Introduction
Where to eat
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.

Where to Eat in Amherst

If you’re looking for affordable options, black & blue Steak and Crab - Buffalo (5493 Sheridan Drive) and Jazzboline (5010 Main St) are great picks.

When to visit Amherst

Amherst in April
Estimated hotel price
S$ 208
1 night at 3-star hotel
Amherst in April
Estimated hotel price
S$ 208
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 24h 34m.

Car

Another option to get to Amherst is to pick up a car hire from Buffalo, which is about 12 km from Amherst. You’ll find branches of Hertz and Thrifty, among others, in Buffalo.

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 24h 34m.

Car

Another option to get to Amherst is to pick up a car hire from Buffalo, which is about 12 km from Amherst. You’ll find branches of Hertz and Thrifty, among others, in Buffalo.

Airports near Amherst

BUFBuffalo
ROCGreater Rochester Intl
ERIErie

Airlines serving Amherst

Lufthansa
Good (8,217 reviews)
KLM
Good (1,565 reviews)
British Airways
Good (8,188 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (4,479 reviews)
SWISS
Good (2,053 reviews)
Delta
Good (8,522 reviews)
Iberia
Good (3,258 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,647 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,734 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,656 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (951 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (10,116 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,963 reviews)
LOT
Good (1,212 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (11,532 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,513 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,430 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (431 reviews)
Singapore Airlines
Excellent (1,585 reviews)
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Good (2,373 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 (9, Excellent reviews)
S$ 219+
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Home2 Suites by Hilton Buffalo Airport/Galleria Mall
3 stars
Excellent (8.9, Excellent reviews)
S$ 213+
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Courtyard by Marriott Buffalo Airport
3 stars
Excellent (8.9, Excellent reviews)
S$ 226+
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Sleep Inn Amherst - Buffalo North near University
2 stars
Excellent (8.2, Excellent reviews)
S$ 137+
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Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Buffalo Airport
3 stars
Excellent (8.2, Excellent reviews)
S$ 201+
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Buffalo Marriott Niagara
3 stars
Excellent (8.1, Excellent reviews)
S$ 245+
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Hiring a car in Amherst

Expect to pay S$ 1.47 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$ 17.53 and S$ 23.37. 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 Full-size car hire (Toyota Camry or similar) is, on average, 51% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.

Expect to pay S$ 1.47 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$ 17.53 and S$ 23.37. 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 Full-size car hire (Toyota Camry or similar) is, on average, 51% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.