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Journey Information
There is one daily bus from New Minas to Amherst. Traveling by bus from New Minas to Amherst usually takes around 5 hours and 5 minutes, but some buses might arrive slightly earlier or later than scheduled depending on traffic conditions.
| Distance | 53 mi (85 km) |
| Shortest duration | 5h 5m |
| Cheapest price | $42.15 |
| Most frequent service | Maritime Bus |
| Bus lines | 2 |
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What bus companies travel from New Minas to Amherst?
There are two bus lines that have daily service from New Minas to Amherst that you can compare and book on Wanderu. However, each company only runs one bus per day.
| Bus | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Maritime Bus | 1 | 5h 5m | $59.81 |
| Maritime Bus | 1 | 5h 5m | $42.45 |
Book Maritime Bus from New Minas to Amherst from $59. Typically there is one Maritime Bus schedule per day from New Minas to Amherst and you can expect on average to pay for a Maritime Bus ticket to Amherst. In New Minas, Maritime Bus departs to Amherst from New Minas Commercial St . In Amherst, Maritime Bus arrives at 34 Highway 6 .
An average trip on Maritime Bus from New Minas to Amherst takes 5 hours and 5 minutes .
On weekends, Maritime Bus offers 1 trip per day and you could expect to pay for a one way ticket for your weekend getaway trip to Amherst.
Maritime Bus is a Canadian bus company based in Charlottetown, on Canada’s east coast. Its passenger services are based around Canada’s ‘Maritimes’ (hence the name), which incorporates the provinces of New Brunswick and Nova Scotia as well as Prince Edward Island. Onboard their modern buses, you’ll have access to clean restrooms and plenty of legroom.
Frequently Asked Questions
The bus takes an average of 5 hours and 5 minutes to cover the 53 miles from New Minas to Amherst. 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.
Because many passengers travel from New Minas to Amherst at the beginning of the work week, Monday is usually the busiest day for buses. If you are planning to travel on a Monday, you should make sure to book tickets well in advance as they may sell out.
On the other hand, Friday is typically the least busy day for bus travel on this route. If you’re looking for a little extra space, a Friday ticket is the way to go.
There is usually only one bus per day from New Minas to Amherst. It leaves the station in New Minas at 9:00am 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
Station Information
Where does the bus leave from in New Minas?
Main departure station: Petro Canada Gas Station
New Minas has two bus stations with service to Amherst.
All bus stations in New Minas:
Petro Canada Gas Station
New Minas Commercial St
Where does the bus arrive in Amherst?
Main arrival station: 34 Highway 6
All buses from New Minas arrive at one main station in Amherst.
All bus stations in Amherst:
34 Highway 6
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