What is the cheapest way to get from New York Penn Station to Amherst?

The cheapest way to get from New York Penn Station to Amherst is to bus via University of Massachusetts Amherst which costs $25 - $50 and takes 5h 47m.

What is the fastest way to get from New York Penn Station to Amherst?

The fastest way to get from New York Penn Station to Amherst is to drive which takes 3h 19m and costs $28 - $45.

Is there a direct bus between New York Penn Station 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 New York Penn Station and Amherst?

No, there is no direct train from New York Penn Station 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 38m.

How far is it from New York Penn Station to Amherst?

The distance between New York Penn Station and Amherst is 170 miles. The road distance is 156.8 miles.

How do I travel from New York Penn Station to Amherst without a car?

The best way to get from New York Penn Station to Amherst without a car is to bus which takes 4h 27m and costs $35 - $85.

How long does it take to get from New York Penn Station 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 New York Penn Station to Amherst bus from?

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

Where do I catch the New York Penn Station to Amherst train from?

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

Train or bus from New York Penn Station to Amherst?

The best way to get from New York Penn Station to Amherst is to bus which takes 4h 27m and costs $35 - $85. Alternatively, you can train, which costs $45 - $110 and takes 5h 38m.

Where does the New York Penn Station to Amherst bus arrive?

New York Penn Station to Amherst bus services, operated by Peter Pan Bus Lines, arrive at Amherst Center station.

Where does the New York Penn Station to Amherst train arrive?

New York Penn Station to Amherst train services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at Northampton station.

Can I drive from New York Penn Station to Amherst?

Yes, the driving distance between New York Penn Station to Amherst is 157 miles. It takes approximately 3h 19m to drive from New York Penn Station to Amherst.

How do I get a bus ticket from New York Penn Station to Amherst?

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Where can I stay near Amherst?

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New York Penn Station to Amherst - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from New York Penn Station 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 27m
$35–85
Bus via University of Massachusetts Amherst (Greyhound)
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Port Authority Bus Terminal to University of Massachusetts Amherstbus Greyhound US0256S
5h 47m
$25–48
Train (Amtrak)
1. Take the train from Ny Moynihan Train Hall At Penn Station to Northamptontrain Vermonter
5h 38m
$48–101
Drive 155.9 mi
1. Drive from New York Penn Station to Amherstcar 155.9 mi
3h 19m
$29–42

New York Penn Station to Amherst by foot and bus

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Distance: 168.8 mi
Duration: 4h 27m

What companies run services between New York Penn Station, NY, USA and Amherst, MA, USA?

Peter Pan Bus Lines operates a bus from New York to Amherst Center twice a week. Tickets cost $35–85 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 $45–100 and the journey takes 4h 24m.

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