How much is the bus ticket from New York City to Amherst?

The cheapest bus tickets from New York City to Amherst start from $33. The average price for this route is around $47. 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 New York City to Amherst?

The average bus trip duration from New York City to Amherst is 4h 40m, covering a distance of 136 miles (219 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 3h 40m and is operated by OurBus .

Which bus companies service the New York City to Amherst route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 13 buses available per day, including services from Peter Pan , OurBus , Greyhound .

What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from New York City to Amherst?

The earliest bus departs from New York City to Amherst at 6:15am. And the latest bus departs at 6:15pm.

What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from New York City to Amherst?

A bus trip from New York City to Amherst generates an estimated 5 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and recommended mode of travel by Busbud.

What is the best bus company from New York City 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.

Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from New York City to Amherst?

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

Which bus company has the most timely service from New York City to Amherst?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most timely 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 New York City 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.

Bus New York City to Amherst from $26 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures for New York City to Amherst on December 2
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	3:00pm	Port Authority Bus Terminal	4h 40m	7:40pm	Amherst UMass	Cheapest
Bus	6:00pm	Port Authority Bus Terminal	4h 10m	10:10pm	Amherst UMass	Fastest
Bus	12:00pm	Port Authority Bus Terminal	4h 55m	4:55pm	Amherst UMass	No tags
Bus	3:00pm	Port Authority Bus Terminal	4h 50m	7:50pm	Amherst Center PVTA Bus Shelter	No tags
Bus	6:00pm	Port Authority Bus Terminal	4h 20m	10:20pm	Amherst Center PVTA Bus Shelter	No tags

Next departures for New York City to Amherst on December 5
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	11:30am	New York Port Authority	5h	4:30pm	University of Massachusetts Amherst	Cheapest
	Bus	6:00pm	Port Authority Bus Terminal	4h 10m	10:10pm	Amherst UMass	Fastest
	Bus	7:00am	Port Authority Bus Terminal	4h 25m	11:25am	Amherst UMass	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	8:15am	NYC Midtown (31st St & 8th Ave)	8h 15m	4:30pm	University of Massachusetts Amherst	No tags
	Bus	10:20am	GW Bridge	6h 10m	4:30pm	University of Massachusetts Amherst	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 6:34 AM EST.

Get from New York City to Amherst

This route is served by bus only

The journey takes about 4 hours 40 minutes and with fares starting at just $33, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

13bus per day

4h 40mAverage Duration

136 milesDistance

5kgCO₂ emissions

Where are the popular stops in New York City and Amherst?

Stops in New York City

A
GW Bridge
4211 Broadway, New York, NY 10033, USA
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B
New York Port Authority
40-42, 625 8th Ave, New York, NY 10018, USA
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C
Chinatown
122 Allen St, New York, NY 10002-3004
D
11th Ave (between W35th and W36th Street)
428-436 11th Ave, Stop across from Javits Convention Center, New York, NY 10018, USA
Visit page
E
Chinatown - E Broadway
127 E Broadway, New York, NY 10002, USA
Visit page
F
34th St & 9th Ave
367 W 34th St, New York, NY 10001, 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

Compare bus companies

Peter Pan

4/56,354 reviews

Staff4.6

Timeliness4.4

Cleanliness4.7

Wifi3.7

According to 27 reviews, Peter Pan received a 3.8-star rating for this journey. Travelers were especially satisfied with the staff and the timeliness, but some complained about the power outlets. Peter Pan ticket prices on this trip start at $41

Peter Pan New York City Amherst recent customer reviews

There seemed to be a lot of confusion in the New York Bus Terminal. Travelers were standing on the line according to the sign that listed their destination. In my case, I even asked an employee what gate to stand at. However, the attendent redirected me and others to stand on different lines. When my bus came, we all loaded into a bus, only to be told to get off and go a different bus. So, our bus left slightly late. I am thankful that I got to my destinations despite all the confusion. However, next time (if there is a next time) I may not be so lucky.

Silicia J.

May 28, 2022

It was too cold in the bus. Weather wasn't warm and this conditioner was freezing us all.

Anna C.

June 6, 2019

The purpose of the trip was to get from New York to Amherst Massachusetts. I arrived safely, however, the advertised internet connections and charger plug -ins were not working, which made for a boring ride once my phone and tablet lost their charge. All in all, I would ride with Peter Pan again regardless.

Lisa A.

September 24, 2018

OurBus

4/53,167 reviews

Staff4.4

Timeliness4.1

Cleanliness4.3

Wifi3.1

With about 2 daily trips between New York City and Amherst, Ourbus offers competitive fares, clean and comfortable intercity bus travel. Their buses have free WiFi, clean bathrooms, complimentary bottled water, extra legroom and power outlets. They are known for providing excellent customer service, reflecting one of the industry's highest review rates. OurBus does not charge fees to reschedule tickets, which can be changed up to 30 minutes before travel time.

Greyhound

3.5/587,412 reviews

Staff3.6

Timeliness2.9

Cleanliness3.3

Wifi2.4

Greyhound Lines offers the most comprehensive intercity bus services in the United States. They operate a modern, environmentally friendly fleet that serves more than 2400 destinations and carries nearly 16 million passengers annually. When traveling with them, you can expect free WiFi, onboard entertainment, bathrooms, power outlets and decent legroom. One of the great perks of Greyhound is that they connect big cities and smaller towns in the US, where you usually can't get to by train or plane. If you're looking for safe and affordable transportation, Greyhound is a great choice.

US bus companies: FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, ALSA, Greyhound, Intercape, Trenitalia, Big Sky

Frequently asked questions about traveling from New York City 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 New York City to Amherst?
The cheapest bus tickets from New York City to Amherst start from $33. The average price for this route is around $47. 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 New York City to Amherst?
The average bus trip duration from New York City to Amherst is 4h 40m, covering a distance of 136 miles (219 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 3h 40m and is operated by OurBus.
Which bus companies service the New York City to Amherst route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 13 buses available per day, including services from Peter Pan, OurBus, Greyhound.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from New York City to Amherst?
The earliest bus departs from New York City to Amherst at 6:15am. And the latest bus departs at 6:15pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from New York City to Amherst?
A bus trip from New York City to Amherst generates an estimated 5 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and recommended mode of travel by Busbud.
What is the best bus company from New York City 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.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from New York City to Amherst?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company Peter Pan has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.6.
Which bus company has the most timely service from New York City to Amherst?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most timely 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 New York City 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.

Best price found

11/30

$84

12/01

$50

Today

$42

12/03

No data

12/04

No data

12/05

$27

12/06

$26

12/07

$28

The cheapest trip from New York City to Amherst, MA, US was searched and found on Dec 6, 2025 with a price of $26

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from New York City to Amherst, MA, US, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from $26 to $95 for a bus ticket from New York City to Amherst, MA, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $26 which is on 2025-12-06.

Usually Peter Pan will charge you higher prices for tickets closer to the departure date. To find the best prices, you should be flexible on your date of travel.