Bus from Washington, DC, US to Amherst, MA, US: Tickets & Schedules

Previously seen trips

Next departures for Washington to Amherst on November 29
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
Greyhound + FlixBus
Bus
Arlington (Rosslyn), 1001 Wilson Blvd.
University of Massachusetts AmherstNo tags
FlixBus + Greyhound
Bus
Arlington (Rosslyn), 1001 Wilson Blvd.
University of Massachusetts AmherstNo tags
GreyhoundBus
Union Station
University of Massachusetts AmherstNo tags
FlixBus + Greyhound
Bus
Arlington (Rosslyn), 1001 Wilson Blvd.
University of Massachusetts AmherstNo tags
GreyhoundBus
Union Station
University of Massachusetts AmherstNo tags

Get from Washington to Amherst

This route is served by bus only

The journey takes about 15 hours 45 minutes and with fares starting at just $132, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

4bus per day
15h 45mAverage Duration
328 milesDistance
13kgCO₂ emissions

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Washington, DC, 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.

  1. How much is the bus ticket from Washington to Amherst?

    The cheapest bus tickets from Washington to Amherst start from $132. The average price for this route is around $159. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

  2. How long is the bus ride from Washington to Amherst?

    The average bus trip duration from Washington to Amherst is 15h 45m, covering a distance of 328 miles (530 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 10h 30m and is operated by Greyhound.

  3. Which bus companies service the Washington to Amherst route?

    Several major bus companies operate on this route with 4 buses available per day, including services from Greyhound, Peter Pan.

  4. What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Washington to Amherst?

    The earliest bus departs from Washington to Amherst at 12:05am. And the latest bus departs at 11:30pm.

  5. What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Washington to Amherst?

    A bus trip from Washington to Amherst generates an estimated 13 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and recommended mode of travel by Busbud.

  6. What is the best bus company from Washington 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 6332 reviews.

  7. Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Washington to Amherst?

    Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company Peter Pan has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.6.

  8. Which bus company has the most timely service from Washington to Amherst?

    According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most timely bus company on this route is Peter Pan, with a punctuality rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars.

  9. Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Washington 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 4.8 out of 5 stars.

Find cheapest prices for buses

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

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busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Washington, DC, US to Amherst, MA, US was searched and found on Nov 30, 2025 with a price of $156

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Washington, DC, US to Amherst, MA, US, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from $156 to $156 for a bus ticket from Washington, DC, US to Amherst, MA, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $156 which is on 2025-11-30.

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