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

The cheapest way to get from Macksville to Forster is to train which costs $23 - $160 and takes 4h.

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

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

Is there a direct bus between Macksville and Forster?

No, there is no direct bus from Macksville to Forster. However, there are services departing from Macksville and arriving at Beach St At Head Lane via Victoria St Before Manning St. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 5m.

Is there a direct train between Macksville and Forster?

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

How far is it from Macksville to Forster?

The distance between Macksville and Forster is 210 km. The road distance is 196.8 km.

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

The best way to get from Macksville to Forster without a car is to train which takes 4h and costs $23 - $160.

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

It takes approximately 4h to get from Macksville to Forster, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Macksville to Forster bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Macksville to Forster train from?

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

Train or bus from Macksville to Forster?

The best way to get from Macksville to Forster is to train which takes 4h and costs $23 - $160. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $30 - $45 and takes 4h 5m.

Where does the Macksville to Forster bus arrive?

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

Where does the Macksville to Forster train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Macksville to Forster?

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

Where can I stay near Forster?

There are 762+ hotels available in Forster.

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Distance: 210.2 km
Duration: 4h

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

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

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