What is the cheapest way to get from Forster to Burleigh Heads?

The cheapest way to get from Forster to Burleigh Heads is to train which costs $60 - $210 and takes 12h 19m.

What is the fastest way to get from Forster to Burleigh Heads?

The fastest way to get from Forster to Burleigh Heads is to drive which takes 5h 49m and costs $110 - $170.

Is there a direct bus between Forster and Burleigh Heads?

No, there is no direct bus from Forster to Burleigh Heads. However, there are services departing from Little St At Memorial Dr and arriving at Stockland Burleigh Heads, stop B via Taree and Johnston Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 11h 43m.

Is there a direct train between Forster and Burleigh Heads?

No, there is no direct train from Forster station to Burleigh Heads station. However, there are services departing from Taree Station and arriving at Varsity Lakes station, platform 2 via Roma Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 12h 19m.

How far is it from Forster to Burleigh Heads?

The distance between Forster and Burleigh Heads is 717 km. The road distance is 547.9 km.

How do I travel from Forster to Burleigh Heads without a car?

The best way to get from Forster to Burleigh Heads without a car is to bus via Johnston Street which takes 11h 43m and costs $85 - $210.

How long does it take to get from Forster to Burleigh Heads?

It takes approximately 6h 50m to get from Forster to Burleigh Heads, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Forster to Burleigh Heads bus from?

Forster to Burleigh Heads bus services, operated by Greyhound Australia, depart from Taree station.

Where do I catch the Forster to Burleigh Heads train from?

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

Train or bus from Forster to Burleigh Heads?

The best way to get from Forster to Burleigh Heads is to bus via Johnston Street which takes 11h 43m and costs $85 - $210. Alternatively, you can train, which costs $60 - $210 and takes 12h 19m.

Where does the Forster to Burleigh Heads bus arrive?

Forster to Burleigh Heads bus services, operated by Greyhound Australia, arrive at Bilinga station.

What is the time difference between Forster and Burleigh Heads?

Burleigh Heads is 1h behind Forster. It is currently 11:21 PM in Forster and 10:21 PM in Burleigh Heads.

Where does the Forster to Burleigh Heads train arrive?

Forster to Burleigh Heads train services, operated by NSW TrainLink XPT, arrive at Roma Street Station.

Can I drive from Forster to Burleigh Heads?

Yes, the driving distance between Forster to Burleigh Heads is 548 km. It takes approximately 5h 49m to drive from Forster to Burleigh Heads.

Where can I stay near Burleigh Heads?

There are 3101+ hotels available in Burleigh Heads.

Forster to Burleigh Heads - 8 ways to travel via train, bus, plane, and car

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There are 8 ways to get from Forster to Burleigh Heads by bus, plane, bus (Greyhound), train, or car

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Bus, bus to Newcastle Airport, fly to Gold Coast Airport
best
1. Take the bus from Forster Coach Terminal, Little St to Bulahdelah Way Before Blanch Stbus
2. Take the bus from Bulahdelah to Heatherbraebus
3. Fly from Newcastle Airport (NTL) to Gold Coast Airport (OOL)plane NTL - OOL
6h 50m
$130–609
Train, bus
cheapest
1. Take the train from Taree Station to Casino Stationtrain 33 / ...
2. Take the bus from Casino Station, Coach Bay to Wharf St Opp Tweed Heads Visitor Information Centrebus 167 / ...
12h 14m
$62–210
Bus via Johnston Street
1. Take the bus from Taree to Bilingabus Brisbane
11h 43m
$85–206
Drive 547.9 km
1. Drive from Forster to Burleigh Headscar 547.9 km
5h 49m
$117–169
Bus, bus to Newcastle Airport, fly to Brisbane Airport, train
1. Take the bus from Forster Coach Terminal, Little St to Bulahdelah Way Before Blanch Stbus
2. Take the bus from Bulahdelah to Heatherbraebus
3. Fly from Newcastle Airport (NTL) to Brisbane Airport (BNE)plane NTL - BNE
4. Take the train from International Airport Station to Varsity Lakes station, platform 2train
9h 2m
$155–427
Train to Sydney International Airport, fly to Gold Coast Airport
1. Take the train from Taree Station to Central Stationtrain
2. Fly from Sydney International Airport (SYD) to Gold Coast Airport (OOL)plane SYD - OOL
9h 57m
$137–592
Train
1. Take the train from Taree Station to Roma Street Stationtrain 31
2. Take the train from Roma Street to Varsity Lakes station, platform 2train Bdvl / ...
12h 19m
$63–209
Bus
1. Take the bus from Taree to Burleigh Headsbus Pm12
13h 7m
$90–136

Forster to Burleigh Heads by bus and foot

21Weekly Services

11h 43mAverage Duration

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Distance: 717.3 km
Duration: 6h 50m

What companies run services between Forster, NSW, Australia and Burleigh Heads, QLD, Australia?

Greyhound Australia operates a bus from Taree to Bilinga twice daily. Tickets cost $90–200 and the journey takes 9h 20m. Premier Motor Service also services this route once daily. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Forster Coach Terminal, Little St to Stockland Burleigh Heads, stop A via Taree Station, Coach Stop, Taree Station, Roma Street Station, Roma Street, Varsity Lakes station, platform 2, and Varsity Lakes station, stop B in around 12h 19m.

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