What is the cheapest way to get from Pittsfield to Chester?

The cheapest way to get from Pittsfield to Chester is to drive which costs $20 - $29 and takes 2h 44m.

What is the fastest way to get from Pittsfield to Chester?

The fastest way to get from Pittsfield to Chester is to drive which takes 2h 44m and costs $20 - $29.

Is there a direct bus between Pittsfield and Chester?

No, there is no direct bus from Pittsfield to Chester. However, there are services departing from Pittsfield and arriving at Chester Park Ride via Port Authority Bus Terminal. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 5m.

Is there a direct train between Pittsfield and Chester?

No, there is no direct train from Pittsfield station to Chester. However, there are services departing from Pittsfield Amtrak Station and arriving at Beacon via Poughkeepsie. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 19m.

How far is it from Pittsfield to Chester?

The distance between Pittsfield and Chester is 156 miles. The road distance is 110.8 miles.

How do I travel from Pittsfield to Chester without a car?

The best way to get from Pittsfield to Chester without a car is to train which takes 4h 19m and costs $160 - $240.

How long does it take to get from Pittsfield to Chester?

It takes approximately 4h 19m to get from Pittsfield to Chester, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Pittsfield to Chester bus from?

Pittsfield to Chester bus services, operated by Peter Pan Bus Lines, depart from Pittsfield station.

Where do I catch the Pittsfield to Chester train from?

Pittsfield to Chester train services, operated by Amtrak, depart from Pittsfield Amtrak Station.

Train or bus from Pittsfield to Chester?

The best way to get from Pittsfield to Chester is to train which takes 4h 19m and costs $160 - $240. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $45 - $120 and takes 6h 5m.

Where does the Pittsfield to Chester bus arrive?

Pittsfield to Chester bus services, operated by Peter Pan Bus Lines, arrive at Port Authority Bus Terminal station.

Where does the Pittsfield to Chester train arrive?

Pittsfield to Chester train services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at Poughkeepsie Amtrak Station.

Can I drive from Pittsfield to Chester?

Yes, the driving distance between Pittsfield to Chester is 111 miles. It takes approximately 2h 44m to drive from Pittsfield to Chester.

Where can I stay near Chester?

There are 103+ hotels available in Chester.

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There are 3 ways to get from Pittsfield to Chester by train (Amtrak), bus, or car

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Train (Amtrak)
best
1. Take the train from Pittsfield Amtrak Station to Poughkeepsie Amtrak Stationtrain Berkshire Flyer
4h 19m
$165–240
Drive 110.2 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Pittsfield to Chestercar 110.2 mi
2h 44m
$21–29
Bus
1. Take the bus from Pittsfield to Port Authority Bus Terminalbus Williamstown
2. Take the bus from Port Authority Bus Terminal to Chester Park Ridebus ShortLine Hudson
6h 5m
$46–112

Pittsfield to Chester by bus

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6h 5mAverage Duration

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Distance: 155.1 mi
Duration: 4h 19m

What companies run services between Pittsfield, MA, USA and Chester, NY, USA?

Amtrak operates a train from Pittsfield Amtrak Station to Poughkeepsie Amtrak Station twice a week. Tickets cost $35–80 and the journey takes 3h 1m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Pittsfield to Chester Park Ride via Port Authority Bus Terminal in around 6h 5m.

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