Previously seen trips
| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Bus | Philadelphia (Spring Garden) | Amherst UMass | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Philadelphia (Spring Garden) | Amherst UMass | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Philadelphia (Spring Garden) | Amherst Center PVTA Bus Shelter | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Philadelphia (Schuykill & Walnut stop) | Amherst Center PVTA Bus Shelter | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Philadelphia (Schuykill & Walnut stop) | Amherst UMass | No tags |
Get from Philadelphia to Amherst
The journey takes about 9 hours 30 minutes, and with fares starting at just $57, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular stops in Philadelphia and Amherst?
Stops in Philadelphia
- BOff of Race Street between 5th Street and, N 6th St, Philadelphia, PA 19106, USA
- C
#2842 St.Vincent St
15th St Trolley Station, Philadelphia, PA 19102, USA - D
Bus Station
1001 Filbert St, Philadelphia, PA 19107, USA - E
Island Av & Suffolk Av MBFS
3000 Island Ave, Philadelphia, PA 19153, USA - F
NRG SEPTA Station
3701 Broad St, Philadelphia, PA 19148, 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 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.
How much is the bus ticket from Philadelphia to Amherst?
The cheapest bus tickets from Philadelphia to Amherst start from $57. The average price for this route is around $91. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus ride from Philadelphia to Amherst?
The average bus travel time from Philadelphia to Amherst is 9h 30m, covering a distance of 348 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 8h 10m and is operated by Greyhound.
Which bus companies service the Philadelphia to Amherst route?
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 9:50am.
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.
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 6426 reviews.
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 3.7.
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.
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 4.7 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 Philadelphia, PA to Amherst, MA, US was searched and found on Jan 29, 2026 with a price of $48To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Philadelphia, PA to Amherst, MA, US, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $48 to $110 for a bus ticket from Philadelphia, PA to Amherst, MA, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $48 which is on 2026-01-31.
