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

The cheapest way to get from Newton to Amherst is to train and bus which costs $7 - $15 and takes 3h 37m.

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

The fastest way to get from Newton to Amherst is to drive which takes 1h 43m and costs $15 - $23.

Is there a direct bus between Newton and Amherst?

No, there is no direct bus from Newton to Amherst. However, there are services departing from Washington St @ Bacon St and arriving at Amherst Center via Boston. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 23m.

How far is it from Newton to Amherst?

The distance between Newton and Amherst is 103 miles. The road distance is 84.9 miles.

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

The best way to get from Newton to Amherst without a car is to bus which takes 3h 23m and costs $21 - $55.

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

It takes approximately 3h 23m to get from Newton to Amherst, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Newton to Amherst bus from?

Newton to Amherst bus services, operated by Peter Pan Bus Lines, depart from Boston station.

Where does the Newton to Amherst bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Newton to Amherst?

Yes, the driving distance between Newton to Amherst is 85 miles. It takes approximately 1h 43m to drive from Newton to Amherst.

Where can I stay near Amherst?

There are 36+ hotels available in Amherst.

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

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There are 4 ways to get from Newton to Amherst by bus, train, or car

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Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Boston to Amherst Centerbus Ppb 6261 / ...
3h 23m
$22–54
Train, bus
cheapest
1. Take the train from Newtonville to Worcestertrain Framingham/Worcester Line
2. Take the bus from Union Station Garage - Worcester to Amherst Commonbus B79
3h 37m
$8–14
Train, bus via University of Massachusetts Amherst
1. Take the train from Newtonville to Worcestertrain Framingham/Worcester Line
2. Take the bus from Worcester Union Station to University of Massachusetts Amherstbus FlixBus 2693
3h 24m
$15–26
Drive 84.4 mi
1. Drive from Newton to Amherstcar 84.4 mi
1h 43m
$16–23

Newton to Amherst by bus and foot

3Weekly Services

3h 23mAverage Duration

$22Cheapest Price

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Distance: 102 mi
Duration: 3h 23m

What companies run services between Newton, MA, USA and Amherst, MA, USA?

Peter Pan Bus Lines operates a bus from Boston to Amherst Center 3 times a week. Tickets cost $20–50 and the journey takes 2h.

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