Introduction
Where to eat
When to visit
How to get there
Where to stay
Renting 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. We recommend you stay at least 3 days in order to fully appreciate everything Amherst has to offer.

Where to Eat in Amherst

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 to visit Amherst

Amherst in February
Estimated hotel price
$132
1 night at 3-star hotel
Amherst in February
Estimated hotel price
$132
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 4 miles from the city center. Airlines that fly from the United States to Amherst include Air France, Aeromexico and ITA Airways. The shortest domestic flight to Amherst departs from Orlando and takes around 2h 38m.

Train

Amtrak is the only carrier operating train routes to Amherst.

Car

Another option to get to Amherst is to pick up a car rental from Buffalo, which is about 8 miles from Amherst. You’ll find branches of Turo and Thrifty, among others, in Buffalo.

Plane

When flying to Amherst, you’ll arrive at Buffalo Airport (BUF), which is located 4 miles from the city center. Airlines that fly from the United States to Amherst include Air France, Aeromexico and ITA Airways. The shortest domestic flight to Amherst departs from Orlando and takes around 2h 38m.

Train

Amtrak is the only carrier operating train routes to Amherst.

Car

Another option to get to Amherst is to pick up a car rental from Buffalo, which is about 8 miles from Amherst. You’ll find branches of Turo and Thrifty, among others, in Buffalo.

Airports near Amherst

BUFBuffalo
ROCRochester Greater Rochester Intl
IAGNiagara Falls

Airlines serving Amherst

Lufthansa
Good (7,201 reviews)
KLM
Good (1,365 reviews)
British Airways
Good (7,078 reviews)
Delta
Excellent (7,971 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (3,884 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (8,849 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,471 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (807 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,282 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,596 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (9,654 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,413 reviews)
LOT
Good (1,087 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (352 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Excellent (10,325 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,299 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,222 reviews)
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Good (1,909 reviews)
Singapore Airlines
Excellent (1,319 reviews)
ITA Airways
Good (997 reviews)
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Where to stay in popular areas of Amherst

Most booked hotels in Amherst

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Hyatt Place Buffalo/Amherst
3 stars
Excellent (8.5, 1047 reviews)
$194+
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Hilton Garden Inn Buffalo Airport
3 stars
Excellent (8.4, 315 reviews)
$192+
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Sleep Inn
2 stars
Excellent (8.2, 900 reviews)
$111+
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Holiday Inn Express & Suites Buffalo-Airport
2 stars
Good (7.9, 645 reviews)
$158+
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La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Buffalo Amherst
2 stars
Good (7.8, 963 reviews)
$111+
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Buffalo Airport Hotel
3 stars
Good (7.6, 1587 reviews)
$97+
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Renting a car in Amherst

Renting a car in Amherst costs $98 per day, on average, or $294 if you want to rent if for 3 days.

You’re likely to save money by renting your car at the airport: locations in the city are, on average, 14% more expensive than at Buffalo.

Expect to pay $3.48 per gallon in Amherst (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $41.79 and $55.72. 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 rental cars (Class Special Car or similar) are, on average, 79% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.

Renting a car in Amherst costs $98 per day, on average, or $294 if you want to rent if for 3 days.

You’re likely to save money by renting your car at the airport: locations in the city are, on average, 14% more expensive than at Buffalo.

Expect to pay $3.48 per gallon in Amherst (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $41.79 and $55.72. 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 rental cars (Class Special Car or similar) are, on average, 79% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.

Car rental agencies in Amherst

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