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

The cheapest way to get from Forster to Macksville is to train which costs $23 - $160 and takes 3h 58m.

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

The fastest way to get from Forster to Macksville is to drive which takes 2h 8m and costs $35 - $55.

Is there a direct bus between Forster and Macksville?

No, there is no direct bus from Forster to Macksville. However, there are services departing from Little St At Memorial Dr and arriving at Macksville via Taree. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 7m.

Is there a direct train between Forster and Macksville?

No, there is no direct train from Forster station to Macksville station. However, there are services departing from Taree Station and arriving at Macksville Station via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 58m.

How far is it from Forster to Macksville?

The distance between Forster and Macksville is 210 km. The road distance is 196.9 km.

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

The best way to get from Forster to Macksville without a car is to train which takes 3h 58m and costs $23 - $160.

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

It takes approximately 3h 58m to get from Forster to Macksville, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Forster to Macksville bus from?

Forster to Macksville bus services, operated by Premier Motor Service, depart from Taree station.

Where do I catch the Forster to Macksville train from?

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

Train or bus from Forster to Macksville?

The best way to get from Forster to Macksville is to train which takes 3h 58m and costs $23 - $160. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $30 - $45 and takes 4h 7m.

Where does the Forster to Macksville bus arrive?

Forster to Macksville bus services, operated by Premier Motor Service, arrive at Macksville station.

Where does the Forster to Macksville train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Forster to Macksville?

Yes, the driving distance between Forster to Macksville is 197 km. It takes approximately 2h 8m to drive from Forster to Macksville.

Where can I stay near Macksville?

There are 294+ hotels available in Macksville.

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Forster to Macksville by bus and train

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3h 58mAverage Duration

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Distance: 210 km
Duration: 3h 58m

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

NSW TrainLink XPT operates a train from Taree Station to Macksville Station 4 times a day. Tickets cost $19–150 and the journey takes 2h 23m. NSW TrainLink also services this route twice daily. Alternatively, Premier Motor Service operates a bus from Taree to Macksville once daily. Tickets cost $30–45 and the journey takes 2h 25m.

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