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

The cheapest way to get from Forster to Wollongong is to bus and train via Newcastle which costs $30 - $45 and takes 8h 48m.

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

The fastest way to get from Forster to Wollongong is to drive which takes 4h 24m and costs $65 - $100.

Is there a direct bus between Forster and Wollongong?

No, there is no direct bus from Forster to Wollongong. However, there are services departing from Forster Coach Terminal, Little St and arriving at Wollongong via Bulahdelah and Central Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 1m.

Is there a direct train between Forster and Wollongong?

No, there is no direct train from Forster station to Wollongong station. However, there are services departing from Taree Station and arriving at Wollongong Station via Central Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 44m.

How far is it from Forster to Wollongong?

The distance between Forster and Wollongong is 398 km. The road distance is 369.8 km.

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

The best way to get from Forster to Wollongong without a car is to bus and train which takes 8h 17m and costs $40 - $70.

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

It takes approximately 8h 17m to get from Forster to Wollongong, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Forster to Wollongong bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Forster to Wollongong train from?

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

Train or bus from Forster to Wollongong?

The best way to get from Forster to Wollongong is to train which takes 8h 44m and costs $40 - $200. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $75 - $140 and takes 9h 1m.

Where does the Forster to Wollongong bus arrive?

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

Where does the Forster to Wollongong train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Forster to Wollongong?

Yes, the driving distance between Forster to Wollongong is 370 km. It takes approximately 4h 24m to drive from Forster to Wollongong.

Where can I stay near Wollongong?

There are 341+ hotels available in Wollongong.

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

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There are 5 ways to get from Forster to Wollongong 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 Wollongong Stationtrain Sco
8h 17m
$44–68
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 Wollongong Stationtrain Sco
8h 48m
$30–41
Train
1. Take the train from Taree Station to Central Stationtrain 34 / ...
2. Take the train from Central Station to Wollongong Stationtrain Sco
8h 44m
$41–196
Drive 369.8 km
1. Drive from Forster to Wollongongcar 369.8 km
4h 24m
$68–98
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 to Wollongongbus Pm2
9h 1m
$77–133

Forster to Wollongong by bus and train

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Distance: 398 km
Duration: 8h 17m

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

You can take a bus from Forster Coach Terminal, Little St to Wollongong Station via Taree Station, Coach Stop, Taree Station, and Central Station in around 8h 44m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Forster Coach Terminal, Little St to Wollongong via Bulahdelah and Central Station in around 9h 1m.

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