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Amherst to New Bedford Bus Schedule
Bus from Amherst to New Bedford: Journey Information
There is one daily bus from Amherst to New Bedford. Traveling by bus from Amherst to New Bedford usually takes around 7 hours, but some buses might arrive slightly earlier or later than scheduled depending on traffic conditions.
| Distance | 96 mi (155 km) |
| Shortest duration | 7h 0m |
| Cheapest price | $69.99 |
| Most frequent service | Peter Pan Lines |
| Bus lines | 1 |
What bus companies travel from Amherst to New Bedford?
There is one intercity bus company available to search and book on Wanderu that operates from Amherst to New Bedford. Peter Pan Lines is the only company that has bus schedules available to search and book at the moment. It only makes the trip once a day on most days.
| Bus | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Peter Pan Lines | 1 | 7h 0m | $69.99 |
Book Peter Pan Lines from Amherst to New Bedford from $70. Typically there is one Peter Pan Lines schedule per day from Amherst to New Bedford and you can expect on average to pay for a Peter Pan Lines ticket to New Bedford. In Amherst, Peter Pan Lines departs to New Bedford from Amherst UMass . In New Bedford, Peter Pan Lines arrives at Park and Ride - Mt Pleasant Street .
An average trip on Peter Pan Lines from Amherst to New Bedford takes 7 hours and 0 minutes .
On weekends, Peter Pan Lines offers 1 trip per day and you could expect to pay for a one way ticket for your weekend getaway trip to New Bedford.
Frequently asked questions about traveling by bus from Amherst to New Bedford
The bus takes an average of 7 hours to cover the 96 miles from Amherst to New Bedford. 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.
There is usually only one bus per day from Amherst to New Bedford. It leaves the station in Amherst at 11:00am each day. The time might vary for specific dates, so be sure to search on Wanderu for the most up-to-date information.
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
Most buses depart from the main station in Amherst.
All bus stations in Amherst:
Amherst UMass
Where does the bus arrive in New Bedford?
Main arrival station: Park and Ride - Mt Pleasant Street
All buses from Amherst arrive at one main station in New Bedford.
All bus stations in New Bedford:
Park and Ride - Mt Pleasant Street
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