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. Consider staying at least one whole day in Amherst to see all of its attractions.
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 Canada departs from Montreal and takes around 4h 15m.
Train
Amtrak is the only carrier operating train routes to Amherst. The train journey from Amherst to Rensselaer takes 5h 42m and costs around C$ 64 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from New York, expect to pay about C$ 79 for a 8h 17m trip.
Car
Another option to get to Amherst is to pick up a car rental from Buffalo, which is about 12 km from Amherst. You’ll find branches of Dollar and Hertz, among others, in Buffalo.
Bus
Several bus lines operate bus routes to Amherst, including Trailways, FlixBus and OurBus. From New York, the bus ride to Amherst takes 644 km and will cost you around C$ 97. From Detroit, the ticket costs about C$ 133 for a journey of 893 km.
Airlines serving Amherst
Where to stay in Amherst
If you’re on a budget, well-reviewed accommodations include Candlewood Suites Buffalo Amherst and Sleep Inn.
Where to stay in popular areas of Amherst
Most booked hotels in Amherst
Renting a car in Amherst
Expect to pay C$ 1.43 per litre in Amherst (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between C$ 17.10 and C$ 22.79. The most frequently booked car type in Amherst is Compact (Toyota Corolla or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Mini rental cars (Nissan Quest or similar) are, on average, 74% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.