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.
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 flying to Amherst, you’ll arrive at Buffalo Airport (BUF), which is located 4 miles from the city centre.
Amtrak is the only carrier operating train routes to Amherst.
Several bus lines operate bus routes to Amherst, including Greyhound, FlixBus and Trailways. From Cleveland, the bus ride to Amherst takes 230 miles and will cost you around $135. From New York, the ticket costs about $219 for a journey of 480 miles.
If you’re on a budget, well-reviewed accommodations include Candlewood Suites Buffalo Amherst and Comfort Inn University.
Expect to pay $1.52 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 $18.17 and $24.23. The most frequently booked car type in Amherst is Compact (Chevrolet Equinox or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Supplier choice car hire (Class Special Car or similar) is, on average, 74% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.
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