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

The cheapest way to get from Fairhaven to Amherst is to drive which costs $20 - $29 and takes 2h 43m.

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

The fastest way to get from Fairhaven to Amherst is to drive which takes 2h 43m and costs $20 - $29.

Is there a direct bus between Fairhaven and Amherst?

No, there is no direct bus from Fairhaven to Amherst. However, there are services departing from Huttleston Ave and Green St and arriving at Amherst Center via New Bedford and Boston. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 47m.

How far is it from Fairhaven to Amherst?

The distance between Fairhaven and Amherst is 155 miles. The road distance is 110.3 miles.

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

The best way to get from Fairhaven to Amherst without a car is to train and bus which takes 5h 42m and costs $30 - $75.

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

It takes approximately 5h 42m to get from Fairhaven to Amherst, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Fairhaven to Amherst bus from?

Fairhaven to Amherst bus services, operated by Peter Pan, depart from New Bedford station.

Where does the Fairhaven to Amherst bus arrive?

Fairhaven to Amherst bus services, operated by Peter Pan, arrive at Boston station.

Can I drive from Fairhaven to Amherst?

Yes, the driving distance between Fairhaven to Amherst is 110 miles. It takes approximately 2h 43m to drive from Fairhaven to Amherst.

Where can I stay near Amherst?

There are 36+ hotels available in Amherst.

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

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

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Train, bus
best
1. Take the train from New Bedford to South Stationtrain Fall River/New Bedford Line
2. Take the bus from Boston to Amherst Centerbus Ppb 6261 / ...
5h 42m
$32–74
Drive 109.7 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Fairhaven to Amherstcar 109.7 mi
2h 43m
$20–29
Bus
1. Take the bus from New Bedford to Bostonbus Bz 0302
2. Take the bus from Boston to Amherst Centerbus Ppb 6261 / ...
5h 47m
Bus via Boston
1. Take the bus from New Bedford to Boston South Busesbus Boston Commuter
2. Take the bus from Boston to Amherst Centerbus Ppb 6261 / ...
5h 47m
$34–74

Fairhaven to Amherst by bus and train

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5h 42mAverage Duration

$32Cheapest Price

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Distance: 154.4 mi
Duration: 5h 42m

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

You can take a bus from Huttleston Ave and Green St to Amherst Center via New Bedford and Boston in around 5h 47m.

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