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

The cheapest way to get from Salem to Amherst is to drive which costs $17 - $25 and takes 1h 59m.

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

The fastest way to get from Salem to Amherst is to drive which takes 1h 59m and costs $17 - $25.

Is there a direct bus between Salem and Amherst?

No, there is no direct bus from Salem to Amherst. However, there are services departing from Salem, NH-exit 2 and arriving at Amherst Center via Boston. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 56m.

How far is it from Salem to Amherst?

The distance between Salem and Amherst is 131 miles. The road distance is 94.2 miles.

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

The best way to get from Salem to Amherst without a car is to bus via Boston which takes 3h 56m and costs $50 - $100.

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

It takes approximately 3h 56m to get from Salem to Amherst, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Salem to Amherst bus from?

Salem to Amherst bus services, operated by Boston Express, depart from Salem, NH-exit 2 station.

Where does the Salem to Amherst bus arrive?

Salem to Amherst bus services, operated by Boston Express, arrive at Boston South Buses station.

Can I drive from Salem to Amherst?

Yes, the driving distance between Salem to Amherst is 94 miles. It takes approximately 1h 59m to drive from Salem to Amherst.

Where can I stay near Amherst?

There are 37+ hotels available in Amherst.

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

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There are 4 ways to get from Salem to Amherst by bus, train, car, or bus (Greyhound)

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Bus via Boston
best
1. Take the bus from Salem, NH-exit 2 to Boston South Busesbus I-93 Southbound / ...
2. Take the bus from Boston to Amherst Centerbus Ppb 6261 / ...
3h 56m
$52–96
Drive 93.7 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Salem to Amherstcar 93.7 mi
1h 59m
$18–25
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Boston to Springfieldtrain Lake Shore Limited
2. Take the bus from Springfield to Amherst Centerbus Ppb 6509 / ...
6h 28m
$91–151
Bus (Greyhound)
1. Take the bus from Robert B Kennedy Bus Transfer Center to University of Massachusetts Amherstbus Greyhound US0256S
5h 40m
$65–90

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Distance: 130.2 mi
Duration: 3h 56m

What companies run services between Salem, NH, USA and Amherst, MA, USA?

You can take a vehicle from Salem to Amherst Center via Salem, NH-exit 2, Boston, South Station, and Boston in around 3h 56m.

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