Distance from Atlanta to Amherst by Car and Plane

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The flight distance from Atlanta (GA) to Amherst (NY) is 709 miles or 1141 kilometers or 616 nautical miles.
Driving distance from Atlanta to Amherst is 892 miles (1436 kilometers).
Difference between fly and travel by a car is 183 miles or 295 km.

Atlanta to Amherst Flight Route Map

Map Showing the Distance Between Atlanta, GA and Amherst, NY
This map shows the distance from Atlanta, GA, Usa to Amherst, NY, Usa. You can also see the distance in miles and km below the map. Flight route map from Atlanta, Georgia to Amherst, New York is displayed below.

Driving distance from Atlanta, GA to Amherst, NY

The driving distance from Atlanta, Georgia to Amherst, New York is 892 miles or 1436 km.
The total driving distance from Atlanta, GA to Amherst, NY is 892 miles or 1436 kilometers. Your trip begins in Atlanta, Georgia. It ends in Amherst, New York.
The driving distance from Atlanta, Georgia to Amherst, New York is approximately 892 miles (1436 kilometers), depending on the specific route you take. Without considering any traffic or other delays, driving this distance typically takes around 17 to 18 hours under normal conditions.

Driving time from Atlanta, GA to Amherst, NY

How long is the drive from Atlanta, GA to Amherst, NY?
The total driving time is 17 hours, 7 minutes.
How long does a car ride from Atlanta to Amherst take?
Atlanta and Amherst are 17 hours 7 mins far apart, if you drive non-stop.

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Attention! According to the recommendations of experts, you should stop and take a break every 2 hours on average, take a fresh air and walk a little to protect your alertness and health during long trips by car. In addition, you can drink some coffee to prevent you from sleeping. People who drive constantly without taking a break lose their focus and can eventually cause accidents. Also, please drive carefully and follow the speed rules.

Time Difference between Atlanta and Amherst

Time difference between Atlanta (GA) and Amherst (NY) is 0 Hours.

Current local time in Atlanta	Current local time in Amherst
2025-12-17, 06:14:51 EST	2025-12-17, 06:14:51 EST

How Far is it Between Atlanta Georgia, USA and Amherst New York, USA?

You can compare air and road distance between Atlanta, GA and Amherst, NY in this summary table of distances in miles, kilometers and nautical miles.

Distance type	Miles	Kilometers	Nautical miles
Driving distance	892 mi	1436 km	774.61 nmi
Straight line distance	709 mi	1141 km	616 nmi
Difference	183 mi	295 km	158 nmi

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