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.

Where to Eat in Amherst

If you’re looking for affordable options, Jazzboline (5010 Main St) and TGI FRIDAYS - Buffalo (Amherst) (1209 Niagara Falls Blvd) are great picks.

When to visit Amherst

Amherst in February
Estimated hotel price
S$ 174
1 night at 3-star hotel
Amherst in February
Estimated hotel price
S$ 174
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 26h 11m.

Train

Amtrak is the only carrier operating train routes to Amherst. The train journey from Amherst to Rensselaer takes 5h 32m and costs around S$ 65 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from New York, expect to pay about S$ 78 for a 8h 17m trip.

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 26h 11m.

Train

Amtrak is the only carrier operating train routes to Amherst. The train journey from Amherst to Rensselaer takes 5h 32m and costs around S$ 65 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from New York, expect to pay about S$ 78 for a 8h 17m trip.

Airports near Amherst

BUFBuffalo
ROCRochester Greater Rochester Intl
IAGNiagara Falls

Airlines serving Amherst

Lufthansa
Good (7,203 reviews)
KLM
Good (1,372 reviews)
British Airways
Good (7,129 reviews)
Delta
Excellent (7,953 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (3,901 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (8,856 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,466 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (813 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,284 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,602 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,423 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (9,717 reviews)
LOT
Good (1,099 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (350 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Excellent (10,394 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,222 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,316 reviews)
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Good (1,917 reviews)
Singapore Airlines
Excellent (1,326 reviews)
ITA Airways
Good (1,001 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 Comfort Inn University.

Where to stay in popular areas of Amherst

Most booked hotels in Amherst

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Courtyard by Marriott Buffalo Airport
3 stars
Excellent (8.6, Excellent reviews)
S$ 259+
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Hyatt Place Buffalo/Amherst
3 stars
Excellent (8.5, Excellent reviews)
S$ 275+
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Hilton Garden Inn Buffalo Airport
3 stars
Excellent (8.5, Excellent reviews)
S$ 246+
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Sleep Inn
2 stars
Excellent (8.2, Excellent reviews)
S$ 146+
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Holiday Inn Express & Suites Buffalo-Airport
2 stars
Good (7.9, Good reviews)
S$ 200+
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Buffalo Airport Hotel
3 stars
Good (7.6, Good reviews)
S$ 122+
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Hiring a car in Amherst

Expect to pay S$ 1.18 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$ 14.15 and S$ 18.87. The most frequently booked car type in Amherst is Full-size (Ford Transit Cargo 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, 79% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.

Expect to pay S$ 1.18 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$ 14.15 and S$ 18.87. The most frequently booked car type in Amherst is Full-size (Ford Transit Cargo 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, 79% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.

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