What is the cheapest way to get from Springfield to Amherst College?

The cheapest way to get from Springfield to Amherst College is to bus via Academy of Music which costs $1 - $4 and takes 2h 3m.

What is the fastest way to get from Springfield to Amherst College?

The fastest way to get from Springfield to Amherst College is to drive which takes 36 min and costs $3 - $6.

Is there a direct bus between Springfield and Amherst College?

No, there is no direct bus from Springfield station to Amherst College. However, there are services departing from Springfield Union Station and arriving at Amherst Town Hall via Fine Arts Center. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 6m.

How far is it from Springfield to Amherst College?

The distance between Springfield and Amherst College is 23 miles. The road distance is 20.9 miles.

How do I travel from Springfield to Amherst College without a car?

The best way to get from Springfield to Amherst College without a car is to bus which takes 1h 6m and costs $4 - $9.

How long does it take to get from Springfield to Amherst College?

It takes approximately 1h 6m to get from Springfield to Amherst College, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Springfield to Amherst College bus from?

Springfield to Amherst College bus services, operated by Greyhound USA, depart from Springfield Union Station.

Where does the Springfield to Amherst College bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Springfield to Amherst College?

Yes, the driving distance between Springfield to Amherst College is 21 miles. It takes approximately 36 min to drive from Springfield to Amherst College.

Where can I stay near Amherst College?

There are 36+ hotels available in Amherst College.

Springfield to Amherst College - 4 ways to travel via bus, car, and taxi

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There are 4 ways to get from Springfield to Amherst College by bus (Greyhound), car, taxi, or bus

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Bus (Greyhound)
best
1. Take the bus from Springfield Union Station to University of Massachusetts Amherstbus Greyhound US0256S
1h 6m
$4–8
Bus via Academy of Music
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Union Station Bay 10 to Academy of Musicbus G73e
2. Take the bus from Academy of Music to Amherst Collegebus B43
2h 3m
$2–4
Drive 20.8 mi
1. Drive from Springfield to Amherst Collegecar 20.8 mi
36 min
$4–6
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Springfield to Amherst Collegetaxi 20.8 mi
36 min
$55–70

Springfield to Amherst College by bus and foot (Greyhound)

5Weekly Services

1h 6mAverage Duration

$4Cheapest Price

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Distance: 22.8 mi
Duration: 1h 6m

What companies run services between Springfield, MA, USA and Amherst College, MA, USA?

Greyhound USA operates a bus from Springfield Union Station to University of Massachusetts Amherst 5 times a week. Tickets cost $3–7 and the journey takes 45 min.

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