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

The cheapest way to get from New York to Amherst College is to bus via University of Massachusetts Amherst which costs $26 - $55 and takes 5h 22m.

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

The fastest way to get from New York to Amherst College is to drive which takes 3h 22m and costs $28 - $45.

Is there a direct bus between New York and Amherst College?

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 and Amherst College?

No, there is no direct train from New York station to Amherst College. However, there are services departing from Ny Moynihan Train Hall At Penn Station and arriving at Northampton via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 2m.

How far is it from New York to Amherst College?

The distance between New York and Amherst College is 169 miles. The road distance is 158.7 miles.

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

The best way to get from New York to Amherst College without a car is to bus which takes 4h 22m and costs $35 - $90.

How long does it take to get from New York to Amherst College?

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 to Amherst College bus from?

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

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

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

Train or bus from New York to Amherst College?

The best way to get from New York to Amherst College is to bus which takes 4h 22m and costs $35 - $90. Alternatively, you can train, which costs $50 - $110 and takes 6h 2m.

Where does the New York to Amherst College bus arrive?

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

Where does the New York to Amherst College train arrive?

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

Can I drive from New York to Amherst College?

Yes, the driving distance between New York to Amherst College is 159 miles. It takes approximately 3h 22m to drive from New York to Amherst College.

How do I get a train ticket from New York to Amherst College?

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

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There are 4 ways to get from New York to Amherst College 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 22m
$35–90
Bus via University of Massachusetts Amherst
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Port Authority Bus Terminal to University of Massachusetts Amherstbus Greyhound US0256S
5h 22m
$27–50
Train (Amtrak)
1. Take the train from Ny Moynihan Train Hall At Penn Station to Northamptontrain Vermonter
6h 2m
$51–102
Drive 157.7 mi
1. Drive from New York to Amherst Collegecar 157.7 mi
3h 22m
$29–42

New York to Amherst College by bus and foot

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Distance: 168.5 mi
Duration: 4h 22m

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

Peter Pan Bus Lines operates a bus from New York to Amherst Center twice a week. Tickets cost $35–90 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 $50–100 and the journey takes 4h 24m.

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