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

The cheapest way to get from Forster to Heathcote is to bus via Newcastle which costs $24 - $40 and takes 8h 24m.

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

The fastest way to get from Forster to Heathcote is to drive which takes 3h 54m and costs $55 - $85.

Is there a direct bus between Forster and Heathcote?

No, there is no direct bus from Forster to Heathcote. However, there are services departing from Forster Coach Terminal, Little St and arriving at Heathcote via Bulahdelah and Central Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 16m.

Is there a direct train between Forster and Heathcote?

No, there is no direct train from Forster station to Heathcote station. However, there are services departing from Taree Station and arriving at Heathcote Station via Central Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 43m.

How far is it from Forster to Heathcote?

The distance between Forster and Heathcote is 447 km. The road distance is 327.7 km.

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

The best way to get from Forster to Heathcote without a car is to train which takes 7h 43m and costs $35 - $200.

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

It takes approximately 7h 43m to get from Forster to Heathcote, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Forster to Heathcote bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Forster to Heathcote train from?

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

Train or bus from Forster to Heathcote?

The best way to get from Forster to Heathcote is to train which takes 7h 43m and costs $35 - $200. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $60 - $130 and takes 8h 16m.

Where does the Forster to Heathcote bus arrive?

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

Where does the Forster to Heathcote train arrive?

Forster to Heathcote train services, operated by NSW TrainLink XPT, arrive at Central Station.

Can I drive from Forster to Heathcote?

Yes, the driving distance between Forster to Heathcote is 328 km. It takes approximately 3h 54m to drive from Forster to Heathcote.

Where can I stay near Heathcote?

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There are 5 ways to get from Forster to Heathcote by train, bus (Greyhound), car, or bus

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Taree Station to Central Stationtrain 34 / ...
7h 43m
$39–194
Bus via Newcastle
cheapest
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 Gordon Station, Stand Cbus 15Cn
8h 24m
$24–38
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
8h 16m
$64–122
Drive 327.7 km
1. Drive from Forster to Heathcotecar 327.7 km
3h 54m
$59–85
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Forster Coach Terminal, Little St to Newcastle Interchange, Stand Cbus 150 / ...
2. Take the train from Newcastle Interchange to Central Stationtrain Ccn
7h 49m
$28–39

Forster to Heathcote by bus and train

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Distance: 446.9 km
Duration: 7h 43m

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

NSW TrainLink XPT operates a train from Taree Station to Central Station 4 times a day. Tickets cost $30–180 and the journey takes 5h 7m. NSW TrainLink also services this route twice daily. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Forster Coach Terminal, Little St to Heathcote via Bulahdelah and Central Station in around 8h 16m.

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