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

The cheapest way to get from Montpelier to Amherst is to drive which costs $28 - $45 and takes 2h 48m.

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

The fastest way to get from Montpelier to Amherst is to drive which takes 2h 48m and costs $28 - $45.

Is there a direct bus between Montpelier and Amherst?

No, there is no direct bus from Montpelier to Amherst. However, there are services departing from Montpelier Transit Center and arriving at Amherst Center via Boston. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 30m.

Is there a direct train between Montpelier and Amherst?

No, there is no direct train from Montpelier to Amherst. However, there are services departing from Montpelier Amtrak and arriving at Northampton via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 54m.

How far is it from Montpelier to Amherst?

The distance between Montpelier and Amherst is 181 miles. The road distance is 154.7 miles.

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

The best way to get from Montpelier to Amherst without a car is to train which takes 4h 54m and costs $55 - $120.

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

It takes approximately 4h 54m to get from Montpelier to Amherst, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Montpelier to Amherst bus from?

Montpelier to Amherst bus services, operated by Greyhound USA, depart from Montpelier Transit Center station.

Where do I catch the Montpelier to Amherst train from?

Montpelier to Amherst train services, operated by Amtrak, depart from Montpelier Amtrak station.

Train or bus from Montpelier to Amherst?

The best way to get from Montpelier to Amherst is to train which takes 4h 54m and costs $55 - $120. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $45 - $110 and takes 6h 30m.

Where does the Montpelier to Amherst bus arrive?

Montpelier to Amherst bus services, operated by Greyhound USA, arrive at Boston station.

Where does the Montpelier to Amherst train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Montpelier to Amherst?

Yes, the driving distance between Montpelier to Amherst is 155 miles. It takes approximately 2h 48m to drive from Montpelier to Amherst.

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

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There are 3 ways to get from Montpelier to Amherst by train (Amtrak), bus (Greyhound, Flixbus), or car

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Train (Amtrak)
best
1. Take the train from Montpelier Amtrak to Northamptontrain Vermonter
4h 54m
$55–117
Drive 153.8 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Montpelier to Amherstcar 153.8 mi
2h 48m
$29–41
Bus
1. Take the bus from Montpelier Transit Center to Bostonbus Greyhound US0260
2. Take the bus from Boston to Amherst Centerbus Ppb 6261 / ...
6h 30m
$48–107

Montpelier to Amherst by bus

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Distance: 179.9 mi
Duration: 4h 54m

What companies run services between Montpelier, VT, USA and Amherst, MA, USA?

Amtrak operates a train from Montpelier Amtrak to Northampton once daily. Tickets cost $50–110 and the journey takes 3h 36m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Montpelier Transit Center to Amherst Center via Boston in around 6h 30m.

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