The cheapest and fastest buses from Philadelphia, PA to Amherst, MA
Cheapest price
$69
Average price
$69
Fastest journey
12 h 35 m
Average duration
12 h 35 m
Buses per day
1
Distance
348 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Philadelphia, PA 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 Philadelphia, PA to Amherst, MA will cost around $69 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $69.
Of the 1 buses that leave Philadelphia, PA for Amherst, MA on Thu, Nov 06, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Thu, Nov 06 the direct buses cover the 348 km distance in an average of 12 h 35 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 12 h 35 m .
On Thu, Nov 06 the slowest buses will take 12 h 35 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, train, and flight for Philadelphia, PA to Amherst, MA
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Philadelphia, PA to Amherst, MA among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €50. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 4h 50m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €50, and a flight costs an average of €62.
Distance: 216 miles (348 km)
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| Bus | Most popular Train | Flight |
|---|---|---|
€65 Average price Cheapest | €109 Average price | €126 Average price |
7h 0m Average total duration 6h 30m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 44m Average total duration 6h 14m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 50m Average total duration Fastest 4h 50m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Philadelphia, PA to Amherst, MA bus times
The table below shows live departures for Philadelphia, PA to Amherst, MA buses for tomorrow, Thursday, November 6. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 7:55 AM Philadelphia, PA | 12h35 | 8:30 PM Amherst, MA | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Philadelphia, PA to Amherst, MA
Distance 216 miles (348 km) |
Average bus duration 6h 30m |
Cheapest ticket price $61 (€50) |
Buses per day 4 |
Fastest bus 8h 10m |
First bus 02:05 |
Last bus 23:45 |
Key Takeaways
Train Ticket Prices
- Budget Options: Train tickets from Philadelphia, PA to Amherst, MA start from as low as $61 (€50) if booked well in advance.
- Standard Fares: Typically, trains cost $80 (€65) depending on the train type and class.
Bus providers: FlixBus, Greyhound, Peter Pan Bus from Philadelphia, PA to Amherst, MAYou can travel by bus between Philadelphia, PA to Amherst, MA with FlixBus, Greyhound, Peter Pan Bus for as low as $61 (€50). When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Bus from Philadelphia, PA to Amherst, MA
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Philadelphia, PA 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.

- FlixBus
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Wheelchair-accessible buses.
- Greyhound
- Assistance
- Priority seating
- Wheelchair-accessible buses.
- 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.
- Greyhound
- You can cancel your ticket for a refund or exchange up to 24 hours before departure, for a cancellation fee applied.
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- FlixBus
- One carry-on bag up to 7kg (42x30x18 cm) and one checked bag up to 20kg (80x50x30 cm).
- Greyhound
- One carry-on bag up to 25 lbs (11 kg) and one checked bag up to 50 lbs (23 kg).
- FlixBus
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
- Greyhound
- $15 per additional bag.
- FlixBus
- Small pets in carriers allowed
- Guide dogs travel for free.
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