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

The cheapest way to get from Forster to Sawtell is to bus which costs $24 - $35 and takes 6h 3m.

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

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

Is there a direct bus between Forster and Sawtell?

No, there is no direct bus from Forster to Sawtell station. However, there are services departing from Forster Coach Terminal, Little St and arriving at Sawtell Station, Coach Stop via Taree Station, Coach Stop. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 3m.

Is there a direct train between Forster and Sawtell?

No, there is no direct train from Forster station to Sawtell station. However, there are services departing from Taree Station and arriving at Sawtell Station via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 41m.

How far is it from Forster to Sawtell?

The distance between Forster and Sawtell is 258 km. The road distance is 246.4 km.

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

The best way to get from Forster to Sawtell without a car is to train which takes 4h 41m and costs $26 - $170.

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

It takes approximately 4h 41m to get from Forster to Sawtell, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Forster to Sawtell bus from?

Forster to Sawtell bus services, operated by NSW TrainLink, depart from Taree Station, Coach Stop.

Where do I catch the Forster to Sawtell train from?

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

Train or bus from Forster to Sawtell?

The best way to get from Forster to Sawtell is to train which takes 4h 41m and costs $26 - $170. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $24 - $35 and takes 6h 3m.

Where does the Forster to Sawtell bus arrive?

Forster to Sawtell bus services, operated by NSW TrainLink, arrive at Sawtell Station, Coach Stop.

Where does the Forster to Sawtell train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Forster to Sawtell?

Yes, the driving distance between Forster to Sawtell is 246 km. It takes approximately 2h 40m to drive from Forster to Sawtell.

Where can I stay near Sawtell?

There are 481+ hotels available in Sawtell.

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There are 4 ways to get from Forster to Sawtell by train, bus, car, or bus (Greyhound)

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Taree Station to Sawtell Stationtrain 31 / ...
4h 41m
$27–166
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Taree Station, Coach Stop to Sawtell Station, Coach Stopbus 3105 / ...
6h 3m
$25–35
Drive 246.4 km
1. Drive from Forster to Sawtellcar 246.4 km
2h 40m
$45–64
Bus via Park Av At Little St
1. Take the bus from Taree to Coffs Harbourbus Brisbane
6h 25m
$43–91

Forster to Sawtell by bus and train

38Weekly Services

4h 41mAverage Duration

$27Cheapest Price

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Distance: 258.3 km
Duration: 4h 41m

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

NSW TrainLink XPT operates a train from Taree Station to Sawtell Station 4 times a day. Tickets cost $22–160 and the journey takes 3h 6m. NSW TrainLink also services this route twice daily. Alternatively, NSW TrainLink operates a bus from Taree Station, Coach Stop to Sawtell Station, Coach Stop 5 times a day. Tickets cost $20–29 and the journey takes 4h 28m.

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