The cheapest and fastest trains from Boston, MA to Amherst, MA
Cheapest price
$73
Average price
$73
Fastest journey
5 h 47 m
Average duration
5 h 47 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
120 km
The best way to find a cheap train 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 $73 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $73.
Of the 1 trains that leave Boston, MA for Amherst, MA on Sun, Nov 09, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sun, Nov 09 the direct trains cover the 120 km distance in an average of 5 h 47 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 5 h 47 m .
On Sun, Nov 09 the slowest trains will take 5 h 47 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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| Train | Most popular Bus |
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€95 Average price | €28 Average price Cheapest |
5h 19m Average total duration 4h 49m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 53m Average total duration Fastest 2h 23m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Boston, MA to Amherst, MA train times
The table below shows live departures for Boston, MA to Amherst, MA trains for today, Saturday, November 8. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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![]() | 5:40 PM Boston, MA | 5h47 | 11:27 PM Amherst, MA | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 5:45 PM Boston, MA | 5h42 | 11:27 PM Amherst, MA | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Boston, MA to Amherst, MA
Trains from Boston, MA to Amherst, MA run on average 4 times per day, taking around 4h 49m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $61 (€50) but you can travel from only $22 (€18) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 08:00, the last at 18:45. The fastest train covers the 74 miles (120 km) distance in 5h 42m.
Distance 74 miles (120 km) |
Average train duration 4h 49m |
Cheapest ticket price $61 (€50) |
Trains per day 4 |
Fastest train 5h 42m |
First train 08:00 |
Last train 18:45 |
Train companies: Amtrak from Boston, MA to Amherst, MA trainsAmtrak trains will get you between Boston, MA and Amherst, MA from $22 (€18). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Trains from Boston, MA to Amherst, MA
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Boston, MA to Amherst, MA by train. 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 train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Amherst, MA, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Boston, MA to Amherst, MA
- 5:00 AM - 11:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 24/7. Access via Atlantic Avenue.
- Legal Sea Foods
- Tavern in the Square
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, restrooms.
- $0.50
- InterContinental Boston
- The Langham, Boston
- Boston Harbor Hotel
- Located in the main hall
- Avis
- Budget
- Enterprise
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platforms 1-5 for Amtrak services
- Hall 2: platforms 6-13 for MBTA Commuter Rail services
- Bus terminal located on the upper level.
- Subway: Red Line
- Bus: Several lines available
- Commuter Rail: Multiple lines
- 5:00 AM - 1:00 AM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- Parking is available nearby with several garages in the vicinity.
- Sorellina
- Atlantic Fish Company
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
- $0.50
- Copley Square Hotel
- The Westin Copley Place
- Fairmont Copley Plaza
- Located in the main hall
- Avis
- Enterprise
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-3 for Amtrak and MBTA Commuter Rail
- Hall 2: Orange Line subway platforms
- Subway: Orange Line
- Bus: Several lines available
- Commuter Rail: Framingham/Worcester Line, Franklin Line, Needham Line, Providence/Stoughton Line
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