Amherst to Newport: Road Trip Guide & Distance

How far is Amherst from Newport?

The distance from Amherst to Newport is 86.7 miles (139.5 km) as the crow flies. Newport is located SE of Amherst. By car, the driving distance is approximately 108.4 miles, taking about 2h 11min. A direct flight would take roughly 40min. Both are located in United States — Amherst in Massachusetts and Newport in Rhode Island.

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 Newport. 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.