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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Bus | Boston (South Station) | University of Massachusetts Amherst | Cheapest | ||||
 | Bus | Boston (South Station) | Amherst Center PVTA Bus Shelter | Fastest | ||||
| Bus | Boston (South Station) | Amherst UMass | No tags | ||||
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc. | Bus | 151 Steel Pl, Cambridge | University of Massachusetts Amherst | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Boston (Logan Airport) | Amherst Center PVTA Bus Shelter | No tags |
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Get from Boston to Amherst
The journey takes about 3 hours 30 minutes, and with fares starting at just $32, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular stops in Boston and Amherst?
Stops in Boston
- A145 Dartmouth St, Boston, MA 02116, USA
- B100 Legends Way, Boston, MA 02114, USA
- C335 Grove St, Auburndale, MA 02466
- D
Prudential MBTA Station
220 Huntington Ave, Boston, MA 02115, USA - E
Copley MBTA Station
650 Boylston St, Boston, MA 02116, USA - F
Long Wharf
66 Long Wharf, Boston, MA 02110, USA
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Frequently asked questions about travelling from Boston, MA, US to Amherst, MA, US by bus
Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.
How much is the bus ticket from Boston to Amherst?
The cheapest bus tickets from Boston to Amherst start from $32. The average price for this route is around $59. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus ride from Boston to Amherst?
The average bus travel time from Boston to Amherst is 3h 30m, covering a distance of 121 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 1h 55m and is operated by Peter Pan.
Which bus companies service the Boston to Amherst route?
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Boston to Amherst?
The earliest bus departs from Boston to Amherst at 7:00am. And the latest bus departs at 8:00pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Boston to Amherst?
A bus trip from Boston to Amherst generates an estimated 3 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.
What is the best bus company from Boston to Amherst?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Peter Pan, with an average rating of 4.0 out of 5 stars based on 6414 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Boston to Amherst?
Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company Peter Pan has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.7.
Which bus company has the best on-time performance from Boston to Amherst?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is Peter Pan, with a punctuality rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Boston to Amherst?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Peter Pan, with a cleanliness rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars.
Find cheapest prices for buses
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Boston, MA, US to Amherst, MA, US was searched and found on Jan 13, 2026 with a price of $27To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Boston, MA, US to Amherst, MA, US, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $27 to $65 for a bus ticket from Boston, MA, US to Amherst, MA, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $27 which is on 2026-01-13.
Usually Peter Pan will charge you higher prices for tickets closer to the departure date. To find the best prices, you should be flexible on your date of travel.
