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

The cheapest way to get from Wakefield to Amherst is to drive which costs $16 - $24 and takes 2h 4m.

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

The fastest way to get from Wakefield to Amherst is to drive which takes 2h 4m and costs $16 - $24.

Is there a direct bus between Wakefield and Amherst?

No, there is no direct bus from Wakefield to Amherst. However, there are services departing from Boston and arriving at Amherst Center via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 41m.

How far is it from Wakefield to Amherst?

The distance between Wakefield and Amherst is 106 miles. The road distance is 91.7 miles.

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

The best way to get from Wakefield to Amherst without a car is to bus which takes 3h 41m and costs $23 - $65.

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

It takes approximately 3h 41m to get from Wakefield to Amherst, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Wakefield to Amherst bus from?

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

Where does the Wakefield to Amherst bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Wakefield to Amherst?

Yes, the driving distance between Wakefield to Amherst is 92 miles. It takes approximately 2h 4m to drive from Wakefield to Amherst.

Where can I stay near Amherst?

There are 36+ hotels available in Amherst.

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

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

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Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Boston to Amherst Centerbus Ppb 6261 / ...
3h 41m
$24–64
Drive 91.1 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Wakefield to Amherstcar 91.1 mi
2h 4m
$17–24
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Boston to Springfieldtrain Lake Shore Limited
2. Take the bus from Springfield to Amherst Centerbus Ppb 6509 / ...
5h 43m
$39–89
Bus via Robert B Kennedy Bus Transfer Center (Greyhound)
1. Take the bus from Robert B Kennedy Bus Transfer Center to University of Massachusetts Amherstbus Greyhound US0256S
6h 22m
$19–41

Wakefield to Amherst by train, subway, foot, and bus

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3h 41mAverage Duration

$24Cheapest Price

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Distance: 105.4 mi
Duration: 3h 41m

What companies run services between Wakefield, 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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