Amherst to Long Island: Road Trip Guide & Distance

113.6 miles 182.8 km · straight line
195 miles actual route 313.9 km · driving distance
4h 20min estimated drive time
$19 - $23 estimated fuel cost
~44min flight time · usually no direct flights
196° SSW bearing direction

How far is Amherst from Long Island?

The distance from Amherst to Long Island is 113.6 miles (182.8 km) as the crow flies. Long Island is located SSW of Amherst. By car, the driving distance is approximately 195 miles, taking about 4h 20min. A direct flight would take roughly 44min. Both are located in United States — Amherst in Massachusetts and Long Island in New York.

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. 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 Long Island. 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 Long Island

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 4h 20min $19 - $23 Flexible stops
Bus ~5h 12min $16–$29* Budget
Train ~4h 7min $23–$68* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Amherst & Long Island

Quick Facts

Amherst
42.37°N, 72.52°W
America/New_York
82m elevation
Long Island
40.79°N, 73.14°W
America/New_York
20m elevation
Explore more routes from Long Island

Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 38 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 9 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 219.2 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM