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, The Grapevine Restaurant (2545 Niagara Falls Blvd) and black & blue Steak and Crab - Buffalo (5493 Sheridan Drive) 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 4 miles from the city centre The shortest flight to Amherst from Canada departs from Montreal and takes around 5h 29m.
Train
Amtrak is the only carrier operating train routes to Amherst.
Car
Another option to get to Amherst is to pick up a car rental from Buffalo, which is about 8 miles from Amherst. You’ll find branches of Dollar and Avis, among others, in Buffalo.
Bus
Several bus lines operate bus routes to Amherst, including Greyhound, OurBus and Trailways. From New York, the bus ride to Amherst takes 390 miles and will cost you around C$ 99. From Union City, the ticket costs about C$ 133 for a journey of 540 miles.
Airlines serving Amherst
Where to stay in Amherst
If you’re on a budget, well-reviewed accommodations include Candlewood Suites Buffalo Amherst and Comfort Inn University.
Where to stay in popular areas of Amherst
Most booked hotels in Amherst
Renting a car in Amherst
Expect to pay C$ 1.37 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$ 16.35 and C$ 21.80. 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 Supplier choice rental cars (Class Special Car or similar) are, on average, 58% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.