Driving from The Bronx to Amherst
Amherst lies 472 km (293 mi) north-west of The Bronx, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there.
Driving takes about 6 h 24 min without stops, over roughly 576 km (358 mi) of road; add breaks, fuel and any border.
| The Bronx | Amherst | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | United States | United States |
| Population | 1.4 million | 122,366 |
| Elevation | 19 m (62 ft) | 182 m (597 ft) |
| Time now | UTC-4 (America/New_York) | UTC-4 (America/New_York) |
Where to book car hire from The Bronx to Amherst
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Staying in Amherst
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Common questions
How far is Amherst from The Bronx?
472 km (293 mi) in a straight line, north-west of The Bronx; by road roughly 576 km (358 mi).
How long does it take to get from The Bronx to Amherst by car?
About 6 h 24 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between The Bronx and Amherst?
No, both are on America/New_York at the moment.
Where these facts come from
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- Wikidata (CC0): area, sister cities, visitor numbers, heritage listings, stations and ports
- OurAirports (public domain): airports, runways
- Natural Earth (public domain): map outlines
Data compiled 14 September 2026. Hotel and hostel figures are from our booking partner’s catalogue on that date. Journey times on this page are estimates from distance, not timetables; check the operator before you rely on one.