to Springfield Union Stationbus FlixBus N2605 / ...
7h 13m
$34–71
Drive 175.2 mi
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1. Drive from Cranford to Amherstcar 175.2 mi
3h 43m
$32–47
Train (Amtrak)
1. Take the train from Newark Penn Station to Northamptontrain Vermonter
7h 29m
$54–122
Bus
1. Take the bus from North Ave At Forest St to Port Authority Bus Terminalbus 113
2. Take the bus from Port Authority Bus Terminal to University of Massachusetts Amherstbus Greyhound US0256S
7h 15m
$34–79

Cranford to Amherst by bus and foot

19Weekly Services

7h 13mAverage Duration

$34Cheapest Price

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Distance: 243.4 mi
Duration: 7h 13m

What companies run services between Cranford, NJ, USA and Amherst, MA, USA?

You can take a bus from North Ave At Forest St to Amherst College via Port Authority Bus Terminal, New York Midtown, Springfield Union Station, Union Station Bay 10, and Academy of Music in around 7h 13m. Alternatively, Amtrak operates a train from Newark Penn Station to Northampton once daily. Tickets cost $50–110 and the journey takes 4h 54m.

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