The cheapest and fastest trains from Philadelphia, PA to Amherst, MA
Cheapest price
$110
Average price
$124
Fastest journey
6 h 12 m
Average duration
6 h 13 m
Trains per day
2
Distance
348 km
The best way to find a cheap train 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 $124 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $110.
Of the 2 trains that leave Philadelphia, PA for Amherst, MA on Tue, Dec 23, 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Tue, Dec 23 the direct trains cover the 348 km distance in an average of 6 h 13 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 6 h 12 m .
On Tue, Dec 23 the slowest trains will take 6 h 13 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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Most popular Train | Bus | Flight |
|---|---|---|
€109 Average price | €65 Average price Cheapest | €126 Average price |
6h 44m Average total duration 6h 14m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 0m Average total duration 6h 30m 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 train times
The table below shows live departures for Philadelphia, PA to Amherst, MA trains for today, Monday, December 22. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
130 Northeast Regional · 56 Vermonter | 1:34 PM 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 7h23 | 8:57 PM Northampton Station, Northampton, MA | 1 transfer | |
130 Northeast Regional · 56 Vermonter | 1:34 PM 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 7h07 | 8:41 PM Holyoke Station, Holyoke, MA | 1 transfer | |
130 Northeast Regional · 56 Vermonter | 1:34 PM 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 7h48 | 9:22 PM Greenfield Station, Greenfield, MA | 1 transfer | |
56 Vermonter | 3:01 PM 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 5h40 | 8:41 PM Holyoke Station, Holyoke, MA | 0 transfersDirect | |
56 Vermonter | 3:01 PM 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 6h21 | 9:22 PM Greenfield Station, Greenfield, MA | 0 transfersDirect | |
56 Vermonter | 3:01 PM 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 5h56 | 8:57 PM Northampton Station, Northampton, MA | 0 transfersDirect | |
86 Northeast Regional · 486 Valley Flyer | 3:50 PM 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 6h40 | 10:30 PM Greenfield Station, Greenfield, MA | 1 transfer | |
86 Northeast Regional · 486 Valley Flyer | 3:50 PM 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 5h58 | 9:48 PM Holyoke Station, Holyoke, MA | 1 transfer | |
86 Northeast Regional · 486 Valley Flyer | 3:50 PM 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 6h14 | 10:04 PM Northampton Station, Northampton, MA | 1 transfer | |
42 Pennsylvanian · 94 Northeast Regional · 494 Valley Flyer | 8:25 PM 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 6h42 | 3:07 AM Northampton Station, Northampton, MA | 2 transfers | |
42 Pennsylvanian · 94 Northeast Regional · 494 Valley Flyer | 8:25 PM 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 6h26 | 2:51 AM Holyoke Station, Holyoke, MA | 2 transfers | |
42 Pennsylvanian · 94 Northeast Regional · 494 Valley Flyer | 8:25 PM 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 7h08 | 3:33 AM Greenfield Station, Greenfield, MA | 2 transfers | |
94 Northeast Regional · 494 Valley Flyer | 8:59 PM 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 6h08 | 3:07 AM Northampton Station, Northampton, MA | 1 transfer | |
94 Northeast Regional · 494 Valley Flyer | 8:59 PM 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 5h52 | 2:51 AM Holyoke Station, Holyoke, MA | 1 transfer | |
94 Northeast Regional · 494 Valley Flyer | 8:59 PM 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 6h34 | 3:33 AM Greenfield Station, Greenfield, MA | 1 transfer | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Philadelphia, PA to Amherst, MA
Trains from Philadelphia, PA to Amherst, MA run on average 12 times per day, taking around 6h 14m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $75 (€60) but you can travel from only $62 (€50) by bus.
There are 2 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 06:05, the last at 18:45. The fastest train covers the 216 miles (348 km) distance in 6h 0m.
Distance 216 miles (348 km) |
Average train duration 6h 14m |
Cheapest ticket price $75 (€60) |
Trains per day 12 |
Direct trains 2 |
Fastest train 6h 0m |
First train 06:05 |
Last train 18:45 |
Train companies: Amtrak from Philadelphia, PA to Amherst, MA trainsAmtrak trains will get you between Philadelphia, PA and Amherst, MA from $62 (€50). 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 Philadelphia, PA to Amherst, MA
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Philadelphia, PA 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 Philadelphia, PA to Amherst, MA
- 5:15 AM - 10:30 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 24/7. Access via 30th Street and Market Street.
- Bridgewater's Pub
- The Porch at 30th Street Station
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
- $1
- The Inn at Penn, a Hilton Hotel
- Sheraton Philadelphia University City Hotel
- The Study at University City
- Located in the main hall
- Located in the main hall
- Enterprise
- Hertz
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Main Hall: entrance, ticketing, and waiting area
- Upper Level: Amtrak platforms
- Lower Level: SEPTA Regional Rail platforms
- SEPTA: Market-Frankford Line
- Trolley: Routes 10, 11, 13, 34, 36
- Bus: Several lines available
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