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Journey Information
There are 2 intercity buses per day from Amherst to Mansfield. Traveling by bus from Amherst to Mansfield usually takes around 5 hours and 25 minutes, but the fastest Peter Pan Lines bus can make the trip in 5 hours and 20 minutes.
| Distance | 43 mi (69 km) |
| Shortest duration | 5h 20m |
| Cheapest price | $27.00 |
| Most frequent service | Peter Pan Lines |
| Bus lines | 1 |
What bus companies travel from Amherst to Mansfield?
There is one intercity bus company available to search and book on Wanderu that operates from Amherst to Mansfield. 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.
| Bus | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Peter Pan Lines | 2 | 5h 25m | $28.00 |
Book Peter Pan Lines from Amherst to Mansfield from $27. There are 2 trips per day offered by Peter Pan Lines from Amherst to Mansfield and you can expect on average to pay for a Peter Pan Lines ticket to Mansfield. In Amherst, Peter Pan Lines departs to Mansfield from Amherst UMass and one other station. In Mansfield, Peter Pan Lines arrives at Nash-Zimmer Transportation Center .
An average trip on Peter Pan Lines from Amherst to Mansfield takes 5 hours and 25 minutes , while the fastest available Peter Pan Lines trip will get you to Mansfield in 5 hours and 20 minutes .
On weekends, Peter Pan Lines offers 2 trips per day. A one way ticket costs for a weekend trip to Mansfield.
Frequently Asked Questions
The bus takes an average of 5 hours and 25 minutes to cover the 43 miles from Amherst to Mansfield. However, the fastest bus only takes 5 hours and 20 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 first bus leaves at 12:00pm and the last bus leaves at 12:00pm. To see the times for all buses from Amherst to Mansfield, enter your specific travel dates in the search bar.
City Information
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 Amherst?
Main departure station: Amherst UMass
Amherst has two bus stations with service to Mansfield.
All bus stations in Amherst:
Amherst UMass
Amherst Center - 79 S Pleasant St
Where does the bus arrive in Mansfield?
Main arrival station: Nash-Zimmer Transportation Center
All buses from Amherst arrive at one main station in Mansfield.
All bus stations in Mansfield:
Nash-Zimmer Transportation Center
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