What is the cheapest way to get from Sydney to Fosterton?

The cheapest way to get from Sydney to Fosterton is to train via Newcastle which costs $21 - $29 and takes 6h 36m.

What is the fastest way to get from Sydney to Fosterton?

The fastest way to get from Sydney to Fosterton is to drive which takes 2h 50m and costs $35 - $60.

Is there a direct bus between Sydney and Fosterton?

No, there is no direct bus from Sydney station to Fosterton. However, there are services departing from Central Station, Forecourt, Coach Bay 1 and arriving at 591 Fosterton Rd via Maitland Station, Station St and Dungog Public School, Chapman St. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 49m.

Is there a direct train between Sydney and Fosterton?

No, there is no direct train from Sydney station to Fosterton station. However, there are services departing from Central Station and arriving at Dungog Station via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 58m.

How far is it from Sydney to Fosterton?

The distance between Sydney and Fosterton is 254 km. The road distance is 218.3 km.

How do I travel from Sydney to Fosterton without a car?

The best way to get from Sydney to Fosterton without a car is to train which takes 4h 58m and costs $27 - $160.

How long does it take to get from Sydney to Fosterton?

It takes approximately 4h 58m to get from Sydney to Fosterton, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Sydney to Fosterton bus from?

Sydney to Fosterton bus services, operated by NSW TrainLink, depart from Central Station, Forecourt, Coach Bay 1.

Where do I catch the Sydney to Fosterton train from?

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

Train or bus from Sydney to Fosterton?

The best way to get from Sydney to Fosterton is to train which takes 4h 58m and costs $27 - $160. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $24 - $40 and takes 5h 49m.

Where does the Sydney to Fosterton bus arrive?

Sydney to Fosterton bus services, operated by NSW TrainLink, arrive at Maitland Station, Station St.

Where does the Sydney to Fosterton train arrive?

Sydney to Fosterton train services, operated by NSW TrainLink XPT, arrive at Dungog Station.

Can I drive from Sydney to Fosterton?

Yes, the driving distance between Sydney to Fosterton is 218 km. It takes approximately 2h 50m to drive from Sydney to Fosterton.

Where can I stay near Fosterton?

There are 31+ hotels available in Fosterton.

Sydney to Fosterton - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from Sydney to Fosterton by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Central Station to Dungog Stationtrain 33 / ...
4h 58m
$28–160
Train via Newcastle
cheapest
1. Take the train from Central Station to Hamilton Stationtrain Ccn
2. Take the train from Hamilton Station to Dungog Stationtrain Hun
6h 36m
$21–29
Bus
1. Take the bus from Central Station, Forecourt, Coach Bay 1 to Maitland Station, Station Stbus 3107 / ...
2. Take the bus from Maitland Station, Station St to Dungog Station, Coach Stopbus 3109 / ...
5h 49m
$24–40
Drive 218.3 km
1. Drive from Sydney to Fostertoncar 218.3 km
2h 50m
$39–57

Sydney to Fosterton by train, foot, and bus

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4h 58mAverage Duration

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Distance: 254.1 km
Duration: 4h 58m

What companies run services between Sydney, NSW, Australia and Fosterton, NSW, Australia?

NSW TrainLink XPT operates a train from Central Station to Dungog Station 4 times a day. Tickets cost $23–160 and the journey takes 3h 28m. NSW TrainLink also services this route twice daily. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Central Station, Forecourt, Coach Bay 1 to 591 Fosterton Rd via Maitland Station, Station St, Dungog Station, Coach Stop, and Dungog Public School, Chapman St in around 5h 49m.

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