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

The cheapest way to get from Forster to Kariong is to bus and train which costs $24 - $35 and takes 5h 47m.

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

The fastest way to get from Forster to Kariong is to drive which takes 2h 42m and costs $40 - $65.

Is there a direct bus between Forster and Kariong?

No, there is no direct bus from Forster to Kariong. However, there are services departing from Forster Coach Terminal, Little St and arriving at Central Coast Hwy Opp 95 via Broadmeadow Station, Graham Rd and Gosford Station, Stand D. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 15m.

Is there a direct train between Forster and Kariong?

No, there is no direct train from Forster station to Kariong station. However, there are services departing from Taree Station and arriving at Gosford Station via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 47m.

How far is it from Forster to Kariong?

The distance between Forster and Kariong is 281 km. The road distance is 235.5 km.

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

The best way to get from Forster to Kariong without a car is to bus and train which takes 5h 47m and costs $24 - $35.

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

It takes approximately 5h 47m to get from Forster to Kariong, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Forster to Kariong bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Forster to Kariong train from?

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

Train or bus from Forster to Kariong?

The best way to get from Forster to Kariong is to train which takes 5h 47m and costs $30 - $170. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $25 - $40 and takes 6h 15m.

Where does the Forster to Kariong bus arrive?

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

Where does the Forster to Kariong train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Forster to Kariong?

Yes, the driving distance between Forster to Kariong is 235 km. It takes approximately 2h 42m to drive from Forster to Kariong.

Where can I stay near Kariong?

There are 1255+ hotels available in Kariong.

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

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

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Bus, train
best
1. Take the bus from Forster Coach Terminal, Little St to Newcastle Interchange, Stand Cbus 150 / ...
2. Take the train from Newcastle Interchange to Gosford Stationtrain Ccn
5h 47m
$24–33
Train
1. Take the train from Taree Station to Gosford Stationtrain 34 / ...
5h 47m
$34–170
Drive 235.5 km
1. Drive from Forster to Kariongcar 235.5 km
2h 42m
$43–62
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 15m
$26–37

Forster to Kariong by bus and train

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Distance: 280.6 km
Duration: 5h 47m

What companies run services between Forster, NSW, Australia and Kariong, 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 Central Coast Hwy Opp 95 via Broadmeadow Station, Graham Rd, Gosford Station, Stand G, and Gosford Station, Stand D in around 6h 15m.

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