Amherst travel guide
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You're Going to Love Amherst
With a population of 122.366, Amherst is a must-see destination in New York State, United States. It is among the most popular tourist destinations in the country. Amherst deserves at least 2 full days for you to see its main sights.
Where to Eat in Amherst
If you’re looking for affordable options, Black & Blue Steak & Crab - Buffalo (5493 Sheridan Drive) and Jazzboline (5010 Main St) are great picks.
When to visit Amherst
How to Get to Amherst
Plane
When flying to Amherst, you’ll arrive at Buffalo Airport (BUF), which is located 6 km from the city centre. The shortest flight to Amherst from the United Kingdom departs from London and takes around 11h 25m.
Train
Amtrak is the only carrier operating train routes to Amherst. The train journey from Amherst to Syracuse takes 2h 45m and costs around £23 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Rensselaer, expect to pay about £37 for a 5h 32m trip.
Car
Another option to get to Amherst is to pick up a car hire from Buffalo, which is about 12 km from Amherst. You’ll find branches of Dollar and Budget, among others, in Buffalo.
Bus
Several bus lines operate bus routes to Amherst, including Trailways, FlixBus and OurBus. From Toronto, the bus ride to Amherst takes 338 km and will cost you around £39. From New York, the ticket costs about £24 for a journey of 644 km.
Airlines serving Amherst
Where to stay in Amherst
If you’re on a budget, well-reviewed accommodations include Candlewood Suites Buffalo Amherst and La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Buffalo Amherst.
Where to stay in popular areas of Amherst
Most booked hotels in Amherst
Hiring a car in Amherst
Expect to pay £0.83 per litre in Amherst (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between £9.88 and £13.18. Compact (Chevrolet Bolt or similar) is the most popular car type to hire in Amherst, while also 70% cheaper than other types, on average.