What is the cheapest way to get from Sydney CBD to Forster?

The cheapest way to get from Sydney CBD to Forster is to train and bus which costs $27 - $40 and takes 7h 31m.

What is the fastest way to get from Sydney CBD to Forster?

The fastest way to get from Sydney CBD to Forster is to drive which takes 3h 30m and costs $50 - $80.

Is there a direct bus between Sydney CBD and Forster?

No, there is no direct bus from Sydney CBD station to Forster. However, there are services departing from Central Station and arriving at Forster Coach Terminal, Little St via Bulahdelah Way After Blanch St. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 39m.

Is there a direct train between Sydney CBD and Forster?

No, there is no direct train from Sydney CBD station to Forster station. However, there are services departing from Wynyard Station and arriving at Taree Station via Central Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 6m.

How far is it from Sydney CBD to Forster?

The distance between Sydney CBD and Forster is 305 km. The road distance is 298.7 km.

How do I travel from Sydney CBD to Forster without a car?

The best way to get from Sydney CBD to Forster without a car is to bus which takes 5h 39m and costs $45 - $100.

How long does it take to get from Sydney CBD to Forster?

It takes approximately 5h 39m to get from Sydney CBD to Forster, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Sydney CBD to Forster bus from?

Sydney CBD to Forster bus services, operated by Greyhound Australia, depart from Central Station.

Where do I catch the Sydney CBD to Forster train from?

Sydney CBD to Forster train services, operated by NSW TrainLink XPT, depart from Central Station.

Train or bus from Sydney CBD to Forster?

The best way to get from Sydney CBD to Forster is to bus which takes 5h 39m and costs $45 - $100. Alternatively, you can train, which costs $35 - $200 and takes 8h 6m.

Where does the Sydney CBD to Forster bus arrive?

Sydney CBD to Forster bus services, operated by Greyhound Australia, arrive at Bulahdelah station.

Where does the Sydney CBD to Forster train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Sydney CBD to Forster?

Yes, the driving distance between Sydney CBD to Forster is 299 km. It takes approximately 3h 30m to drive from Sydney CBD to Forster.

Where can I stay near Forster?

There are 774+ hotels available in Forster.

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

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

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Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Central Station to Bulahdelahbus Brisbane
2. Take the bus from Bulahdelah Way After Blanch St to Forster Coach Terminal, Little Stbus 150 / ...
5h 39m
$49–99
Train, bus
cheapest
1. Take the train from Central Station to Newcastle Interchangetrain Ccn
2. Take the bus from Newcastle Interchange, Stand C to Forster Coach Terminal, Little Stbus 150 / ...
7h 31m
$27–38
Train
1. Take the train from Central Station to Taree Stationtrain 33 / ...
8h 6m
$36–194
Drive 298.7 km
1. Drive from Sydney CBD to Forstercar 298.7 km
3h 30m
$54–77
Bus via Chatswood
1. Take the bus from Chatswood to Bulahdelahbus Pm12
2. Take the bus from Bulahdelah Way After Blanch St to Forster Coach Terminal, Little Stbus 150 / ...
8h 22m
$49–78

Sydney CBD to Forster by subway and bus

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Distance: 305.4 km
Duration: 5h 39m

What companies run services between Sydney CBD, NSW, Australia and Forster, NSW, Australia?

You can take a subway from Martin Place Station to Forster Coach Terminal, Little St via Central Station, Central Station, and Bulahdelah Way After Blanch St in around 5h 39m. Alternatively, NSW TrainLink XPT operates a train from Central Station to Taree Station 4 times a day. Tickets cost $40–180 and the journey takes 5h 25m. NSW TrainLink also services this route twice daily.

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