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There are 8 intercity coaches per day from Washington DC to Amherst. Traveling by coach from Washington DC to Amherst usually takes around 10 hours and 44 minutes, but the fastest Peter Pan Lines coach can make the trip in 10 hours and 5 minutes.
| Distance | 337 mi (542 km) |
| Shortest duration | 10h 5m |
| Cheapest price | £31.93 |
| Most frequent service | Peter Pan Lines |
| Coach lines | 2 |
Average score for coaches from Washington to Amherst
(Based on 2 ratings and reviews)
4.0
Pros: Well maintained buses and hygiene. Cons: It gets delayed sometimes which feels little bad. Tips: Enjoy your journey!
5.0
Pros: The layover bus waited, otherwise I would have had to take an expensive Uber or hostel. Cons: Calculate more time in the NYC traffic.
Bus tickets for a trip from Washington DC to Amherst cost £42.33 on average. Tickets cheaper than £42.33 are an excellent bargain. If you book your trip ahead of time using Wanderu, you can easily find bus tickets at or below this price.
To save money on bus tickets, buy them as early as possible. Bus carriers usually charge higher ticket prices the closer you book to the date of travel. Book your ticket at least 28 days in advance to save up to £44.81.
There are two bus lines that have daily service from Washington DC to Amherst that you can compare and book on Wanderu. Of these two carriers, Peter Pan Lines usually offers more choice, with 8 scheduled trips per day.
| Coach | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| FlixBus US | 1 | 13h 33m | £63.57 |
| Peter Pan Lines | 8 | 10h 21m | £72.51 |
FlixBus US is the American branch of German bus company FlixBus, known for providing sustainable, affordable, and modern bus travel. The company offers cheap bus tickets to popular urban destinations throughout the United States. FlixBus US buses include many amenities, including comfortable seats, free WiFi, power outlets at every seat, and an online portal for free entertainment. On average, FlixBus US operates 1 trips per day from Washington to Amherst, and the average ticket for this route costs only .
Book Peter Pan Lines from Washington to Amherst from £44. There are 8 Peter Pan Lines schedules from Washington to Amherst and you can expect on average to pay for a Peter Pan Lines ticket to Amherst. In Washington, Peter Pan Lines departs to Amherst from Union Station and no other station. In Amherst, Peter Pan Lines arrives at Amherst Center - 79 S Pleasant St and 1 other station.
An average trip on Peter Pan Lines from Washington to Amherst takes 10 hours and 21 minutes , while the fastest available Peter Pan Lines trip will get you to Amherst in 10 hours and 5 minutes .
On weekends, Peter Pan Lines offers 9 trips per day and you could expect to pay for a weekend getaway to Amherst.
The coach takes an average of 10 hours and 44 minutes to cover the 337 miles from Washington DC to Amherst. However, the fastest coach only takes 10 hours and 5 minutes. It’s definitely on the longer side, so plan to get comfortable for a long road trip. Keep in mind that your actual coach may arrive earlier or later than scheduled, depending on whether there is more or less traffic than usual.
Tuesday is usually the day of the week when coaches are busiest. If you are planning to travel on a Tuesday, 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 coach travel on this route. If you're looking for some extra space on the coach, traveling mid-week is your best bet.
The first coach leaves at 00:00 and the last coach leaves at 12:00. To see the times for all coaches from Washington DC to Amherst, enter your specific travel dates in the search bar.
Washington, DC is the capital of the United States, and as such, it offers many points of interest of governmental and historical value. DC is home to several iconic landmarks, including the White House where the U.S. president resides, the Capitol building that houses the meeting chambers of the Senate and the House of Representatives, and the National Mall, where you can stop by the Lincoln Memorial, the Washington Monument, and the World War II Memorial. One of the reasons Washington, DC is among the best destinations to visit with your family is because it is home to so many world-famous museums, including the Smithsonians – 16 museums scattered across the District, most of which are open every day of the week, and even better, every single one is free.
D.C. is not just about politics and museums, though. The city’s active nightlife fittingly ranks it among the biggest party hubs in the country. Head to the vibrant Dupont Circle neighborhood to check out some of the finest restaurants that the nation’s capital has to offer, or join a food tour of Georgetown to get a taste of the area’s culture along with its cuisine.
Nested between Virginia and Maryland, Washington, D.C. is a key transportation hub with three nearby airports and several bus and train stations.
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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 coach.
Opened more than 100 years ago in 1907, Union Station is the largest transportation hub in Washington, D.C. with almost 5 million travelers passing through it every year. As the official headquarters of Amtrak, Union Station is the main train station in the U.S. capital. It is also a major hub for intercity bus travel, serving as the main bus station in D.C. for a number of carriers, including Greyhound, BoltBus, Peter Pan Bus Lines and OurBus. Union Station offers easy transit connections to places all over D.C. with dedicated stops for the city’s metro, bus and streetcar services, as well as commuter rail for travelers to and from the surrounding areas. Additionally, with a full blown shopping mall on the premises, Union Station is also among the most popular shopping destinations in the nation's capital.
Union Station
Coaches arrive in Amherst at 3 stations, depending on which coach line you are traveling with.
Amherst Center - 79 S Pleasant St
Amherst UMass
UMass Amherst
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