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

The cheapest way to get from Shirley to Amherst is to drive which costs $10 - $15 and takes 1h 22m.

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

The fastest way to get from Shirley to Amherst is to drive which takes 1h 22m and costs $10 - $15.

Is there a direct bus between Shirley and Amherst?

No, there is no direct bus from Shirley to Amherst. However, there are services departing from Fitchburg MA and arriving at Memorial Drive via Fine Arts Center. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 50m.

How far is it from Shirley to Amherst?

The distance between Shirley and Amherst is 79 miles. The road distance is 57 miles.

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

The best way to get from Shirley to Amherst without a car is to bus which takes 3h 50m and costs $12 - $29.

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

It takes approximately 3h 50m to get from Shirley to Amherst, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Shirley to Amherst bus from?

Shirley to Amherst bus services, operated by Greyhound USA, depart from Fitchburg MA station.

Where does the Shirley to Amherst bus arrive?

Shirley to Amherst bus services, operated by Greyhound USA, arrive at University of Massachusetts Amherst station.

Can I drive from Shirley to Amherst?

Yes, the driving distance between Shirley to Amherst is 57 miles. It takes approximately 1h 22m to drive from Shirley to Amherst.

Where can I stay near Amherst?

There are 37+ hotels available in Amherst.

Shirley to Amherst - 3 ways to travel via train, bus, taxi, and car

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There are 3 ways to get from Shirley to Amherst by bus (Greyhound), train, taxi, or car

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Bus (Greyhound)
best
1. Take the bus from Fitchburg MA to University of Massachusetts Amherstbus Greyhound US0256S
3h 50m
$13–28
Drive 56.7 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Shirley to Amherstcar 56.7 mi
1h 22m
$11–15
Train, taxi
1. Take the train from Shirley to Wachusetttrain Fitchburg Line
2. Take the taxi from Wachusett to Amhersttaxi
1h 32m
$133–168

Shirley to Amherst by train and bus (Greyhound)

5Weekly Services

3h 50mAverage Duration

$13Cheapest Price

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Distance: 79 mi
Duration: 3h 50m

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

Greyhound USA operates a bus from Fitchburg MA to University of Massachusetts Amherst 5 times a week. Tickets cost $10–19 and the journey takes 2h.

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