Bus from Philadelphia, PA to Amherst, MA, US: Tickets & Schedules

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Next departures for Philadelphia to Amherst on December 2
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
Peter PanBus
Philadelphia (Spring Garden)
Amherst UMassNo tags
Peter PanBus
Philadelphia (Spring Garden)
Amherst Center PVTA Bus ShelterNo tags
Peter PanBus
Philadelphia (Spring Garden)
Amherst UMassNo tags
Peter PanBus
Philadelphia (Schuykill & Walnut stop)
Amherst UMassNo tags
Peter PanBus
Philadelphia (Schuykill & Walnut stop)
Amherst Center PVTA Bus ShelterNo tags

Get from Philadelphia to Amherst

This route is served by bus only

The journey takes about 7 hours 20 minutes, and with fares starting at just $84, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

16bus per day
7h 20mAverage Duration
348 kmDistance
9kgCO₂ emissions

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Philadelphia, PA 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 Philadelphia to Amherst?

    The cheapest bus tickets from Philadelphia to Amherst start from $84. The average price for this route is around $147. 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 Philadelphia to Amherst?

    The average bus travel time from Philadelphia to Amherst is 7h 20m, covering a distance of 348 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 6h 20m and is operated by Peter Pan.

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

    Several major bus companies operate on this route with 16 buses available per day, including services from Peter Pan, Greyhound.

  4. What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Philadelphia to Amherst?

    The earliest bus departs from Philadelphia to Amherst at 2:15am. And the latest bus departs at 10:30pm.

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

    A bus trip from Philadelphia to Amherst generates an estimated 9 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.

  6. What is the best bus company from Philadelphia 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 Philadelphia to Amherst?

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

  8. Which bus company has the best on-time performance from Philadelphia 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.

  9. Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Philadelphia 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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