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Journey Information
There are 6 intercity buses per day from Barnstable to Amherst. Traveling by bus from Barnstable to Amherst usually takes around 6 hours and 45 minutes, but the fastest Peter Pan Lines bus can make the trip in 3 hours and 15 minutes.
| Distance | 123 mi (198 km) |
| Shortest duration | 3h 15m |
| Cheapest price | $56.59 |
| Most frequent service | Peter Pan Lines |
| Bus lines | 1 |
How much is a bus ticket from Barnstable to Amherst?
$56.59 is the average price of a bus ticket from Barnstable to Amherst. Any tickets cheaper than $56.59 can be considered a great deal. It’s easy to find a bus ticket at this price or lower when you use Wanderu to book your trip online in advance of your travel date.
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What bus companies travel from Barnstable to Amherst?
There is one intercity bus company available to search and book on Wanderu that operates from Barnstable to Amherst. Peter Pan Lines connects the two cities by bus, it offers multiple scheduled buses per day for you to choose from.
| Bus | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Peter Pan Lines | 6 | 6h 46m | $60.18 |
Book Peter Pan Lines from Barnstable to Amherst from $57. There are 6 Peter Pan Lines schedules from Barnstable to Amherst and you can expect on average to pay for a Peter Pan Lines ticket to Amherst. In Barnstable, Peter Pan Lines departs to Amherst from 2155 Iyannough Rd and 3 other stations. In Amherst, Peter Pan Lines arrives at Amherst UMass and 1 other station.
An average trip on Peter Pan Lines from Barnstable to Amherst takes 6 hours and 46 minutes , while the fastest available Peter Pan Lines trip will get you to Amherst in 3 hours and 15 minutes .
On weekends, Peter Pan Lines offers 10 trips per day and you could expect to pay for a weekend getaway trip to Amherst.
Frequently Asked Questions
The bus takes an average of 6 hours and 45 minutes to cover the 198 kilometers from Barnstable to Amherst. However, the fastest bus only takes 3 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.
"Because many passengers travel from Barnstable to Amherst at the beginning of the work week, Monday is usually the busiest day for buses. If you are planning to travel on a Monday, you should make sure to book tickets well in advance as they may sell out.
On the other hand, Wednesday is typically the least busy day for bus travel on this route. If you're looking for some extra space on the bus, traveling mid-week is your best bet."
The first bus leaves at 9:00am and the last bus leaves at 9:00am. To see the times for all buses from Barnstable to Amherst, enter your specific travel dates in the search bar.
City Information
Barnstable
Hyannis, sometimes called the "Capital of the Cape," is the biggest and most vibrant of the seven sprawling villages that comprise the town of Barnstable. Barnstable, and Hyannis within it, is located in the middle of Cape Cod, one of the most iconic summer destinations in New England.
Indeed, the harbor village of Hyannis is a presidential choice for a trip since it was one of John F. Kennedy's favorite vacation spots. Although the beachfront Kennedy Compound is private property, you can visit the JFK Hyannis Museum to learn all about the Kennedys' relationship with the area.
To develop your own relationship with Cape Cod, shop and eat along the vibrant Main Street or take boatbuilding classes at the waterfront Cape Cod Maritime Museum. Windsurfers will be happy to know they can sail the winds of Kalmus Park Beach. Outside of Hyannis, the rest of Barnstable is graced with expanses of white-sand beaches, golf clubs, beautiful marshes, and marinas where boats leave for whale-watching tours.
Cape Cod's closest major airport is Logan International Airport in Boston. Traveling from Boston to Cape Cod is easy on Peter Pan buses to Hyannis. Seasonal commuter rail trains also connect to Hyannis in the summer. Martha's Vineyard and Nantucket, two islands off the Cape, are just a ferry ride away from the Hyannis waterfront.
Amherst
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Link to image attributionAmherst 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 Barnstable?
Main departure station: 2155 Iyannough Rd
Buses to Amherst leave from 4 stations in Barnstable.
All bus stations in Barnstable:
2155 Iyannough Rd
Hyannis Cpe Cod Gtwy Airport
Ocean Street Market
Cape Cod Regional Hospital
Where does the bus arrive in Amherst?
Main arrival station: Amherst UMass
These are the two stations where buses may stop when they arrive in Amherst.
Bus stations in Amherst:
Amherst UMass
Amherst Center - 79 S Pleasant St
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