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Amherst to New York Coach Timetable

Coach from Amherst to New York: Journey Information

There are 7 intercity coaches per day from Amherst to New York. Traveling by coach from Amherst to New York usually takes around 4 hours and 40 minutes, but the fastest OurBus coach can make the trip in 3 hours and 25 minutes.

Distance138 mi (222 km)
Shortest duration3h 25m
Cheapest price£16.76
Trips per day4
Most frequent servicePeter Pan Lines
Coach lines2

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Coach Trip Reviews from Wanderu Customers

Average score for coaches from Amherst to New York

(Based on 15 ratings and reviews)

4.9

4.0

VELASCO

5 July 2025- Business

Peter Pan Lines

Driver David

5.0

Yahmani

18 April 2025- Regular commuter

Peter Pan Lines

Pros: Sat by myself. Cons: Nothing. Tips: No.

5.0

Rebecca

26 August 2024- Visiting family

Peter Pan Lines

Pros: The driver, who simply told us she did not have any planned stops, but she would stop if any passenger needed to at any point in the trip, just tell her. There were only 3 travelers, all 3 of us going from NYC to Amherst, so it felt like a road trip with a friend in the driver's seat. Also, we were in a very nice Mercedes minivan-type vehicle. We arrived in Amherst early, by the way. Cons: I have one major complaint. I booked a round trip ticket from NYC to Amherst, MA. I wanted to leave from a location in NYC that was easy to get to from the subway. I carefully chose a trip to Amherst that supposedly left from Moynihan Hall. What I got, despite my care, was a trip that left from 1st Ave and 39th. Ya can't get there from where I live in Brooklyn. Boo!

5.0

Hillary

21 September 2023- Visiting family

Peter Pan Lines

Pros: The driver made me feel safe because he seemed contientious. Traffic was congested in NYC, but being late wasn't the drivers fault. Cons: Your outlets to charge a cell phone needs to be updated to either plug-in outlets or ones that work for both Android and iPhone. The current ones ae too big fo Android phones, and are sized for iPhones.

5.0

Lydia

14 November 2022- Visiting family

OurBus

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How much is a coach ticket from Amherst to New York?

Bus tickets for a trip from Amherst to New York cost £35.17 on average. Tickets cheaper than £35.17 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.

Average coach ticket prices from Amherst to New York by travel date

£46£30£15NovNov

If you're planning to travel by bus from Amherst to New York in the next month, the average ticket price is expected to range from £25 to £46. The cheapest bus tickets available in the next few weeks are for trips departing on 19 November 2025.

If you’re looking to travel to New York this week, bus tickets are available starting at £31.

Average coach ticket prices from Amherst to New York by month

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If you're on the hunt for the cheapest bus tickets from Amherst to New York, mark your calendar for February. During this period, you can expect to find the lowest average ticket price of the year, just £29. However, taking the bus from Amherst to New York during June is not so cheap. This time of year, ticket prices often reach an average of £40. The best way to find deals on a trip in June is to plan ahead and book your bus ticket as early as possible.

Prices as travel date approaches

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Most bus companies charge higher ticket prices closer to the date of travel, so it’s a good idea to buy your bus tickets as early as possible. To find the cheapest bus tickets, book your trip at least 14 days in advance. This way, you can save up to £0.96 on your bus ticket compared to booking last-minute.

What coach companies travel from Amherst to New York?

There are two bus lines that have daily service from Amherst to New York that you can compare and book on Wanderu. Of these two carriers, Peter Pan Lines usually offers more choice, with 7 scheduled trips per day.

CoachDaily TripsAvg. TimeAvg. Price
OurBus23h 35m£37.61
Peter Pan Lines74h 45m£36.97

  • OurBus is an intercity bus company based in New York City. OurBus provides cheap bus tickets to some of the most popular cities in the United States. All OurBus coaches come equipped with a generous roster of amenities, including extra legroom, freshly cleaned restroom, free WiFi, power outlets at every seat, and complimentary bottled water. With cheap bus tickets starting from £29, OurBus is one of the best ways to travel by bus from Amherst to New York if you are looking for comfort at a good price.

  • Book Peter Pan Lines from Amherst to New York from £14. There are 7 Peter Pan Lines schedules from Amherst to New York and you can expect on average to pay for a Peter Pan Lines ticket to New York. In Amherst, Peter Pan Lines departs to New York from Amherst UMass and 1 other station. In New York, Peter Pan Lines arrives at Port Authority Bus Station and no other station.

    An average trip on Peter Pan Lines from Amherst to New York takes 4 hours and 45 minutes , while the fastest available Peter Pan Lines trip will get you to New York in 3 hours and 25 minutes .

    On weekends, Peter Pan Lines offers 5 trips per day and you could expect to pay for a weekend getaway to New York.

Frequently asked questions about traveling by coach from Amherst to New York

The coach takes an average of 4 hours and 40 minutes to cover the 138 miles from Amherst to New York. However, the fastest coach only takes 3 hours and 25 minutes. In other words, you'll have plenty of time to rest and relax on the road. 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.

"With many people traveling in the middle of the week, Wednesday is the busiest day of the week for coach travel. If you are planning to travel on a Wednesday, you should make sure to book tickets well in advance as they may sell out.

On the other hand, Sunday is typically the least busy day for coach travel on this route. If you are looking for less crowded coaches to New York, book your ticket for the last day of the week."

The first coach leaves at 07:00 and the last coach leaves at 16:00. To see the times for all coaches from Amherst to New York, enter your specific travel dates in the search bar.

There are 7 scheduled coaches that travel from Amherst to New York every day, so you have a decent number of options to choose from. This includes 4 direct coaches, where you can stay on the same coach without having to transfer to a connecting coach at any point during your trip.

City Information

Amherst

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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 coach.

New York

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New York is one of the most exciting cities in the world for a reason – it offers numerous opportunities for a great time to visitors of all ages and interests. For the culturally inclined travelers, the city boasts a unique collection of world-famous museums, as well as the chance to see the best plays and musicals that Broadway has to offer, or check out the latest production at the Metropolitan Opera. If sightseeing is your cardio, NYC is the place to be – just by walking around town, you can visit such iconic landmarks like the Empire State Building, the Brooklyn Bridge, and Times Square. Or hop on a ferry to Ellis Island to meet the Statue of Liberty up-close and personal.

NYC’s five boroughs feature more than 1,700 parks, including the gorgeous Central Park, making it one of the best cities for outdoor activities in the country. As for the nightlife, there’s no argument that New York City is the biggest party hub in the U.S.

With three major bus and train stations in Manhattan alone – Port Authority, Grand Central & Penn Station – and three nearby airports, NYC is one of the predominant travel hubs in the world. If you are ever looking to get out of town, NYC is centrally connected throughout the state and region, you can easily hop on a train to Albany to go explore upstate New York.

Station Information

Where does the coach leave from in Amherst?

Main departure station: Amherst UMass

Coaches to New York leave from 4 stations in Amherst.

All coach stations in Amherst:

  • Amherst UMass

  • Amherst Center - 79 S Pleasant St

  • UMass Amherst - 130 Presidents Dr

  • Amherst Town Common

Where does the coach arrive in New York?

Main arrival station: Port Authority Bus Station

These are the two stations where coaches may stop when they arrive in New York.

Coach stations in New York:

  • Port Authority Bus Station

  • 672 1st Ave btwn 38th & 39th St

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