What is the cheapest way to get from Forster to East Maitland?

The cheapest way to get from Forster to East Maitland is to bus which costs $19 - $26 and takes 4h 13m.

What is the fastest way to get from Forster to East Maitland?

The fastest way to get from Forster to East Maitland is to drive which takes 1h 52m and costs $27 - $40.

Is there a direct bus between Forster and East Maitland?

No, there is no direct bus from Forster to East Maitland. However, there are services departing from Forster Coach Terminal, Little St and arriving at Hexham via Bulahdelah. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 31m.

Is there a direct train between Forster and East Maitland?

No, there is no direct train from Forster station to East Maitland station. However, there are services departing from Taree Station and arriving at Victoria Street Station via Maitland Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 20m.

How far is it from Forster to East Maitland?

The distance between Forster and East Maitland is 159 km. The road distance is 152.3 km.

How do I travel from Forster to East Maitland without a car?

The best way to get from Forster to East Maitland without a car is to bus via Bulahdelah which takes 3h 31m and costs $30 - $50.

How long does it take to get from Forster to East Maitland?

It takes approximately 3h 31m to get from Forster to East Maitland, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Forster to East Maitland bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Forster to East Maitland train from?

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

Train or bus from Forster to East Maitland?

The best way to get from Forster to East Maitland is to bus via Bulahdelah which takes 3h 31m and costs $30 - $50. Alternatively, you can train, which costs $29 - $170 and takes 4h 20m.

Where does the Forster to East Maitland bus arrive?

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

Where does the Forster to East Maitland train arrive?

Forster to East Maitland train services, operated by NSW TrainLink XPT, arrive at Maitland Station.

Can I drive from Forster to East Maitland?

Yes, the driving distance between Forster to East Maitland is 152 km. It takes approximately 1h 52m to drive from Forster to East Maitland.

Where can I stay near East Maitland?

There are 330+ hotels available in East Maitland.

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

How to get fromForster to East Maitland

Travel from

See all options

Search accommodation with Expedia

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

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Bus via Bulahdelah
best
1. Take the bus from Forster Coach Terminal, Little St to Bulahdelah Way Before Blanch Stbus 150 / ...
2. Take the bus from Bulahdelah to Hexhambus Pm11
3h 31m
$33–46
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Forster Coach Terminal, Little St to Newcastle Interchange, Stand Cbus 150 / ...
4h 13m
$19–26
Train
1. Take the train from Taree Station to Maitland Stationtrain 34 / ...
4h 20m
$30–163
Drive 152.3 km
1. Drive from Forster to East Maitlandcar 152.3 km
1h 52m
$28–40

Forster to East Maitland by bus and train

7Weekly Services

3h 31mAverage Duration

$33Cheapest Price

See schedules

Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Forster to East Maitland.

Launch map view

Distance: 159.5 km
Duration: 3h 31m

What companies run services between Forster, NSW, Australia and East Maitland, NSW, Australia?

You can take a bus from Forster Coach Terminal, Little St to Victoria Street Station via Bulahdelah, Hexham, and Hexham Station in around 3h 31m. Alternatively, NSW TrainLink XPT operates a train from Taree Station to Maitland Station 4 times a day. Tickets cost $20–150 and the journey takes 2h 32m. NSW TrainLink also services this route twice daily.

Train operators

Bus operators

Want to know more about travelling around Australia

Rome2Rio's Travel Guide series provide vital information for the global traveller. Filled with useful and timely travel information, the guides answer all the hard questions - such as 'How do I buy a ticket?', 'Should I book online before I travel? ', 'How much should I expect to pay?', 'Do the trains and buses have Wifi?' - to help you get the most out of your next trip.