Amherst to Boston, Massachusetts: Road Trip Guide & Distance

74.5 miles 119.9 km · straight line
94 miles actual route 151.2 km · driving distance
2h 9min estimated drive time
$9 - $11 estimated fuel cost
~39min flight time · usually no direct flights
90° E bearing direction

How far is Amherst from Boston, Massachusetts?

The distance from Amherst to Boston, Massachusetts is 74.5 miles (119.9 km) as the crow flies. Boston, Massachusetts is located E of Amherst. By car, the driving distance is approximately 94 miles, taking about 2h 9min. A direct flight would take roughly 39min. Both are located in United States.

This is a quick and easy drive, perfect for a day trip or weekend getaway. You can easily make the round trip in a single day. Heading East means you'll be driving into the sunrise if you start early. Keep your windshield clean for the best visibility. Given the short distance, driving or taking a train is often faster and more convenient than dealing with airport security and flight boarding times.

Coordinates come from public place data for Amherst and Boston, Massachusetts. 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 Boston, Massachusetts

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 2h 9min $9 - $11 Flexible stops
Bus ~2h 35min $8–$14* Budget
Train ~2h 3min $11–$33* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Amherst & Boston, Massachusetts

Quick Facts

Amherst
42.37°N, 72.52°W
America/New_York
82m elevation
Boston, Massachusetts
42.36°N, 71.06°W
America/New_York
43m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 25 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 6 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 334.2 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM