How to get from Harvard University to Amherst College by bus and train?

From Harvard University to Amherst College by bus and train

To get from Harvard University to Amherst College in Boston, you’ll need to take 2 bus lines and one train line: take the 86 bus from Harvard Sq @ Garden St - Dawes Island station to Western Ave @ Everett St station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the FRAMINGHAM/WORCESTER train and finally take the B79 bus from Union Station Garage station to Amherst - Near Spring St station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 3 hr 34 min. The bus and train schedule from Harvard University may change. We recommend you check the updated bus and train schedule to Amherst College on the Moovit app.

214min
Walk to bus station
Bus - 8686
Train - FRAMINGHAM/WORCESTER
Bus - B79B79
Walk to Amherst College
Leaves from Harvard Sq @ Garden St - Dawes Island

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Harvard Sq @ Garden St - Dawes Island
    ID 22549
    210 yd • 3 min
  • 2
    Bus - 8686
    Wait for bus
    86
    Reservoir
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Western Ave @ Everett St
    ID 1072
    8 min
  • 4
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Boston Landing
    810 yd • 10 min
  • 5
    Train - FRAMINGHAM/WORCESTERFRAMINGHAM/WORCESTER
    Wait for train
    FRAMINGHAM/WORCESTER
    #521 | Worcester
  • 6
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Worcester Union Station
    80 min
  • 7
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Union Station Garage
    80 yd • 1 min
  • 8
    Bus - B79B79
    Wait for bus
    B79
    Amherst
  • 9
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Amherst - Near Spring St
    ID 112
    88 min
  • 10
    Walk to Amherst College
    Walk to
    Amherst College
    220 S Pleasant St
    620 yd • 8 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transit directions from Harvard University to Amherst College

The distance between Harvard University, Boston and Amherst College, Boston is approximately 90.42 mi, which can typically be travelled in 214 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Harvard University to Amherst College by bus and train, so no matter how you choose to travel in Boston – you will always have plenty of easy options.

Bus And Train schedule from Harvard University to Amherst College

To check the bus and train schedule from Harvard University to Amherst College using the Moovit app, first download and open the app on your smartphone. Enter your starting point (Harvard University) and destination (Amherst College), then select the desired date and time of travel. Moovit will show all available bus and train routes, estimated travel times, and any required transfers. You can view detailed departure and arrival times for each bus and train, as well as real-time updates for delays or changes. Use this information to plan your trip and stay up to date with the latest bus and train schedules.

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Questions & Answers

  • What is the fastest way to get from Harvard University to Amherst College?

    The fastest way takes 214 minutes, using Bus line 86, Train line FRAMINGHAM/WORCESTER, Bus line B79.

  • Is there a direct bus between Harvard University and Amherst College?

    No, you’ll have to take 2 bus lines and one train line in total. The total travelling time is 3 hr 34 min.

  • Which bus line goes from Harvard University to Amherst College?

    The 86 bus line goes from Harvard Sq @ Garden St - Dawes Island station near Harvard University in Cambridge to Western Ave @ Everett St station. From there you’ll have to take one bus line and one train line till Western Ave @ Everett St station near Amherst College in Boston.

  • How long does it take to travel from Harvard University to Amherst College by bus and train?

    The total travel time between Harvard University in Cambridge and Amherst College in Boston by bus and train is about 3 hr 34 min.

  • Where do I get on the bus near Harvard University to get to Amherst College?

    Get on the 86 bus from the Harvard Sq @ Garden St - Dawes Island stop near Harvard University in Cambridge.

  • Where do I get off the bus when travelling between Harvard University and Amherst College?

    Get off the bus at the Western Ave @ Everett St stop, which is closest to Amherst College in Boston.

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