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

The cheapest way to get from Stamford to Amherst is to bus which costs $18 - $35 and takes 5h 13m.

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

The fastest way to get from Stamford to Amherst is to drive which takes 2h 30m and costs $22 - $35.

Is there a direct bus between Stamford and Amherst?

No, there is no direct bus from Stamford to Amherst. However, there are services departing from Stamford Bus Stop and arriving at Amherst College via Union Station Bay 10 and Academy of Music. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 13m.

Is there a direct train between Stamford and Amherst?

No, there is no direct train from Stamford station to Amherst. However, there are services departing from Stamford Amtrak Station and arriving at Northampton via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 53m.

How far is it from Stamford to Amherst?

The distance between Stamford and Amherst is 129 miles. The road distance is 121.3 miles.

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

The best way to get from Stamford to Amherst without a car is to train which takes 4h 53m and costs $35 - $80.

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

It takes approximately 4h 53m to get from Stamford to Amherst, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Stamford to Amherst bus from?

Stamford to Amherst bus services, operated by Greyhound USA, depart from Stamford Bus Stop station.

Where do I catch the Stamford to Amherst train from?

Stamford to Amherst train services, operated by Amtrak, depart from Stamford Amtrak Station.

Train or bus from Stamford to Amherst?

The best way to get from Stamford to Amherst is to train which takes 4h 53m and costs $35 - $80. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $18 - $35 and takes 5h 13m.

Where does the Stamford to Amherst bus arrive?

Stamford to Amherst bus services, operated by Greyhound USA, arrive at Springfield Union Station.

Where does the Stamford to Amherst train arrive?

Stamford to Amherst train services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at Northampton station.

Can I drive from Stamford to Amherst?

Yes, the driving distance between Stamford to Amherst is 121 miles. It takes approximately 2h 30m to drive from Stamford to Amherst.

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

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Where can I stay near Amherst?

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

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Train (Amtrak)
best
1. Take the train from Stamford Amtrak Station to Northamptontrain Vermonter
4h 53m
$39–80
Bus (Greyhound)
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Stamford Bus Stop to Springfield Union Stationbus Greyhound US0240
5h 13m
$18–35
Drive 120.6 mi
1. Drive from Stamford to Amherstcar 120.6 mi
2h 30m
$22–32

Stamford to Amherst by train, foot, and bus (Amtrak)

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4h 53mAverage Duration

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Distance: 128.5 mi
Duration: 4h 53m

What companies run services between Stamford, CT, USA and Amherst, MA, USA?

Amtrak operates a train from Stamford Amtrak Station to Northampton once daily. Tickets cost $35–80 and the journey takes 3h 39m. Alternatively, Greyhound USA operates a bus from Stamford Bus Stop to Springfield Union Station once daily. Tickets cost $16–35 and the journey takes 2h 50m.

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