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
$133
1 night at 3-star hotel
Amherst in February
Estimated hotel price
$133
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 Royal Air Maroc. 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 Cleveland, which is about 180 miles from Amherst. You’ll find branches of Thrifty and Turo, among others, in Cleveland.

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 Royal Air Maroc. 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 Cleveland, which is about 180 miles from Amherst. You’ll find branches of Thrifty and Turo, among others, in Cleveland.

Airports near Amherst

BUFBuffalo
ROCGreater Rochester Intl
ERIErie

Airlines serving Amherst

Lufthansa
Good (7,492 reviews)
KLM
Good (1,404 reviews)
British Airways
Good (7,456 reviews)
Delta
Good (7,980 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (4,009 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (8,980 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,476 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,375 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,651 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (855 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (10,304 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,533 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,280 reviews)
LOT
Good (1,133 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,332 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Excellent (11,098 reviews)
Singapore Airlines
Excellent (1,382 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (365 reviews)
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Good (2,015 reviews)
JetBlue
Good (2,908 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 Red Roof Plus+ University At Buffalo-Amherst.

Where to stay in popular areas of Amherst

Most booked hotels in Amherst

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Hampton Inn Buffalo - Amherst
2 stars
Excellent (8.9, 569 reviews)
$103+
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Hilton Garden Inn Buffalo Airport
3 stars
Excellent (8.5, 339 reviews)
$152+
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Hyatt Place Buffalo/Amherst
3 stars
Excellent (8.4, 1065 reviews)
$191+
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Sleep Inn Amherst - Buffalo North near University
2 stars
Excellent (8.2, 951 reviews)
$83+
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La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Buffalo Amherst
3 stars
Excellent (8, 980 reviews)
$89+
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Holiday Inn Express & Suites Buffalo-Airport By IHG
2 stars
Good (7.8, 683 reviews)
$127+
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Renting a car in Amherst

Renting a car in Amherst costs $51 per day, on average, or $153 if you want to rent if for 3 days.

It’s generally cheaper to rent your vehicle outside the airport: locations in the city are around 36% cheaper than airport locations in Amherst.

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 Intermediate (Class Intermediate SUV 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, 56% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.

Renting a car in Amherst costs $51 per day, on average, or $153 if you want to rent if for 3 days.

It’s generally cheaper to rent your vehicle outside the airport: locations in the city are around 36% cheaper than airport locations in Amherst.

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 Intermediate (Class Intermediate SUV 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, 56% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.

Best car rental deals in Amherst

Intermediate SUV

5 Adults, 3 Bags

$47/day

Intermediate SUV
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