What is the cheapest way to get from Harvard University to Amherst?

The cheapest way to get from Harvard University to Amherst is to train and bus via Worcester which costs $13 - $22 and takes 5h 3m.

What is the fastest way to get from Harvard University to Amherst?

The fastest way to get from Harvard University to Amherst is to drive which takes 1h 52m and costs $16 - $24.

Is there a direct bus between Harvard University and Amherst?

No, there is no direct bus from Harvard University to Amherst. However, there are services departing from Boston and arriving at Amherst Town Hall via Fine Arts Center. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 36m.

How far is it from Harvard University to Amherst?

The distance between Harvard University and Amherst is 94 miles. The road distance is 90.5 miles.

How do I travel from Harvard University to Amherst without a car?

The best way to get from Harvard University to Amherst without a car is to bus which takes 3h 36m and costs $16 - $35.

How long does it take to get from Harvard University to Amherst?

It takes approximately 3h 36m to get from Harvard University to Amherst, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Harvard University to Amherst bus from?

Harvard University to Amherst bus services, operated by Flixbus USA, depart from Boston station.

Where does the Harvard University to Amherst bus arrive?

Harvard University to Amherst bus services, operated by Flixbus USA, arrive at University of Massachusetts Amherst station.

Can I drive from Harvard University to Amherst?

Yes, the driving distance between Harvard University to Amherst is 90 miles. It takes approximately 1h 52m to drive from Harvard University to Amherst.

Where can I stay near Amherst?

There are 39+ hotels available in Amherst.

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

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There are 4 ways to get from Harvard University to Amherst by bus (Flixbus, Greyhound), train, bus, or car

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Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Boston to University of Massachusetts Amherstbus FlixBus 2693
3h 36m
$16–30
Train, bus via Worcester
cheapest
1. Take the train from Lansdowne to Worcestertrain Framingham/Worcester Line
2. Take the bus from Union Station Garage - Worcester to Amherst Commonbus B79
5h 3m
$13–21
Drive 90 mi
1. Drive from Harvard University to Amherstcar 90 mi
1h 52m
$17–24
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Porter to Fitchburgtrain Fitchburg Line
2. Take the bus from Fitchburg MA to University of Massachusetts Amherstbus Greyhound US0256S
4h 45m
$20–36

Harvard University to Amherst by foot, subway, and bus

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3h 36mAverage Duration

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Distance: 93.4 mi
Duration: 3h 36m

What companies run services between Harvard University, MA, USA and Amherst, MA, USA?

Flixbus USA operates a bus from Boston to University of Massachusetts Amherst 5 times a week. Tickets cost $14–24 and the journey takes 2h 5m. Greyhound USA also services this route 5 times a week.

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