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

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

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  1. Train, bus

    best
    1. Take the train from Durham Station to Bostontrain train Downeaster
    2. Take the bus from Boston to Amherst Centerbus bus Ppb 6261 / ...
    4h 43m
    $43–99

  2. Drive 120.7 mi

    cheapest
    1. Drive from Durham to Amherstcar car 120.7 mi
    2h 56m
    $22–32

  3. Train, bus via Worcester

    1. Take the train from Durham Station to Bostontrain train
    2. Take the train from Lansdowne to Worcestertrain train
    3. Take the bus from Union Station Garage - Worcester to Amherst Commonbus bus B79
    6h 32m
    $31–60

  4. Train, bus via Springfield

    1. Take the train from Durham Station to Bostontrain train
    2. Take the train from Boston to Springfieldtrain train
    3. Take the bus from Springfield to Amherst Centerbus bus
    6h 45m
    $58–124

Durham to Amherst by train, subway, foot, and bus

Calendar3Weekly Services
Duration4h 43mAverage Duration
Ticket$43Cheapest Price
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Questions & Answers

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  • Distance: 157.4 mi
  • Duration: 4h 43m

What companies run services between Durham, NH, USA and Amherst, MA, USA?

There is no direct connection from Durham to Amherst. However, you can take the train to Boston, walk to North Station, take the subway to Downtown Crossing, walk to Boston, then take the bus to Amherst Center. Alternatively, you can take a train from Durham Station to Amherst Common via Boston, North Station, Kenmore, Lansdowne, Worcester, and Union Station Garage - Worcester in around 6h 32m.

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