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There are 11 intercity buses per day from Boston to Amherst. Traveling by bus from Boston to Amherst usually takes around 3 hours and 25 minutes, but the fastest OurBus bus can make the trip in just one hour and 40 minutes.
| Distance | 75 mi (120 km) |
| Shortest duration | 1h 40m |
| Cheapest price | €0.94 |
| Trips per day | 1 |
| Most frequent service | Peter Pan Lines |
| Bus lines | 2 |
Overall score for buses from Boston to Amherst
(Based on 17 ratings and reviews)
5.0
Pros: Ride felt safe. Cons: Driver could have been more friendly. Tips: Pack a snack. Be prepared for some delays.
4.0
Pros: Friendly bus driver. Cons: No change of buses in Springfield.
4.0
Pros: Got the job done. Cons: Leave a few minutes late not exactly at the time. Tips: Get there on time.
5.0
Pros: The first bus driver was so hospitable. Cons: It was good. Tips: Peter Pan is a great way to travel.
€14.22 is the average price of a bus ticket from Boston to Amherst. This is currently one of the best deals in bus travel. 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.
Over the next four weeks, the average ticket price of a bus from Boston to Amherst is expected to range from €7 to €36. If you are looking to travel to Amherst within the next week, you can find bus tickets starting from €28. The cheapest bus tickets in the next month are €7 and can be found on 20 June 2023.
Most bus companies charge higher ticket prices the closer you book to the date of travel, so it’s a good idea to buy your bus tickets as early as possible. The best way to find cheap bus tickets is to book at least 20 days in advance. By doing so, you can expect to save €21.75 on your bus ticket compared to booking at the last minute.
There are two bus lines that have daily service from Boston to Amherst that you can compare and book on Wanderu. Of these two carriers, Peter Pan Lines usually offers more choice, with 11 scheduled trips per day.
| Bus | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| OurBus | 1 | 1h 41m | €14.05 |
| Peter Pan Lines | 11 | 3h 43m | €35.98 |
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 €1, OurBus is one of the best ways to travel by bus from Boston to Amherst if you are looking for comfort at a good price.
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The bus takes an average of 3 hours and 25 minutes to cover the 120 kilometers from Boston to Amherst. However, the fastest bus only takes an hour and 40 minutes. It's the perfect amount of time to take a nap, get some work done, or watch a movie. 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.
"Thursday is usually the day of the week when buses are busiest. If you are planning to travel on a Thursday, 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 bus travel on this route. If you are looking for less crowded buses to Amherst, book your ticket for the last day of the week."
The first bus leaves at 07:00 and the last bus leaves at 16:00. To see the times for all buses from Boston to Amherst, enter your specific travel dates in the search bar.
Boston is one of the oldest cities in the country, but it is kept young and fresh with the help of over 150,000 students who flock to the city’s prestigious universities every year. Beantown’s many sights and activities celebrate American history, prolific sports teams, and New England seafood. So let's spill the tea (into the harbor, if you will):
Boston's Freedom Trail is the best way to see the city on foot and visit some of the most iconic landmarks of the American Revolution: from Bunker Hill and the USS Constitution to the Old North Church and Faneuil Hall. The Freedom Trail officially begins in Boston Common, the oldest public park in the U.S. and a beautiful spot for walking, picnicking, or ice skating in the winter. Foodies will love tasting the Italian cuisine in the North End and the modern eateries of South End, while sports fans can tour Fenway Park, and art lovers can explore the expansive Museum of Fine Arts.
From Boston, travelers can easily get to the beachy summer destination of Cape Cod, or surrounding states like New Hampshire, Vermont, and Rhode Island. With four main train stations and several bus stops in the city, as well as Boston Logan Airport (which, by the way, has some excellent airport food), Boston is a central hub for travel throughout New England and beyond.
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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.
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The South Station Bus Terminal is Boston's primary intercity bus station, and a major hub for bus companies like Greyhound, OurBus, Concord Coach Lines, Peter Pan Bus Lines, and more. The bus station is directly adjacent to the South Station Train Terminal, making it easy to access the local MBTA public transit, commuter rail, and connections to the airport. At the bus station, you'll find an on-site parking garage, a food court, and free WiFi. Nestled between the Financial District, Chinatown, and the Seaport, South Station is within a short walk from some of Boston's top sights and it is easily accessible by any mode of transportation.
South Station Bus Terminal
Boston Logan Airport
39 Dalton Street
177 Huntington Ave
These are the two stations where buses may stop when they arrive in Amherst.
Amherst Center - 79 S Pleasant St
UMass Amherst - 130 Presidents Dr
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