What is the cheapest way to get from Forster to City of Parramatta?

The cheapest way to get from Forster to City of Parramatta is to bus and train which costs $26 - $40 and takes 7h.

What is the fastest way to get from Forster to City of Parramatta?

The fastest way to get from Forster to City of Parramatta is to drive which takes 3h 24m and costs $50 - $75.

Is there a direct bus between Forster and City of Parramatta?

No, there is no direct bus from Forster to City of Parramatta station. However, there are services departing from Forster Coach Terminal, Little St and arriving at Parramatta Station, Stand B3 via Newcastle Interchange, Stand C and Pennant Hills Station, Railway St, Stand A. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 8m.

Is there a direct train between Forster and City of Parramatta?

No, there is no direct train from Forster station to City of Parramatta station. However, there are services departing from Taree Station and arriving at Parramatta Station via Strathfield Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 47m.

How far is it from Forster to City of Parramatta?

The distance between Forster and City of Parramatta is 414 km. The road distance is 293.6 km.

How do I travel from Forster to City of Parramatta without a car?

The best way to get from Forster to City of Parramatta without a car is to train which takes 6h 47m and costs $35 - $190.

How long does it take to get from Forster to City of Parramatta?

It takes approximately 6h 47m to get from Forster to City of Parramatta, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Forster to City of Parramatta bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Forster to City of Parramatta train from?

Forster to City of Parramatta train services, operated by NSW TrainLink XPT, depart from Taree Station.

Train or bus from Forster to City of Parramatta?

The best way to get from Forster to City of Parramatta is to train which takes 6h 47m and costs $35 - $190. Alternatively, you can bus via Newcastle, which costs $26 - $40 and takes 7h 8m.

Where does the Forster to City of Parramatta bus arrive?

Forster to City of Parramatta bus services, operated by Busways, arrive at Newcastle Interchange, Stand C station.

Where does the Forster to City of Parramatta train arrive?

Forster to City of Parramatta train services, operated by NSW TrainLink XPT, arrive at Strathfield Station.

Can I drive from Forster to City of Parramatta?

Yes, the driving distance between Forster to City of Parramatta is 294 km. It takes approximately 3h 24m to drive from Forster to City of Parramatta.

Where can I stay near City of Parramatta?

There are 5211+ hotels available in City of Parramatta.

Forster to City of Parramatta - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 5 ways to get from Forster to City of Parramatta 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 47m
$38–184
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 Epping Stationtrain Ccn
7h
$26–36
Drive 293.6 km
1. Drive from Forster to City of Parramattacar 293.6 km
3h 24m
$52–76
Bus via Newcastle
1. Take the bus from Forster Coach Terminal, Little St to Newcastle Interchange, Stand Cbus 150 / ...
2. Take the bus from Newcastle Interchange, Stand C to George St Opp Hornsby Stationbus 15Cn
7h 8m
$26–37
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 20m
$50–104

Forster to City of Parramatta by bus, train, and foot

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Distance: 413.8 km
Duration: 6h 47m

What companies run services between Forster, NSW, Australia and City of Parramatta, NSW, Australia?

NSW TrainLink XPT operates a train from Taree Station to Strathfield Station 4 times a day. Tickets cost $30–170 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 City of Parramatta via Newcastle Interchange, Stand C, George St Opp Hornsby Station, Hornsby Station, Pennant Hills Station, Pennant Hills Station, Railway St, Stand A, and Parramatta Station, Stand B3 in around 7h 8m.

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