What is the cheapest way to get from New Rochelle to Amherst?

The cheapest way to get from New Rochelle to Amherst is to drive which costs $25 - $40 and takes 2h 50m.

What is the fastest way to get from New Rochelle to Amherst?

The fastest way to get from New Rochelle to Amherst is to drive which takes 2h 50m and costs $25 - $40.

Is there a direct bus between New Rochelle and Amherst?

No, there is no direct bus from New Rochelle to Amherst. However, there are services departing from Main St @ North Ave and arriving at Amherst Community Health Ctr via White Plains Bus Station, Union Station Bay 10 and Academy of Music. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 46m.

How far is it from New Rochelle to Amherst?

The distance between New Rochelle and Amherst is 150 miles. The road distance is 138.5 miles.

How do I travel from New Rochelle to Amherst without a car?

The best way to get from New Rochelle to Amherst without a car is to train which takes 5h 10m and costs $16 - $240.

How long does it take to get from New Rochelle to Amherst?

It takes approximately 5h 10m to get from New Rochelle to Amherst, including transfers.

Where do I catch the New Rochelle to Amherst bus from?

New Rochelle to Amherst bus services, operated by Greyhound USA, depart from White Plains Bus Station.

Train or bus from New Rochelle to Amherst?

The best way to get from New Rochelle to Amherst is to train which takes 5h 10m and costs $16 - $240. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $28 - $55 and takes 6h 46m.

Where does the New Rochelle to Amherst bus arrive?

New Rochelle to Amherst bus services, operated by Greyhound USA, arrive at Springfield Union Station.

Can I drive from New Rochelle to Amherst?

Yes, the driving distance between New Rochelle to Amherst is 138 miles. It takes approximately 2h 50m to drive from New Rochelle to Amherst.

Where can I stay near Amherst?

There are 38+ hotels available in Amherst.

New Rochelle to Amherst - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 4 ways to get from New Rochelle to Amherst by train (Amtrak), bus (Greyhound), or car

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Train (Amtrak)
best
1. Take the train from New Rochelle Amtrak Station to Springfieldtrain Northeast Regional
5h 10m
$16–240
Bus (Greyhound)
1. Take the bus from White Plains Bus Station to Springfield Union Stationbus Greyhound US0240
6h 46m
$29–53
Drive 137.7 mi
1. Drive from New Rochelle to Amherstcar 137.7 mi
2h 50m
$26–37
Train via New Haven (Amtrak)
1. Take the train from New Rochelle Amtrak Station to New Haventrain Northeast Regional
2. Take the train from New Haven to Springfieldtrain Amtrak Hartford Line / ...
5h 10m
$16–427

New Rochelle to Amherst by train and bus (Amtrak)

14Weekly Services

5h 10mAverage Duration

$16Cheapest Price

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Distance: 148.8 mi
Duration: 5h 10m

What companies run services between New Rochelle, NY, USA and Amherst, MA, USA?

Amtrak Northeast Regional operates a train from New Rochelle Amtrak Station to Springfield twice daily. Tickets cost $16–240 and the journey takes 3h 17m. Alternatively, Greyhound USA operates a bus from White Plains Bus Station to Springfield Union Station once daily. Tickets cost $26–50 and the journey takes 3h 20m.

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