What is the cheapest way to get from Newark to Amherst College?

The cheapest way to get from Newark to Amherst College is to drive which costs $30 - $45 and takes 3h 30m.

What is the fastest way to get from Newark to Amherst College?

The fastest way to get from Newark to Amherst College is to drive which takes 3h 30m and costs $30 - $45.

Is there a direct bus between Newark and Amherst College?

No, there is no direct bus from Newark station to Amherst College. However, there are services departing from Newark Penn Station and arriving at Amherst College via Union Station Bay 10 and Academy of Music. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 57m.

Is there a direct train between Newark and Amherst College?

No, there is no direct train from Newark station to Amherst College. However, there are services departing from Newark Penn Station and arriving at Northampton via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 32m.

How far is it from Newark to Amherst College?

The distance between Newark and Amherst College is 234 miles. The road distance is 167.2 miles.

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

The best way to get from Newark to Amherst College without a car is to bus which takes 5h 57m and costs $30 - $65.

How long does it take to get from Newark to Amherst College?

It takes approximately 5h 57m to get from Newark to Amherst College, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Newark to Amherst College bus from?

Newark to Amherst College bus services, operated by Flixbus USA, depart from Newark Penn Station.

Where do I catch the Newark to Amherst College train from?

Newark to Amherst College train services, operated by Amtrak, depart from Newark Penn Station.

Train or bus from Newark to Amherst College?

The best way to get from Newark to Amherst College is to bus which takes 5h 57m and costs $30 - $65. Alternatively, you can train, which costs $55 - $110 and takes 6h 32m.

Where does the Newark to Amherst College bus arrive?

Newark to Amherst College bus services, operated by Flixbus USA, arrive at Springfield Union Station.

Where does the Newark to Amherst College train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Newark to Amherst College?

Yes, the driving distance between Newark to Amherst College is 167 miles. It takes approximately 3h 30m to drive from Newark to Amherst College.

Where can I stay near Amherst College?

There are 87+ hotels available in Amherst College.

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

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Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Newark Penn Station to Springfield Union Stationbus FlixBus N2605 / ...
5h 57m
$34–64
Drive 166.2 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Newark to Amherst Collegecar 166.2 mi
3h 30m
$31–44
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Newark Penn Station to New Haventrain Northeast Regional / ...
2. Take the bus from New Haven Bus Stop to University of Massachusetts Amherstbus Greyhound US0256S
6h 17m
$35–619
Train (Amtrak)
1. Take the train from Newark Penn Station to Northamptontrain Vermonter
6h 32m
$55–110

Newark to Amherst College by bus and foot

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Distance: 232.5 mi
Duration: 5h 57m

What companies run services between Newark, NJ, USA and Amherst College, MA, USA?

Flixbus USA operates a bus from Newark Penn Station to Springfield Union Station twice daily. Tickets cost $30–55 and the journey takes 3h 30m. Greyhound USA also services this route once daily. Alternatively, Amtrak operates a train from Newark Penn Station to Northampton once daily. Tickets cost $50–110 and the journey takes 4h 54m.

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