How to get from Amherst to Brooklyn
The fastest way to travel from Amherst to Brooklyn takes approximately 470 minutes with 4 transfers. You can use bus, train and subway. We found 3 route options for you.
Fastest Route
470 min 638.2 km
4 transfers
Virginia Breeze
7
Northeast Regional
Acela
2
Departs from: 171 S. Main St - Vintage Shoppes of Amherst
Walking: 15 min
Step-by-step directions
1
Walk 2 min (0.1 km)
to 171 S. Main St - Vintage Shoppes of Amherst
2
Take Virginia Breeze Bus
Direction: Washington Dc
From 171 S. Main St - Vintage Shoppes of Amherst to Barracks Road Shopping Center
3
Walk 2 min (0.1 km)
to Brsc at Arlington Southbound
4
Take 7 Bus
Direction: 7 DOWNTOWN
From Brsc at Arlington Southbound to W Main St at The Flats (6 stops, 11 min)
5
Walk 2 min (0.1 km)
to Charlottesville
6
Take Northeast Regional Train
Direction: New York
From Charlottesville to Washington Union Station (4 stops, 153 min)
7
Take Acela Train
Direction: New York
From Washington Union Station to Ny Moynihan Train Hall At Penn Station (5 stops, 174 min)
8
Walk 7 min (0.4 km)
to 34 St-Penn Station
9
Take 2 Subway
Direction: Flatbush Av-Brooklyn College
From 34 St-Penn Station to Church Av (17 stops, 34 min)
10
Walk 2 min (0.1 km)
✓
Arrive at Brooklyn
Public transport stations close to Brooklyn
Brooklyn is located in Brooklyn and the nearest public transport stations are listed below.
Metro stations close to Brooklyn:
- Church Av
- Beverly Rd
- Winthrop St
Bus stations close to Brooklyn:
- Nostrand AV/Church Av
- Church AV/Nostrand Av
- Nostrand AV/Snyder Av
- Church AV/Rogers Av
Alternative Route
525 min 674.6 km
2 transfers
Virginia Breeze
Acela
2
Departs from: 171 S. Main St - Vintage Shoppes of Amherst
Walking: 13 min
Step-by-step directions
1
Walk 2 min (0.1 km)
to 171 S. Main St - Vintage Shoppes of Amherst
2
Take Virginia Breeze Bus
Direction: Washington Dc
From 171 S. Main St - Vintage Shoppes of Amherst to DC Union Station (5 stops, 245 min)
3
Walk 2 min (0.1 km)
to Washington Union Station
4
Take Acela Train
Direction: New York
From Washington Union Station to Ny Moynihan Train Hall At Penn Station (5 stops, 174 min)
5
Walk 7 min (0.4 km)
to 34 St-Penn Station
6
Take 2 Subway
Direction: Flatbush Av-Brooklyn College
From 34 St-Penn Station to Church Av (17 stops, 34 min)
7
Walk 2 min (0.1 km)
✓
Arrive at Brooklyn
Questions & Answers
Common questions about traveling from Amherst to Brooklyn.
How do I travel from Amherst to Brooklyn in Brooklyn?
The quickest journey from Amherst to Brooklyn takes approximately 470 minutes via the Virginia Breeze bus service.
Are there other ways to reach Brooklyn from Amherst?
Yes, an alternative route is available taking around 525 minutes using the Virginia Breeze bus line.
Can I get directly from Amherst to Brooklyn without changing?
This route requires 4 transfers. The complete journey takes about 470 minutes including connection time.
What bus service connects Amherst and Brooklyn?
The Virginia Breeze line provides bus service between 171 S. Main St - Vintage Shoppes of Amherst and Church Av in Brooklyn.
What is the journey time from Amherst to Brooklyn by public transport?
Traveling by bus from Amherst to Brooklyn in Brooklyn takes approximately 470 minutes, including transfer time at connection points.
Where should I board the bus to travel from Amherst to Brooklyn?
Board the Virginia Breeze bus at 171 S. Main St - Vintage Shoppes of Amherst station, located near Amherst in Brooklyn.
Which station is closest to Brooklyn?
The nearest stop to Brooklyn is Church Av station. Exit here to reach your destination in Brooklyn.
Travel Tips
- Allow extra time for connections, especially during peak hours
- Check real-time departure information at the station
- Consider downloading the transit app for live updates
- For routes with transfers, follow signs at stations for connecting services
Disclaimer: Travel times shown are estimates based on scheduled departure at 8:00 AM and do not account for real-time traffic conditions or service delays. Actual travel times may vary.