What is the cheapest way to get from Forster to Ettalong Beach?

The cheapest way to get from Forster to Ettalong Beach is to bus and train which costs $22 - $35 and takes 5h 21m.

What is the fastest way to get from Forster to Ettalong Beach?

The fastest way to get from Forster to Ettalong Beach is to drive which takes 2h 58m and costs $40 - $65.

Is there a direct bus between Forster and Ettalong Beach?

No, there is no direct bus from Forster to Ettalong Beach. However, there are services departing from Forster Coach Terminal, Little St and arriving at Ettalong Public School, Uligandi St via Broadmeadow Station, Graham Rd and Gosford Station, Stand G. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 52m.

Is there a direct train between Forster and Ettalong Beach?

No, there is no direct train from Forster station to Ettalong Beach station. However, there are services departing from Taree Station and arriving at Woy Woy Station via Gosford Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 4m.

How far is it from Forster to Ettalong Beach?

The distance between Forster and Ettalong Beach is 276 km. The road distance is 244.3 km.

How do I travel from Forster to Ettalong Beach without a car?

The best way to get from Forster to Ettalong Beach without a car is to bus and train which takes 5h 21m and costs $22 - $35.

How long does it take to get from Forster to Ettalong Beach?

It takes approximately 5h 21m to get from Forster to Ettalong Beach, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Forster to Ettalong Beach bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Forster to Ettalong Beach train from?

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

Train or bus from Forster to Ettalong Beach?

The best way to get from Forster to Ettalong Beach is to train which takes 6h 4m and costs $35 - $180. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $26 - $40 and takes 6h 52m.

Where does the Forster to Ettalong Beach bus arrive?

Forster to Ettalong Beach bus services, operated by Busways, arrive at Broadmeadow Station, Graham Rd.

Where does the Forster to Ettalong Beach train arrive?

Forster to Ettalong Beach train services, operated by NSW TrainLink XPT, arrive at Gosford Station.

Can I drive from Forster to Ettalong Beach?

Yes, the driving distance between Forster to Ettalong Beach is 244 km. It takes approximately 2h 58m to drive from Forster to Ettalong Beach.

Where can I stay near Ettalong Beach?

There are 1249+ hotels available in Ettalong Beach.

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

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

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Bus, train
best
1. Take the bus from Forster Coach Terminal, Little St to Broadmeadow Station, Graham Rdbus 150 / ...
2. Take the train from Broadmeadow Station to Woy Woy Stationtrain Ccn
5h 21m
$23–32
Train
1. Take the train from Taree Station to Gosford Stationtrain 34 / ...
6h 4m
$39–177
Drive 244.3 km
1. Drive from Forster to Ettalong Beachcar 244.3 km
2h 58m
$44–64
Bus
1. Take the bus from Forster Coach Terminal, Little St to Broadmeadow Station, Graham Rdbus 150 / ...
2. Take the bus from Broadmeadow Station, Graham Rd to Gosford Station, Stand Gbus 2406 / ...
6h 52m
$27–38

Forster to Ettalong Beach by bus and train

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5h 21mAverage Duration

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Distance: 276.2 km
Duration: 5h 21m

What companies run services between Forster, NSW, Australia and Ettalong Beach, NSW, Australia?

NSW TrainLink XPT operates a train from Taree Station to Gosford Station 4 times a day. Tickets cost $27–160 and the journey takes 3h 52m. NSW TrainLink also services this route twice daily. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Forster Coach Terminal, Little St to Ettalong Public School, Uligandi St via Broadmeadow Station, Graham Rd and Gosford Station, Stand G in around 6h 52m.

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