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

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

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 - $80.

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 Armidale Visitor Information Centre and arriving at Beach St At Head Lane via Urunga and Victoria St Before Manning St. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 27m.

How far is it from Armidale to Forster?

The distance between Armidale and Forster is 408 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 8h 8m and costs $95 - $250.

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

It takes approximately 8h 8m 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 Dorrigo Transit, depart from Armidale Visitor Information Centre station.

Train or bus from Armidale to Forster?

The best way to get from Armidale to Forster is to train which takes 11h 31m and costs $55 - $230. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $100 - $140 and takes 8h 27m.

Where does the Armidale to Forster bus arrive?

Armidale to Forster bus services, operated by Dorrigo Transit, arrive at Urunga 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 745+ hotels available in Forster.

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

There are 5 ways to get from Armidale to Forster by bus, train, or car

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Bus, train
best
1. Take the bus from Armidale Visitor Information Centre to Urunga StationDt2 / ...
2. Take the train from Urunga Station to Taree Station34 / ...
8h 8m
$96–247
Train, bus
cheapest
1. Take the train from Armidale Station to Broadmeadow Station224
2. Take the bus from Broadmeadow Station, Graham Rd to Forster Coach Terminal, Little St150 / ...
11h 33m
$51–92
Train
1. Take the train from Armidale Station to Maitland Station224
2. Take the train from Maitland Station to Taree Station33 / ...
11h 31m
$57–225
Drive 280.1 km
1. Drive from Armidale to Forster280.1 km
3h 30m
$53–77
Bus
1. Take the bus from Armidale Visitor Information Centre to Urunga StationDt2 / ...
2. Take the bus from Urunga to TareePm11
8h 27m
$106–140

Armidale to Forster by bus and train

3Weekly Services

8h 8mAverage Duration

$96Cheapest Price

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Distance: 407.9 km
Duration: 8h 8m

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

You can take a bus from Niagara St After Donnelly St to Forster Coach Terminal, Little St via Armidale Station, Coach Stop, Armidale Station, Maitland Station, Taree Station, and Taree Station, Coach Stop in around 11h 31m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Armidale Visitor Information Centre to Beach St At Head Lane via Urunga Station, Urunga, Taree, and Victoria St Before Manning St in around 8h 27m.

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