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

The cheapest way to get from Somerville to Amherst is to train and bus which costs $8 - $16 and takes 3h 48m.

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

The fastest way to get from Somerville to Amherst is to drive which takes 1h 55m and costs $16 - $25.

Is there a direct bus between Somerville and Amherst?

No, there is no direct bus from Somerville to Amherst. However, there are services departing from Boston and arriving at Amherst Center via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 11m.

How far is it from Somerville to Amherst?

The distance between Somerville and Amherst is 97 miles. The road distance is 92 miles.

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

The best way to get from Somerville to Amherst without a car is to bus which takes 3h 11m and costs $22 - $60.

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

It takes approximately 3h 11m to get from Somerville to Amherst, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Somerville to Amherst bus from?

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

Where does the Somerville to Amherst bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Somerville to Amherst?

Yes, the driving distance between Somerville to Amherst is 92 miles. It takes approximately 1h 55m to drive from Somerville to Amherst.

Where can I stay near Amherst?

There are 36+ hotels available in Amherst.

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

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There are 4 ways to get from Somerville 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 11m
$22–57
Train, bus
cheapest
1. Take the train from Lansdowne to Worcestertrain Framingham/Worcester Line
2. Take the bus from Union Station Garage - Worcester to Amherst Commonbus B79
3h 48m
$9–15
Train, bus via University of Massachusetts Amherst
1. Take the train from Lansdowne to Worcestertrain Framingham/Worcester Line
2. Take the bus from Worcester Union Station to University of Massachusetts Amherstbus FlixBus 2693
3h 35m
$16–28
Drive 91.4 mi
1. Drive from Somerville to Amherstcar 91.4 mi
1h 55m
$17–25

Somerville to Amherst by subway, foot, and bus

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3h 11mAverage Duration

$22Cheapest Price

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Distance: 96 mi
Duration: 3h 11m

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

Peter Pan Bus Lines operates a bus from Boston to Amherst Center 3 times a week. Tickets cost $20–55 and the journey takes 2h.

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