What is the cheapest way to get from Epping to Forster?

The cheapest way to get from Epping to Forster is to train and bus which costs $22 - $30 and takes 6h 41m.

What is the fastest way to get from Epping to Forster?

The fastest way to get from Epping to Forster is to drive which takes 3h 16m and costs $50 - $75.

Is there a direct bus between Epping and Forster?

No, there is no direct bus from Epping station to Forster. However, there are services departing from Epping Station, Beecroft Rd, Stand H and arriving at Forster Coach Terminal, Little St via Hornsby and Tarean Rd Before Bundabah St. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 34m.

Is there a direct train between Epping and Forster?

No, there is no direct train from Epping station to Forster station. However, there are services departing from Epping Station and arriving at Taree Station via Hornsby Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 31m.

How far is it from Epping to Forster?

The distance between Epping and Forster is 321 km. The road distance is 286.8 km.

How do I travel from Epping to Forster without a car?

The best way to get from Epping to Forster without a car is to train and bus which takes 6h 41m and costs $22 - $30.

How long does it take to get from Epping to Forster?

It takes approximately 6h 41m to get from Epping to Forster, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Epping to Forster bus from?

Epping to Forster bus services, operated by Premier Motor Service, depart from Hornsby station.

Where do I catch the Epping to Forster train from?

Epping to Forster train services, operated by NSW TrainLink XPT, depart from Hornsby Station.

Train or bus from Epping to Forster?

The best way to get from Epping to Forster is to train which takes 7h 31m and costs $35 - $190. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $40 - $70 and takes 7h 34m.

Where does the Epping to Forster bus arrive?

Epping to Forster bus services, operated by Premier Motor Service, arrive at Karuah station.

Where does the Epping to Forster train arrive?

Epping to Forster train services, operated by NSW TrainLink XPT, arrive at Taree Station.

Can I drive from Epping to Forster?

Yes, the driving distance between Epping to Forster is 287 km. It takes approximately 3h 16m to drive from Epping to Forster.

Where can I stay near Forster?

There are 758+ hotels available in Forster.

Epping to Forster - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from Epping to Forster by train, bus, or car

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Train, bus
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1. Take the train from Epping Station to Broadmeadow Stationtrain Ccn
2. Take the bus from Broadmeadow Station, Graham Rd to Forster Coach Terminal, Little Stbus 150 / ...
6h 41m
$22–30
Train
1. Take the train from Hornsby Station to Taree Stationtrain 33 / ...
7h 31m
$38–184
Drive 286.8 km
1. Drive from Epping to Forstercar 286.8 km
3h 16m
$52–75
Bus
1. Take the bus from Hornsby to Karuahbus Pm12
2. Take the bus from Tarean Rd Before Bundabah St to Forster Coach Terminal, Little Stbus 150 / ...
7h 34m
$44–70

Epping to Forster by train and bus

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6h 41mAverage Duration

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Distance: 320.6 km
Duration: 6h 41m

What companies run services between Epping, NSW, Australia and Forster, NSW, Australia?

NSW TrainLink XPT operates a train from Hornsby Station to Taree Station 4 times a day. Tickets cost $30–170 and the journey takes 4h 46m. NSW TrainLink also services this route twice daily. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Epping Station, Beecroft Rd, Stand H to Forster Coach Terminal, Little St via Hornsby Station, George St, Hornsby, Karuah, and Tarean Rd Before Bundabah St in around 7h 34m.

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