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

The cheapest way to get from Manhattan to Amherst is to drive which costs $28 - $45 and takes 3h 14m.

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

The fastest way to get from Manhattan to Amherst is to drive which takes 3h 14m and costs $28 - $45.

Is there a direct bus between Manhattan and Amherst?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from New York and arriving at Amherst Center. Services depart twice a week, and operate Sunday. The journey takes approximately 4h 15m.

Is there a direct train between Manhattan and Amherst?

No, there is no direct train from Manhattan station to Amherst. However, there are services departing from Ny Moynihan Train Hall At Penn Station and arriving at Northampton via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 18m.

How far is it from Manhattan to Amherst?

The distance between Manhattan and Amherst is 169 miles. The road distance is 154.2 miles.

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

The best way to get from Manhattan to Amherst without a car is to bus which takes 4h 15m and costs $30 - $60.

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

The bus from New York to Amherst Center takes 4h 15m including transfers and departs twice a week.

Where do I catch the Manhattan to Amherst bus from?

Manhattan to Amherst bus services, operated by Peter Pan Bus Lines, depart from New York station.

Where do I catch the Manhattan to Amherst train from?

Manhattan to Amherst train services, operated by Amtrak, depart from Ny Moynihan Train Hall At Penn Station.

Train or bus from Manhattan to Amherst?

The best way to get from Manhattan to Amherst is to bus which takes 4h 15m and costs $30 - $60. Alternatively, you can train, which costs $85 - $140 and takes 5h 18m.

Where does the Manhattan to Amherst bus arrive?

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

Where does the Manhattan to Amherst train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Manhattan to Amherst?

Yes, the driving distance between Manhattan to Amherst is 154 miles. It takes approximately 3h 14m to drive from Manhattan to Amherst.

How do I get a bus ticket from Manhattan to Amherst?

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Where can I stay near Amherst?

There are 45+ hotels available in Amherst.

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

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There are 4 ways to get from Manhattan to Amherst by bus, train (Amtrak), car, or bus (Greyhound)

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Bus
best
1. Take the bus from New York to Amherst Centerbus Ppb 6850
4h 15m
$30–60
Drive 153.3 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Manhattan to Amherstcar 153.3 mi
3h 14m
$28–41
Train (Amtrak)
1. Take the train from Ny Moynihan Train Hall At Penn Station to Northamptontrain Vermonter
5h 18m
$86–133
Bus via University of Massachusetts Amherst (Greyhound)
1. Take the bus from Port Authority Bus Terminal to University of Massachusetts Amherstbus Greyhound US0256S
5h 32m
$30–44

Manhattan to Amherst by bus

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Distance: 168.2 mi
Duration: 4h 15m

What companies run services between Manhattan, NY, USA and Amherst, MA, USA?

Peter Pan Bus Lines operates a bus from New York to Amherst Center twice a week. Tickets cost $30–60 and the journey takes 4h 15m. Alternatively, Amtrak operates a train from Ny Moynihan Train Hall At Penn Station to Northampton once daily. Tickets cost $85–140 and the journey takes 4h 24m.

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