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

The cheapest way to get from Forster to Mortdale is to bus and train which costs $35 - $50 and takes 7h 20m.

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

The fastest way to get from Forster to Mortdale is to drive which takes 3h 38m and costs $55 - $85.

Is there a direct bus between Forster and Mortdale?

No, there is no direct bus from Forster to Mortdale station. However, there are services departing from Forster Coach Terminal, Little St and arriving at Mortdale Station, Pitt St, Stand B via Bulahdelah and Central Station, Railway Square, Stand M. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 38m.

Is there a direct train between Forster and Mortdale?

No, there is no direct train from Forster station to Mortdale station. However, there are services departing from Taree Station and arriving at Mortdale Station via Central Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 16m.

How far is it from Forster to Mortdale?

The distance between Forster and Mortdale is 431 km. The road distance is 308.9 km.

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

The best way to get from Forster to Mortdale without a car is to train which takes 7h 16m and costs $35 - $200.

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

It takes approximately 7h 16m to get from Forster to Mortdale, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Forster to Mortdale bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Forster to Mortdale train from?

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

Train or bus from Forster to Mortdale?

The best way to get from Forster to Mortdale is to train which takes 7h 16m and costs $35 - $200. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $55 - $110 and takes 7h 38m.

Where does the Forster to Mortdale bus arrive?

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

Where does the Forster to Mortdale train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Forster to Mortdale?

Yes, the driving distance between Forster to Mortdale is 309 km. It takes approximately 3h 38m to drive from Forster to Mortdale.

Where can I stay near Mortdale?

There are 5117+ hotels available in Mortdale.

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Taree Station to Central Stationtrain 34 / ...
7h 16m
$39–195
Bus, train
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
7h 20m
$36–48
Drive 308.9 km
1. Drive from Forster to Mortdalecar 308.9 km
3h 38m
$56–81
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
7h 38m
$58–108
Bus via Newcastle
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 George St Opp Hornsby Stationbus 37Cn
8h 30m
$44–60

Forster to Mortdale by bus and train

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Distance: 430.8 km
Duration: 7h 16m

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

NSW TrainLink XPT operates a train from Taree Station to Central Station 4 times a day. Tickets cost $40–180 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 Mortdale Station, Pitt St, Stand B via Bulahdelah, Central Station, and Central Station, Railway Square, Stand M in around 7h 38m.

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