Amherst to Holyoke: Road Trip Guide & Distance

12.3 miles 19.8 km · straight line
16 miles estimated 25.7 km · driving distance
19min estimated drive time
$2 - $2 estimated fuel cost
~31min flight time · usually no direct flights
204° SSW bearing direction

How far is Amherst from Holyoke?

The distance from Amherst to Holyoke is 12.3 miles (19.8 km) as the crow flies. Holyoke is located SSW of Amherst. By car, the driving distance is approximately 16 miles, taking about 19min. A direct flight would take roughly 31min. Both are located in United States.

This is a very short trip, perfect for a quick morning drive or an easy commute. 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. 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 Holyoke. The driving distance is estimated from straight-line distance with a road-factor model, so confirm the route in your navigation app. 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 Holyoke

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 19min $2 - $2 Flexible stops

Suggested Stops Between Amherst & Holyoke

Quick Facts

Amherst
42.37°N, 72.52°W
America/New_York
82m elevation
Holyoke
42.20°N, 72.62°W
America/New_York
58m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 4 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 1 hours
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients