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

The cheapest way to get from Appin to Forster is to train and bus via Newcastle which costs $35 - $50 and takes 9h 3m.

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

The fastest way to get from Appin to Forster is to drive which takes 4h 7m and costs $65 - $100.

Is there a direct bus between Appin and Forster?

No, there is no direct bus from Appin to Forster. However, there are services departing from Appin Rd Opp St Bede's Catholic Church and arriving at Forster Coach Terminal, Little St via Campbelltown Station, Stand C, Central Station and Bulahdelah Way After Blanch St. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 6m.

How far is it from Appin to Forster?

The distance between Appin and Forster is 373 km. The road distance is 347.4 km.

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

The best way to get from Appin to Forster without a car is to bus which takes 8h 6m and costs $55 - $110.

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

It takes approximately 8h 6m to get from Appin to Forster, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Appin to Forster bus from?

Appin to Forster bus services, operated by NSW TrainLink, depart from Campbelltown Station, Stand C.

Train or bus from Appin to Forster?

The best way to get from Appin to Forster is to bus which takes 8h 6m and costs $55 - $110. Alternatively, you can train, which costs $40 - $210 and takes 9h 37m.

Where does the Appin to Forster bus arrive?

Appin to Forster bus services, operated by NSW TrainLink, arrive at Central Station, Forecourt, Coach Bay 1.

Can I drive from Appin to Forster?

Yes, the driving distance between Appin to Forster is 347 km. It takes approximately 4h 7m to drive from Appin to Forster.

Where can I stay near Forster?

There are 706+ hotels available in Forster.

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

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

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Campbelltown Station, Stand C to Central Station, Forecourt, Coach Bay 1
2. Take the bus from Central Station to Bulahdelah
3. Take the bus from Bulahdelah Way After Blanch St to Forster Coach Terminal, Little St150 / ...
8h 6m
$55–108
Train, bus via Newcastle
cheapest
1. Take the train from Campbelltown Station to Central StationT8
2. Take the train from Central Station to Newcastle InterchangeCcn
3. Take the bus from Newcastle Interchange, Stand C to Forster Coach Terminal, Little St150 / ...
9h 3m
$38–50
Train
1. Take the train from Campbelltown Station to Central StationT8
2. Take the train from Central Station to Taree Station33 / ...
9h 37m
$44–201
Drive 347.4 km
1. Drive from Appin to Forster347.4 km
4h 7m
$68–99
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Campbelltown Station to Central StationT8
2. Take the bus from Central Station to Karuah
3. Take the bus from Tarean Rd Before Bundabah St to Forster Coach Terminal, Little St150 / ...
9h 43m
$58–81

Appin to Forster by bus

23Weekly Buses

8h 6mAverage Duration

$55Cheapest Price

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Distance: 372.8 km
Duration: 8h 6m

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

You can take a bus from Appin Rd Opp St Bede's Catholic Church to Forster Coach Terminal, Little St via Campbelltown Station, Stand C, Central Station, and Bulahdelah Way After Blanch St in around 8h 6m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Appin Rd Opp St Bede's Catholic Church to Forster Coach Terminal, Little St via Campbelltown Station, Stand B, Campbelltown Station, Central Station, Taree Station, and Taree Station, Coach Stop in around 9h 37m.

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