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

The cheapest way to get from Armidale to Forster is to bus and train which costs $35 - $180 and takes 7h 24m.

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

The fastest way to get from Armidale to Forster is to drive which takes 3h 30m and costs $50 - $75.

Is there a direct bus between Armidale and Forster?

No, there is no direct bus from Armidale to Forster. However, there are services departing from Central Beardy Mall, Faulkner St and arriving at Beach St At Head Lane via Port Macquarie and Victoria St Before Manning St. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 40m.

How far is it from Armidale to Forster?

The distance between Armidale and Forster is 343 km. The road distance is 280.1 km.

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

The best way to get from Armidale to Forster without a car is to bus and train which takes 7h 24m and costs $35 - $180.

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

It takes approximately 7h 24m to get from Armidale to Forster, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Armidale to Forster bus from?

Armidale to Forster bus services, operated by NSW TrainLink, depart from Central Beardy Mall, Faulkner St station.

Where does the Armidale to Forster bus arrive?

Armidale to Forster bus services, operated by NSW TrainLink, arrive at Gordon St Before Horton St station.

Can I drive from Armidale to Forster?

Yes, the driving distance between Armidale to Forster is 280 km. It takes approximately 3h 30m to drive from Armidale to Forster.

Where can I stay near Forster?

There are 754+ hotels available in Forster.

Armidale to Forster - 3 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 3 ways to get from Armidale to Forster by bus, train, car, or bus (Greyhound)

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Bus, train
best
1. Take the bus from Central Beardy Mall, Faulkner St to Wauchope Station, Coach Stopbus 376
2. Take the train from Wauchope Station to Taree Stationtrain 34 / ...
7h 24m
$37–175
Drive 280.1 km
1. Drive from Armidale to Forstercar 280.1 km
3h 30m
$51–74
Bus
1. Take the bus from Central Beardy Mall, Faulkner St to Gordon St Before Horton Stbus 376
2. Take the bus from Port Macquarie to Tareebus Sydney
7h 40m
$42–70

Armidale to Forster by bus and train

6Weekly Services

7h 24mAverage Duration

$37Cheapest Price

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Distance: 342.5 km
Duration: 7h 24m

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

You can take a bus from Central Beardy Mall, Faulkner St to Beach St At Head Lane via Gordon St Before Horton St, Port Macquarie, Taree, and Victoria St Before Manning St in around 7h 40m.

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