Introduction
When to visit
How to get there
Where to stay
Hiring a car

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.

When to visit Amherst

Amherst in December
Estimated hotel price
S$ 207
1 night at 3-star hotel
Amherst in December
Estimated hotel price
S$ 207
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 Singapore departs from Singapore and takes around 29h 03m.

Car

Another option to get to Amherst is to pick up a car hire from Pittsburgh, which is about 299 km from Amherst. You’ll find branches of Dollar and Sixt, among others, in Pittsburgh.

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 Singapore departs from Singapore and takes around 29h 03m.

Car

Another option to get to Amherst is to pick up a car hire from Pittsburgh, which is about 299 km from Amherst. You’ll find branches of Dollar and Sixt, among others, in Pittsburgh.

Airports near Amherst

BUFBuffalo
ROCGreater Rochester Intl
ERIErie

Airlines serving Amherst

Lufthansa
Good (8,092 reviews)
KLM
Good (1,530 reviews)
British Airways
Good (8,068 reviews)
Delta
Good (8,430 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (4,414 reviews)
SWISS
Good (1,971 reviews)
Iberia
Good (3,246 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,613 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (9,879 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (938 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,730 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,594 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,850 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (11,251 reviews)
LOT
Good (1,203 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,415 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,461 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (413 reviews)
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Good (2,296 reviews)
JetBlue
Good (3,002 reviews)
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Where to stay in Amherst

If you’re on a budget, well-reviewed accommodations include Candlewood Suites Buffalo Amherst By IHG and Comfort Inn University.

Where to stay in popular areas of Amherst

Most booked hotels in Amherst

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Hilton Garden Inn Buffalo Airport
3 stars
Excellent (8.9, Excellent reviews)
S$ 224+
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Courtyard by Marriott Buffalo Airport
3 stars
Excellent (8.8, Excellent reviews)
S$ 234+
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Hyatt Place Buffalo/Amherst
3 stars
Excellent (8.5, Excellent reviews)
S$ 277+
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Sleep Inn Amherst - Buffalo North near University
2 stars
Excellent (8.3, Excellent reviews)
S$ 155+
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Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Buffalo Airport
3 stars
Excellent (8.2, Excellent reviews)
S$ 212+
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Hampton Inn & Suites Buffalo/Airport
3 stars
Good (7.8, Good reviews)
S$ 201+
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Hiring a car in Amherst

Expect to pay S$ 1.53 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 S$ 18.31 and S$ 24.41. Compact (Toyota Corolla or similar) is the most popular car type to hire in Amherst, while also 58% cheaper than other types, on average.

Expect to pay S$ 1.53 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 S$ 18.31 and S$ 24.41. Compact (Toyota Corolla or similar) is the most popular car type to hire in Amherst, while also 58% cheaper than other types, on average.