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

The cheapest way to get from Sawtell to Forster is to train which costs $26 - $160 and takes 4h 46m.

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

The fastest way to get from Sawtell to Forster is to drive which takes 2h 39m and costs $40 - $65.

Is there a direct bus between Sawtell and Forster?

No, there is no direct bus from Sawtell to Forster. However, there are services departing from Toormina Rd After Hobbs Cres and arriving at Beach St At Head Lane via Macksville and Victoria St Before Manning St. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 13m.

Is there a direct train between Sawtell and Forster?

No, there is no direct train from Sawtell station to Forster station. However, there are services departing from Sawtell Station and arriving at Taree Station via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 46m.

How far is it from Sawtell to Forster?

The distance between Sawtell and Forster is 258 km. The road distance is 246.1 km.

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

The best way to get from Sawtell to Forster without a car is to train which takes 4h 46m and costs $26 - $160.

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

It takes approximately 4h 46m to get from Sawtell to Forster, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Sawtell to Forster bus from?

Sawtell to Forster bus services, operated by Busways, depart from Toormina Rd After Hobbs Cres station.

Where do I catch the Sawtell to Forster train from?

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

Train or bus from Sawtell to Forster?

The best way to get from Sawtell to Forster is to train which takes 4h 46m and costs $26 - $160. Alternatively, you can bus via Macksville, which costs $35 - $55 and takes 6h 13m.

Where does the Sawtell to Forster bus arrive?

Sawtell to Forster bus services, operated by Busways, arrive at Macksville Aquatic Centre, Cooper St station.

Where does the Sawtell to Forster train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Sawtell to Forster?

Yes, the driving distance between Sawtell to Forster is 246 km. It takes approximately 2h 39m to drive from Sawtell to Forster.

Where can I stay near Forster?

There are 758+ hotels available in Forster.

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

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Train
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1. Take the train from Sawtell Station to Taree Stationtrain 32 / ...
4h 46m
$26–158
Bus via Macksville
1. Take the bus from Toormina Rd After Hobbs Cres to Macksville Aquatic Centre, Cooper Stbus 360
2. Take the bus from Macksville to Tareebus Pm11
6h 13m
$36–53
Drive 246.1 km
1. Drive from Sawtell to Forstercar 246.1 km
2h 39m
$45–64
Bus
1. Take the bus from Coffs Harbour to Tareebus Sydney
6h 41m
$40–91

Sawtell to Forster by train and bus

38Weekly Services

4h 46mAverage Duration

$26Cheapest Price

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Distance: 258.5 km
Duration: 4h 46m

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

NSW TrainLink XPT operates a train from Sawtell Station to Taree Station 4 times a day. Tickets cost $22–160 and the journey takes 3h 11m. NSW TrainLink also services this route twice daily. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Toormina Rd After Hobbs Cres to Beach St At Head Lane via Macksville Aquatic Centre, Cooper St, Macksville, Taree, and Victoria St Before Manning St in around 6h 13m.

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