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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
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 | Bus | Boston (South Station) | University of Massachusetts Amherst | Cheapest | ||||
 | Bus | Boston (South Station) | Amherst UMass | Fastest | ||||
| Bus | Boston (South Station) | Amherst UMass | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Boston (South Station) | Amherst UMass | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Boston (South Station) | Amherst Center PVTA Bus Shelter | No tags |
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Get from Boston to Amherst
The journey takes about 3 hours 35 minutes, and with fares starting at just R 409, 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
- C
Copley Square
115-127 St James Ave, Boston, MA 02116, USA - 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
Stops in Amherst
- A
Amherst Center
8 N Pleasant St, Amherst, MA 01002, USA - B
Hampshire College
893 West Street (Campus bus shelter located near the Robert Crown Center), Amherst, MA 01002 - C
UMass Haigis Mall
127 Presidents Dr (Bus shelter at the Haigis Mall), Amherst, MA 01003
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Frequently asked questions about travelling from Boston, MA, US to Amherst, MA, US by bus
Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or differ 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 at R 409. The average price for this route is around R 647. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus journey from Boston to Amherst?
The average bus journey time from Boston to Amherst is 3h 35m, covering a distance of 121 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 1h 55m and is operated by Peter Pan.
Which bus companies service the Boston to Amherst route?
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Boston to Amherst?
The earliest bus departs from Boston to Amherst at 06:00. And the latest bus departs at 20:00.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Boston to Amherst?
A bus trip from Boston to Amherst produces an estimated 3 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and Busbud’s recommended way to travel.
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 6361 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Boston to Amherst?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company Peter Pan has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.7.
Which bus company offers the most punctual service 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 4.4 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 09 Dec 2025 with a price of R 324To 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 R 324 to R 787 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 R 324, which is on 2025-12-09.
