What is the cheapest way to get from Hartford to Amherst College?

The cheapest way to get from Hartford to Amherst College is to bus via Northampton which costs $7 - $15 and takes 2h 18m.

What is the fastest way to get from Hartford to Amherst College?

The fastest way to get from Hartford to Amherst College is to drive which takes 1h 6m and costs $8 - $13.

Is there a direct bus between Hartford and Amherst College?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Hartford and arriving at Amherst Center. Services depart twice a week, and operate Sunday. The journey takes approximately 1h 30m.

Is there a direct train between Hartford and Amherst College?

No, there is no direct train from Hartford station to Amherst College. However, there are services departing from Hartford Amtrak Station and arriving at Northampton via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 53m.

How far is it from Hartford to Amherst College?

The distance between Hartford and Amherst College is 56 miles. The road distance is 47.5 miles.

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

The best way to get from Hartford to Amherst College without a car is to bus which takes 1h 37m and costs $12 - $24.

How long does it take to get from Hartford to Amherst College?

The bus from Hartford to Amherst Center takes 1h 30m including transfers and departs twice a week.

Where do I catch the Hartford to Amherst College bus from?

Hartford to Amherst College bus services, operated by Peter Pan Bus Lines, depart from Hartford station.

Where do I catch the Hartford to Amherst College train from?

Hartford to Amherst College train services, operated by Amtrak, depart from Hartford Amtrak Station.

Train or bus from Hartford to Amherst College?

The best way to get from Hartford to Amherst College is to bus which takes 1h 37m and costs $12 - $24. Alternatively, you can train, which costs $12 - $27 and takes 2h 53m.

Where does the Hartford to Amherst College bus arrive?

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

Where does the Hartford to Amherst College train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Hartford to Amherst College?

Yes, the driving distance between Hartford to Amherst College is 47 miles. It takes approximately 1h 6m to drive from Hartford to Amherst College.

How do I get a bus ticket from Hartford to Amherst College?

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Where can I stay near Amherst College?

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Hartford to Amherst College - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and taxi

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

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Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Hartford to Amherst Centerbus Ppb 6850
1h 37m
$12–24
Bus via Northampton
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Hartford Union Station to Northamptonbus Greyhound US0255s
2. Take the bus from Academy of Music to Amherst Collegebus B43
2h 18m
$8–15
Train (Amtrak)
1. Take the train from Hartford Amtrak Station to Northamptontrain Valley Flyer / ...
2h 53m
$12–27
Drive 47.2 mi
1. Drive from Hartford to Amherst Collegecar 47.2 mi
1h 6m
$9–13
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Hartford to Amherst Collegetaxi 47.2 mi
1h 6m
$250–300

Hartford to Amherst College by bus and foot

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Distance: 55.8 mi
Duration: 1h 37m

What companies run services between Hartford, CT, USA and Amherst College, MA, USA?

Peter Pan Bus Lines operates a bus from Hartford to Amherst Center twice a week. Tickets cost $12–24 and the journey takes 1h 30m. Alternatively, Amtrak operates a train from Hartford Amtrak Station to Northampton 3 times a day. Tickets cost $11–25 and the journey takes 1h 37m.

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