From Amherst to Boston

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How to get from Amherst to Boston

The fastest way to travel from Amherst to Boston takes approximately 798 minutes with 3 transfers. You can use bus and train. We found 3 route options for you.

Fastest Route
798 min 1,027.2 km
3 transfers
2 min
Virginia Breeze
2 min
Crescent
5 min
M34-Sbs
2 min
Flixbus 2610
21 min
Departs from: 171 S. Main St - Vintage Shoppes of Amherst
Walking: 32 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
Walk 5 min (0.3 km)
to W 34 ST/8 Av
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Take M34-Sbs Bus
Direction: Select BUS Javits CTR 12 AV Crosstown
From W 34 ST/8 Av to 11 AV/W 34 St (3 stops, 5 min)
7
Walk 2 min (0.1 km)
to New York (Hudson Yards)
8
Take Flixbus 2610 Bus
Direction: Boston (South Station)
From New York (Hudson Yards) to Boston (South Station) (1 stops, 275 min)
9
Walk 21 min (1.2 km)
Arrive at Boston

Public transport stations close to Amherst

Amherst is located in Amherst 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 Boston

Boston is located in Amherst and the nearest public transport stations are listed below.

Train stations close to Boston:

  • Boston

Metro stations close to Boston:

  • Government Center
  • State
  • Park Street
  • Downtown Crossing

Tram stations close to Boston:

  • Government Center
  • Park Street
  • Haymarket
  • Boylston

Bus stations close to Boston:

  • Tremont St @ Beacon St
  • Government Center (Boston)
  • Cambridge St @ Government Ctr Sta
  • State St @ Washington Mall - State St Sta

Ferry stations close to Boston:

  • Long Wharf (South)
  • Long Wharf (Lw)
  • Long Wharf North

Questions & Answers

Common questions about traveling from Amherst to Boston.

How do I travel from Amherst to Boston in Amherst?
The quickest journey from Amherst to Boston takes approximately 798 minutes via the Virginia Breeze bus service.
Can I get directly from Amherst to Boston without changing?
This route requires 3 transfers. The complete journey takes about 798 minutes including connection time.
What bus service connects Amherst and Boston?
The Virginia Breeze line provides bus service between 171 S. Main St - Vintage Shoppes of Amherst and Boston (South Station) in Amherst.
What is the journey time from Amherst to Boston by public transport?
Traveling by bus from Amherst to Boston in Amherst takes approximately 798 minutes, including transfer time at connection points.
Where should I board the bus to travel from Amherst to Boston?
Board the Virginia Breeze bus at 171 S. Main St - Vintage Shoppes of Amherst station, located near Amherst in Amherst.
Which station is closest to Boston?
The nearest stop to Boston is Boston (South Station) station. Exit here to reach your destination in Amherst.

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.