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

The cheapest way to get from Forster to Macarthur is to bus and train via Newcastle which costs $30 - $50 and takes 8h 32m.

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

The fastest way to get from Forster to Macarthur is to drive which takes 4h 9m and costs $60 - $90.

Is there a direct bus between Forster and Macarthur?

No, there is no direct bus from Forster to Macarthur station. However, there are services departing from Forster Coach Terminal, Little St and arriving at Racecourse Rd Opp Menangle Park Station via Bulahdelah, Central Station, Railway Square, Stand M and Macarthur Station, Menangle Rd, Stand A. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 2m.

Is there a direct train between Forster and Macarthur?

No, there is no direct train from Forster station to Macarthur station. However, there are services departing from Taree Station and arriving at Menangle Park Station via Central Station and Campbelltown Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 10m.

How far is it from Forster to Macarthur?

The distance between Forster and Macarthur is 378 km. The road distance is 345.7 km.

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

The best way to get from Forster to Macarthur without a car is to bus and train which takes 8h and costs $50 - $85.

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

It takes approximately 8h to get from Forster to Macarthur, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Forster to Macarthur bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Forster to Macarthur train from?

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

Train or bus from Forster to Macarthur?

The best way to get from Forster to Macarthur is to train which takes 8h 10m and costs $45 - $210. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $55 - $120 and takes 9h 2m.

Where does the Forster to Macarthur bus arrive?

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

Where does the Forster to Macarthur train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Forster to Macarthur?

Yes, the driving distance between Forster to Macarthur is 346 km. It takes approximately 4h 9m to drive from Forster to Macarthur.

Where can I stay near Macarthur?

There are 247+ hotels available in Macarthur.

Forster to Macarthur - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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

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Bus, train
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 Sydney Central Stationbus
3. Take the train from Central Station to Campbelltown Stationtrain T8 / ...
8h
$52–84
Bus, train via Newcastle
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 Central Stationtrain Ccn
3. Take the train from Central Station to Campbelltown Stationtrain T8 / ...
8h 32m
$34–47
Train
1. Take the train from Taree Station to Central Stationtrain 34 / ...
2. Take the train from Central Station to Campbelltown Stationtrain T8 / ...
8h 10m
$45–202
Drive 345.7 km
1. Drive from Forster to Macarthurcar 345.7 km
4h 9m
$62–90
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
3. Take the bus from Central Station, Railway Square, Stand M to Macarthur Station, Menangle Rd, Stand Hbus N30
9h 2m
$58–114

Forster to Macarthur by bus and train

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Distance: 378.3 km
Duration: 8h

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

You can take a bus from Forster Coach Terminal, Little St to Menangle Park Station via Taree Station, Coach Stop, Taree Station, Central Station, and Campbelltown Station in around 8h 10m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Forster Coach Terminal, Little St to Racecourse Rd Opp Menangle Park Station via Bulahdelah, Central Station, Central Station, Railway Square, Stand M, Macarthur Station, Menangle Rd, Stand H, and Macarthur Station, Menangle Rd, Stand A in around 9h 2m.

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