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4.6The cheapest and fastest buses from Boston, MA to Amherst, MA
Cheapest price
$37
Average price
$52
Fastest journey
2 h 25 m
Average duration
3 h 15 m
Buses per day
2
Distance
120 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Boston, MA to Amherst, MA is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Boston, MA to Amherst, MA will cost around $52 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $37.
Of the 2 buses that leave Boston, MA for Amherst, MA on Fri, Nov 28, 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Fri, Nov 28 the direct buses cover the 120 km distance in an average of 3 h 15 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 2 h 25 m .
On Fri, Nov 28 the slowest buses will take 4 h 5 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
Travel Information
Compare bus and train for Boston, MA to Amherst, MA
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Boston, MA to Amherst, MA among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €18. For those with little time consider booking a bus which can get you there in 2h 23m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €18, and a train costs an average of €50.
Distance: 74 miles (120 km)
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Most popular Bus | Train |
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€28 Average price Cheapest | €95 Average price |
2h 53m Average total duration Fastest 2h 23m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 19m Average total duration 4h 49m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Boston, MA to Amherst, MA Bus Timetables
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 11:10AM | Arrival Time 03:15PM | Duration 4h05 | Departure days Tue, Sat | Cheapest price $27 |
Live departures
Boston, MA to Amherst, MA bus times
The table below shows live departures for Boston, MA to Amherst, MA buses for today, Thursday, November 27. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2:45 PM Boston, MA | 2h25 | 5:10 PM Amherst, MA | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Boston, MA to Amherst, MA
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Buses from Boston, MA to Amherst, MA run on average 1 times per day, taking around 2h 23m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $22 (€18) if you book in advance.
The earliest bus runs at 08:45, the last at 21:50. The fastest bus covers the 74 miles (120 km) distance in 1h 20m.
Distance 74 miles (120 km) |
Average bus duration 2h 23m |
Cheapest ticket price $22 (€18) |
Buses per day 1 |
Fastest bus 1h 20m |
First bus 08:45 |
Last bus 21:50 |
Bus providers: Greyhound, FlixBus from Boston, MA to Amherst, MAYou can travel by bus between Boston, MA to Amherst, MA with Greyhound, FlixBus for as low as $22 (€18). When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Bus from Boston, MA to Amherst, MA
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Boston, MA to Amherst, MA by bus. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest bus, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Amherst, MA, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
- Greyhound
- Assistance
- Priority seating
- Wheelchair-accessible buses.
- FlixBus
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Wheelchair-accessible buses.
- Greyhound
- You can cancel your ticket for a refund or exchange up to 24 hours before departure, for a cancellation fee applied.
- FlixBus
- You can cancel your ticket up to 15 minutes before departure and receive a voucher for future travel. Refund requests for delays over 120 minutes are possible.
To find the cheapest bus tickets for your trip from Boston, MA to Amherst, MA, follow these tips:
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- Greyhound
- One carry-on bag up to 25 lbs (11 kg) and one checked bag up to 50 lbs (23 kg).
- FlixBus
- One carry-on bag up to 7kg (42x30x18 cm) and one checked bag up to 20kg (80x50x30 cm).
- Greyhound
- $15 per additional bag.
- FlixBus
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
- FlixBus
- Small pets in carriers allowed
- Guide dogs travel for free.
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