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. We recommend you stay at least 4 days in order to fully appreciate everything Amherst has to offer.

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

Amherst in February
Estimated hotel price
AED 452
1 night at 3-star hotel
Amherst in February
Estimated hotel price
AED 452
1 night at 3-star hotel

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 Arab Emirates departs from Dubai and takes around 43h 38m.

Train

Amtrak is the only carrier operating train routes to Amherst.

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 AED 143. From New York, the ticket costs about AED 257 for a journey of 644 km.

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 Arab Emirates departs from Dubai and takes around 43h 38m.

Train

Amtrak is the only carrier operating train routes to Amherst.

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 AED 143. From New York, the ticket costs about AED 257 for a journey of 644 km.

Airlines serving Amherst

Lufthansa
Good (4,604 reviews)
KLM
Good (849 reviews)
British Airways
Good (4,444 reviews)
Delta
Good (4,592 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (2,281 reviews)
Air France
Good (973 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (476 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (4,921 reviews)
Emirates
Good (2,125 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (2,482 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (5,708 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (226 reviews)
Finnair
Good (878 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (834 reviews)
LOT
Good (682 reviews)
TAP Portugal
Good (1,161 reviews)
Singapore Airlines
Excellent (911 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (835 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Excellent (5,502 reviews)
ITA Airways
Good (704 reviews)
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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

Hiring a car in Amherst

Expect to pay AED 3.79 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 AED 45.40 and AED 60.53. The most frequently booked car type in Amherst is Full-size (GMC Yukon or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Standard car hire (Class Commercial Truck or similar) is, on average, 67% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.

Expect to pay AED 3.79 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 AED 45.40 and AED 60.53. The most frequently booked car type in Amherst is Full-size (GMC Yukon or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Standard car hire (Class Commercial Truck or similar) is, on average, 67% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.