How to get from Amherst to Troy
The fastest way to travel from Amherst to Troy takes approximately 682 minutes with 4 transfers. You can use bus and train. We found 3 route options for you.
Fastest Route
682 min 901.2 km
4 transfers
Virginia Breeze
Northeast Regional
Empire Service
114
923
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 DC Union Station (5 stops, 245 min)
3
Walk 2 min (0.1 km)
to Washington Union Station
4
Take Northeast Regional Train
Direction: Boston
From Washington Union Station to Ny Moynihan Train Hall At Penn Station (8 stops, 199 min)
5
Take Empire Service Train
Direction: Rensselaer
From Ny Moynihan Train Hall At Penn Station to Albany-Rensselaer Amtrak Station (4 stops, 161 min)
6
Walk 2 min (0.1 km)
to East St & Herrick St (Joseph Bruno Rail Station)
7
Take 114 Bus
Direction: Ualbany Health Sciences to Crossgates via Western/Madison
From East St & Herrick St (Joseph Bruno Rail Station) to Broadway & Orange St / Van Tromp St (2 stops, 8 min)
8
Walk 4 min (0.2 km)
to Clinton Square Station - N. Pearl St & Clinton Ave
9
Take 923 Bus
Direction: Rail Trail Station to Waterford
From Clinton Square Station - N. Pearl St & Clinton Ave to Congress Station - 4th St & Congress St (8 stops, 18 min)
10
Walk 5 min (0.3 km)
✓
Arrive at Troy
Public transport stations close to Amherst
Amherst is located in Troy and the nearest public transport stations are listed below.
Bus stations close to Amherst:
- 171 S. Main St - Vintage Shoppes of Amherst
Public transport stations close to Troy
Troy is located in Troy and the nearest public transport stations are listed below.
Bus stations close to Troy:
- 3rd St & Ferry St
- Congress Station- 3rd St & Congress St
- Ferry St & 3rd St
- Ferry St & 4th St
Alternative Route
767 min 902.1 km
4 transfers
Virginia Breeze
Crescent
Empire Service
114
923
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 DC Union Station (5 stops, 245 min)
3
Walk 2 min (0.1 km)
to Washington Union Station
4
Take Crescent Train
Direction: New York
From Washington Union Station to Ny Moynihan Train Hall At Penn Station (7 stops, 216 min)
5
Take Empire Service Train
Direction: Rensselaer
From Ny Moynihan Train Hall At Penn Station to Albany-Rensselaer Amtrak Station (5 stops, 149 min)
6
Walk 2 min (0.1 km)
to East St & Herrick St (Joseph Bruno Rail Station)
7
Take 114 Bus
Direction: Rensselaer Rail Station to Crossgates via Western/Madison
From East St & Herrick St (Joseph Bruno Rail Station) to Broadway & Orange St / Van Tromp St (2 stops, 8 min)
8
Walk 4 min (0.2 km)
to Clinton Square Station - N. Pearl St & Clinton Ave
9
Take 923 Bus
Direction: Rail Trail Station to Waterford
From Clinton Square Station - N. Pearl St & Clinton Ave to Congress Station - 4th St & Congress St (8 stops, 17 min)
10
Walk 5 min (0.3 km)
✓
Arrive at Troy
Questions & Answers
Common questions about traveling from Amherst to Troy.
How do I travel from Amherst to Troy in Troy?
The quickest journey from Amherst to Troy takes approximately 682 minutes via the Virginia Breeze bus service.
Are there other ways to reach Troy from Amherst?
Yes, an alternative route is available taking around 767 minutes using the Virginia Breeze bus line.
Can I get directly from Amherst to Troy without changing?
This route requires 4 transfers. The complete journey takes about 682 minutes including connection time.
What bus service connects Amherst and Troy?
The Virginia Breeze line provides bus service between 171 S. Main St - Vintage Shoppes of Amherst and Congress Station - 4th St & Congress St in Troy.
What is the journey time from Amherst to Troy by public transport?
Traveling by bus from Amherst to Troy in Troy takes approximately 682 minutes, including transfer time at connection points.
Where should I board the bus to travel from Amherst to Troy?
Board the Virginia Breeze bus at 171 S. Main St - Vintage Shoppes of Amherst station, located near Amherst in Troy.
Which station is closest to Troy?
The nearest stop to Troy is Congress Station - 4th St & Congress St station. Exit here to reach your destination in Troy.
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.