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

The cheapest way to get from Forster to Bankstown is to bus and train which costs $26 - $40 and takes 7h 4m.

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

The fastest way to get from Forster to Bankstown is to drive which takes 3h 29m and costs $55 - $80.

Is there a direct bus between Forster and Bankstown?

No, there is no direct bus from Forster to Bankstown station. However, there are services departing from Forster Coach Terminal, Little St and arriving at Bankstown Station, Stand G via Bulahdelah and Central Station, Railway Square, Stand M. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 43m.

Is there a direct train between Forster and Bankstown?

No, there is no direct train from Forster station to Bankstown station. However, there are services departing from Taree Station and arriving at Bankstown Station via Strathfield Station and Lidcombe Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 58m.

How far is it from Forster to Bankstown?

The distance between Forster and Bankstown is 415 km. The road distance is 301.7 km.

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

The best way to get from Forster to Bankstown without a car is to train which takes 6h 58m and costs $35 - $200.

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

It takes approximately 6h 58m to get from Forster to Bankstown, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Forster to Bankstown bus from?

Forster to Bankstown bus services, operated by Busways, depart from Forster Coach Terminal, Little St station.

Where do I catch the Forster to Bankstown train from?

Forster to Bankstown train services, operated by NSW TrainLink XPT, depart from Taree Station.

Train or bus from Forster to Bankstown?

The best way to get from Forster to Bankstown is to train which takes 6h 58m and costs $35 - $200. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $55 - $110 and takes 7h 43m.

Where does the Forster to Bankstown bus arrive?

Forster to Bankstown bus services, operated by Busways, arrive at Bulahdelah Way Before Blanch St station.

Where does the Forster to Bankstown train arrive?

Forster to Bankstown train services, operated by NSW TrainLink XPT, arrive at Strathfield Station.

Can I drive from Forster to Bankstown?

Yes, the driving distance between Forster to Bankstown is 302 km. It takes approximately 3h 29m to drive from Forster to Bankstown.

Where can I stay near Bankstown?

There are 5169+ hotels available in Bankstown.

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

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There are 4 ways to get from Forster to Bankstown by train, bus, car, or bus (Greyhound)

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Taree Station to Strathfield Stationtrain 34 / ...
6h 58m
$37–193
Bus, train
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Forster Coach Terminal, Little St to Newcastle Interchange, Stand Cbus 150 / ...
2. Take the train from Newcastle Interchange to Strathfield Stationtrain Ccn
7h 4m
$26–36
Drive 301.7 km
1. Drive from Forster to Bankstowncar 301.7 km
3h 29m
$55–80
Bus
1. Take the bus from Forster Coach Terminal, Little St to Bulahdelah Way Before Blanch Stbus 150 / ...
2. Take the bus from Bulahdelah to Central Stationbus Sydney
7h 43m
$56–104

Forster to Bankstown by bus and train

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6h 58mAverage Duration

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Distance: 414.7 km
Duration: 6h 58m

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

NSW TrainLink XPT operates a train from Taree Station to Strathfield Station 4 times a day. Tickets cost $35–180 and the journey takes 4h 53m. NSW TrainLink also services this route twice daily. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Forster Coach Terminal, Little St to Bankstown Station, Stand G via Bulahdelah, Central Station, and Central Station, Railway Square, Stand M in around 7h 43m.

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