Amherst to Baltimore: Road Trip Guide & Distance

301.6 miles 485.4 km · straight line
352.7 miles actual route 567.6 km · driving distance
7h 29min estimated drive time
$34 - $42 estimated fuel cost
~1h 6min flight time
227° SW bearing direction

How far is Amherst from Baltimore?

The distance from Amherst to Baltimore is 301.6 miles (485.4 km) as the crow flies. Baltimore is located SW of Amherst. By car, the driving distance is approximately 352.7 miles, taking about 7h 29min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 6min. Both are located in United States — Amherst in Massachusetts and Baltimore in Maryland.

For a drive of this length, it's recommended to plan at least one quick rest stop to stretch your legs and grab a coffee. Since you'll be heading mostly West, pack a good pair of sunglasses if you plan to drive during the late afternoon to avoid the harsh sun glare.

Coordinates come from public place data for Amherst and Baltimore. The driving distance uses an OSRM road-route result when route data is available. Fuel, flight, bus, and train values are planning estimates and can change by date, provider, road closures, and border rules.

How to Get from Amherst to Baltimore

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 7h 29min $34 - $42 Flexible stops
Fly ~1h 6min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~8h 59min $28–$53* Budget
Train ~7h 7min $42–$123* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Amherst & Baltimore

Quick Facts

Amherst
42.37°N, 72.52°W
America/New_York
82m elevation
Baltimore
39.29°N, 76.61°W
America/New_York
10m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 101 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 25 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 82.6 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM