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Amherst - Newport Bus Schedule

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Journey Information

There are 2 intercity buses per day from Amherst to Newport. Traveling by bus from Amherst to Newport usually takes around 11 hours and 18 minutes, but the fastest Peter Pan Lines bus can make the trip in 11 hours and 15 minutes.

Distance87 mi (140 km)
Shortest duration11h 15m
Cheapest price$58.46
Most frequent servicePeter Pan Lines
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What bus companies travel from Amherst to Newport?

There is one intercity bus company available to search and book on Wanderu that operates from Amherst to Newport. Peter Pan Lines is the one bus line that serves this route. Although it's the sole option, there are a couple of different scheduled times to choose from.

BusDaily TripsAvg. TimeAvg. Price
Peter Pan Lines211h 18m$58.46
  • Peter Pan Bus Lines is one of the biggest bus carriers in the Northeast region of the United States. Headquartered in Springfield, Massachusetts, the company offers affordable bus tickets and comfortable bus trips to over a dozen destinations across nine states and the District of Columbia. Peter Pan is known for their reliable bus service and green certified modern coaches that offer amenities such as onboard restrooms, free WiFi, power outlets and extra legroom between seats. Running an average of 2 bus trips every day during the week and 2 trips on weekends, Peter Pan is one of the main bus carriers between Amherst and Newport, offering bus tickets as low as $58.

Frequently Asked Questions

The bus takes an average of 11 hours and 18 minutes to cover the 140 kilometers from Amherst to Newport. However, the fastest bus only takes 11 hours and 15 minutes. It’s definitely on the longer side, so plan to get comfortable for a long road trip. Keep in mind that your actual bus may arrive earlier or later than scheduled, depending on whether there is more or less traffic than usual.

The busiest and least busy days to travel on this route tend to change frequently from week to week. Weather, holidays, local events, and other factors can affect how crowded the bus is on any given day.

The first bus leaves at 9:00am and the last bus leaves at 9:00am. To see the times for all buses from Amherst to Newport, enter your specific travel dates in the search bar.

There are usually only 2 buses per day from Amherst to Newport. However, neither bus offers direct service, so you will have to get off your original vehicle to transfer buses during the trip.

City Information

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Amherst is mainly known as an academic town, but there's also beauty to go with those brains. Amherst's collegiate reputation comes from three prestigious colleges in town: Amherst College, Hampshire College, and UMass Amherst. The grand campuses and bookish feel around the place will leave you feeling inspired; soon, you'll be sitting by Puffers Pond and reciting poetry.

Amherst owes much of its academic vibe to the local heroine, Emily Dickinson, born there in 1830. Visit the Emily Dickinson Museum to learn more about her life and legacy.

Due to its large student population, Amherst boasts a youthful and lively downtown area, filled with quaint coffee shops and bookstores, as well as varied restaurants and even an independent movie theatre. Plus, Amherst hosts one of the longest-running farmer's markets in the area, where every weekend, visitors can buy various handcrafted goods and local foods.

Although yellow school buses don't transport college students into town, there are many travel options for Amherst's students and visitors seeking a Massachusetts hidden gem. Bradley Airport is only one hour away in Connecticut, and the larger Logan Airport is roughly two hours away in Boston. Amtrak trains stop in nearby Northampton and Springfield, and Peter Pan and OurBus provide frequent and budget-friendly access to Amherst by bus.

Station Information

Where does the bus leave from in Amherst?

Main departure station: Amherst Center - 79 S Pleasant St

Amherst has two bus stations with service to Newport.

All bus stations in Amherst:

  • Amherst Center - 79 S Pleasant St

  • UMass Amherst - 130 Presidents Dr

Where does the bus arrive in Newport?

Main arrival station: Gateway Ctr - 23 America's Cup Ave

All buses from Amherst arrive at one main station in Newport.

Bus stations in Newport:

  • Gateway Ctr - 23 America's Cup Ave

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