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

The cheapest way to get from Portland to Amherst is to drive which costs $30 - $50 and takes 3h 20m.

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

The fastest way to get from Portland to Amherst is to drive which takes 3h 20m and costs $30 - $50.

Is there a direct bus between Portland and Amherst?

No, there is no direct bus from Portland to Amherst. However, there are services departing from Portland, ME and arriving at Amherst Center via Boston. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 59m.

How far is it from Portland to Amherst?

The distance between Portland and Amherst is 201 miles. The road distance is 175.2 miles.

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

The best way to get from Portland to Amherst without a car is to bus via Boston which takes 4h 59m and costs $40 - $100.

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

It takes approximately 4h 59m to get from Portland to Amherst, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Portland to Amherst bus from?

Portland to Amherst bus services, operated by Concord Coach Lines, depart from Portland, ME station.

Where does the Portland to Amherst bus arrive?

Portland to Amherst bus services, operated by Concord Coach Lines, arrive at Boston, MA - South Station.

Can I drive from Portland to Amherst?

Yes, the driving distance between Portland to Amherst is 175 miles. It takes approximately 3h 20m to drive from Portland to Amherst.

How do I get a bus ticket from Portland to Amherst?

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Where can I stay near Amherst?

There are 36+ hotels available in Amherst.

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

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

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Bus via Boston
best
1. Take the bus from Portland, ME to Boston, MA - South Stationbus Portland / ...
2. Take the bus from Boston to Amherst Centerbus Ppb 6261 / ...
4h 59m
$41–98
Drive 174.2 mi
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1. Drive from Portland to Amherstcar 174.2 mi
3h 20m
$32–46
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Portland to Bostontrain
2. Take the train from Boston to Springfieldtrain
3. Take the bus from Springfield to Amherst Centerbus
7h 52m
$75–159
Bus (Flixbus)
1. Take the bus from City of Portland to Springfield Union Stationbus FlixBus N2615
6h 29m
$33–56

Portland to Amherst by bus and foot

3Weekly Services

4h 59mAverage Duration

$41Cheapest Price

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Distance: 200.2 mi
Duration: 4h 59m

What companies run services between Portland, ME, USA and Amherst, MA, USA?

You can take a bus from Portland, ME to Amherst Center via Boston, MA - South Station and Boston in around 4h 59m.

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