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

The cheapest way to get from Wellesley to Amherst is to train and bus which costs $6 - $14 and takes 3h 22m.

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

The fastest way to get from Wellesley to Amherst is to drive which takes 1h 42m and costs $14 - $22.

Is there a direct bus between Wellesley and Amherst?

No, there is no direct bus from Wellesley to Amherst. However, there are services departing from Wellesley Square - Central St opp Railroad Ave and arriving at Amherst Center via Boston. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 36m.

How far is it from Wellesley to Amherst?

The distance between Wellesley and Amherst is 77 miles. The road distance is 80.4 miles.

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

The best way to get from Wellesley to Amherst without a car is to train and bus which takes 3h 22m and costs $6 - $14.

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

It takes approximately 3h 22m to get from Wellesley to Amherst, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Wellesley to Amherst bus from?

Wellesley to Amherst bus services, operated by MBTA, depart from Wellesley Square - Central St opp Railroad Ave station.

Where does the Wellesley to Amherst bus arrive?

Wellesley to Amherst bus services, operated by MBTA, arrive at South Station - Bus Terminal Gates 4-6.

Can I drive from Wellesley to Amherst?

Yes, the driving distance between Wellesley to Amherst is 80 miles. It takes approximately 1h 42m to drive from Wellesley to Amherst.

Where can I stay near Amherst?

There are 45+ hotels available in Amherst.

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

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There are 4 ways to get from Wellesley to Amherst by train, bus, or car

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Train, bus
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1. Take the train from Wellesley Square to Worcestertrain Framingham/Worcester Line
2. Take the bus from Union Station Garage - Worcester to Amherst Commonbus B79
3h 22m
$7–13
Drive 79.9 mi
1. Drive from Wellesley to Amherstcar 79.9 mi
1h 42m
$15–22
Train, bus via University of Massachusetts Amherst
1. Take the train from Wellesley Square to Worcestertrain Framingham/Worcester Line
2. Take the bus from Worcester Union Station to University of Massachusetts Amherstbus FlixBus 2693
3h 32m
$14–24
Bus
1. Take the bus from Wellesley Square - Central St opp Railroad Ave to South Station - Bus Terminal Gates 4-6bus Worcester Line Shuttle
2. Take the bus from Boston to Amherst Centerbus Ppb 6261 / ...
3h 36m
$20–39

Wellesley to Amherst by train and bus

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3h 22mAverage Duration

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Distance: 77 mi
Duration: 3h 22m

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

You can take a bus from Wellesley Square - Central St opp Railroad Ave to Amherst Center via South Station - Bus Terminal Gates 4-6 and Boston in around 3h 36m.

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