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

The cheapest way to get from Balgowlah to Forster is to train and bus which costs $30 - $50 and takes 7h 58m.

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

The fastest way to get from Balgowlah to Forster is to drive which takes 3h 31m and costs $55 - $85.

Is there a direct bus between Balgowlah and Forster?

No, there is no direct bus from Balgowlah to Forster. However, there are services departing from Sydney Rd At West St and arriving at Forster Coach Terminal, Little St via Chatswood and Bulahdelah Way After Blanch St. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 27m.

How far is it from Balgowlah to Forster?

The distance between Balgowlah and Forster is 317 km. The road distance is 300.8 km.

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

The best way to get from Balgowlah to Forster without a car is to bus via Central Station which takes 6h 11m and costs $45 - $110.

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

It takes approximately 6h 11m to get from Balgowlah to Forster, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Balgowlah to Forster bus from?

Balgowlah to Forster bus services, operated by Premier Motor Service, depart from Chatswood station.

Train or bus from Balgowlah to Forster?

The best way to get from Balgowlah to Forster is to bus via Central Station which takes 6h 11m and costs $45 - $110. Alternatively, you can train, which costs $35 - $190 and takes 8h 22m.

Where does the Balgowlah to Forster bus arrive?

Balgowlah to Forster bus services, operated by Premier Motor Service, arrive at Bulahdelah station.

Can I drive from Balgowlah to Forster?

Yes, the driving distance between Balgowlah to Forster is 301 km. It takes approximately 3h 31m to drive from Balgowlah to Forster.

Where can I stay near Forster?

There are 703+ hotels available in Forster.

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

There are 5 ways to get from Balgowlah 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 via Central Station
best
1. Take the bus from Central Station to BulahdelahBrisbane
2. Take the bus from Bulahdelah Way After Blanch St to Forster Coach Terminal, Little St150 / ...
6h 11m
$46–102
Train, bus
cheapest
1. Take the train from Hornsby Station to Newcastle InterchangeCcn
2. Take the bus from Newcastle Interchange, Stand C to Forster Coach Terminal, Little St150 / ...
7h 58m
$31–47
Train
1. Take the train from Hornsby Station to Taree Station33 / ...
8h 22m
$38–189
Drive 300.8 km
1. Drive from Balgowlah to Forster300.8 km
3h 31m
$59–85
Bus
1. Take the bus from Chatswood to BulahdelahPm12
2. Take the bus from Bulahdelah Way After Blanch St to Forster Coach Terminal, Little St150 / ...
8h 27m
$43–70

Balgowlah to Forster by bus and train

30Weekly Services

6h 11mAverage Duration

$46Cheapest Price

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Distance: 317.1 km
Duration: 6h 11m

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

You can take a bus from Sydney Rd At West St to Forster Coach Terminal, Little St via Wynyard Station, York St, Stand M, Wynyard Station, Central Station, Central Station, and Bulahdelah Way After Blanch St in around 6h 11m. Alternatively, NSW TrainLink XPT operates a train from Hornsby Station to Taree Station 4 times a day. Tickets cost $30–170 and the journey takes 4h 46m.

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