The cheapest and fastest coaches from Amherst, MA to New York, NY
Cheapest price
£30
Average price
£35
Fastest journey
4 h 40 m
Average duration
4 h 40 m
Buses per day
2
Distance
222 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Amherst, MA to New York, NY is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Amherst, MA to New York, NY will cost around £35 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £30.
Of the 2 buses that leave Amherst, MA for New York, NY every day 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct buses cover the 222 km distance in an average of 4 h 40 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 4 h 40 m .
The slowest buses will take 4 h 40 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
20:204h40Amherst, MA1:00New York, NY£301One-way0 changes
19:204h40Amherst, MA0:00New York, NY£391One-way0 changes
20:204h40Amherst, MA1:00New York, NY£301One-way0 changes
19:204h40Amherst, MA0:00New York, NY£391One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare coach, train and flight for Amherst, MA to New York, NY
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Amherst, MA to New York, NY among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £20. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 3h 34m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £20, and a flight costs an average of £50.
Distance: 222 km
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Most popular Coach | Train | Flight |
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£34 Average Price Cheapest | £50 Average Price | £176 Average Price |
5h 5m Average total duration 4h 35m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 48m Average total duration 4h 18m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 34m Average total duration Fastest 3h 34m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Amherst, MA to New York, NY bus times
The table below shows live departures for Amherst, MA to New York, NY coaches for today, Saturday 6 June. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
PPB 5202 · PPB 5705 | 6:25 Amherst, S Pleasant St (Peter Pan Bus Station), MA | 4h30 | 10:55 New York, NY | 1 change | |
PPB 5206 · PPB 5721 | 10:25 Amherst, S Pleasant St (Peter Pan Bus Station), MA | 4h30 | 14:55 New York, NY | 1 change | |
PPB 5206 · PPB 5725 | 10:25 Amherst, S Pleasant St (Peter Pan Bus Station), MA | 5h05 | 15:30 New York, NY | 1 change | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 12:10 Amherst, Presidents Dr (University of Massachusetts), MA | 5h35 | 17:45 New York, W 31st St / 8th Ave. | 1 change | |
PPB 5222 · PPB 5737 | 14:25 Amherst, S Pleasant St (Peter Pan Bus Station), MA | 4h30 | 18:55 New York, NY | 1 change | |
![]() | 15:20 Amherst, Presidents Dr (University of Massachusetts), MA | 4h40 | 20:00 New York, Port Authority Bus Station, NY | 0 changesdirect | |
PPB 5238 · PPB 5753 | 18:25 Amherst, S Pleasant St (Peter Pan Bus Station), MA | 4h30 | 22:55 New York, NY | 1 change | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Amherst, MA to New York, NY
Buses from Amherst, MA to New York, NY run on average 2 times per day, taking around 4h 35m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £20 if you book in advance.
There are 1 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 04:35, the last at 18:25. The fastest coach covers the 222 km distance in 4h 30m.
Distance 222 km |
Average bus duration 4h 35m |
Cheapest ticket price £20 |
Buses per day 2 |
Direct buses 1 |
Fastest bus 4h 30m |
First bus 4:35 |
Last bus 18:25 |
Cheapest Month May |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Oct - Dec |
Low Season Apr - Jun |
Busiest Day Tue |
Least Busy Day Mon |
Best time to book 49 days |
Bus providers: Greyhound, Peter Pan Bus Lines, FlixBus from Amherst, MA to New York, NYYou can travel by bus between Amherst, MA to New York, NY with Greyhound, Peter Pan Bus Lines, FlixBus for as low as £20. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Amherst, MA to New York, NY coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Amherst, MA to New York, NY by coach. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest coach, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at New York, NY, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

- Greyhound
- Assistance
- Priority seating
- Wheelchair-accessible buses.
- FlixBus
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Wheelchair-accessible buses.
- Greyhound
- You can cancel your ticket for a refund or exchange up to 24 hours before departure, for a cancellation fee applied.
- FlixBus
- You can cancel your ticket up to 15 minutes before departure and receive a voucher for future travel. Refund requests for delays over 120 minutes are possible.
- Greyhound
- One carry-on bag up to 25 lbs (11 kg) and one checked bag up to 50 lbs (23 kg).
- FlixBus
- One carry-on bag up to 7kg (42x30x18 cm) and one checked bag up to 20kg (80x50x30 cm).
- Greyhound
- $15 per additional bag.
- FlixBus
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
- FlixBus
- Small pets in carriers allowed
- guide dogs travel for free.
popular bus stations
Important Stations and Airports in Amherst, MA and New York, NY
- 05:00-01:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Starbucks (in the station)
- Auntie Anne's (in the station).
- Available outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: M7, M20, M34A, M42, M104 Metro: A, C, E, 1, 2, 3, N, Q, R, W, 7
- Free Wi-Fi
- Available outside the station.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: M7, M20, M34 Metro: 1, 2, 3, A, C, E
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