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

The cheapest way to get from Balmain to Forster is to train and bus which costs $30 - $45 and takes 7h 15m.

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

The fastest way to get from Balmain to Forster is to drive which takes 3h 28m and costs $55 - $85.

Is there a direct bus between Balmain and Forster?

No, there is no direct bus from Balmain to Forster. However, there are services departing from Darling St At Church St and arriving at Forster Coach Terminal, Little St via Central Station and Bulahdelah Way After Blanch St. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 6m.

How far is it from Balmain to Forster?

The distance between Balmain and Forster is 312 km. The road distance is 298.7 km.

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

The best way to get from Balmain to Forster without a car is to bus which takes 6h 6m and costs $45 - $95.

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

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

Where do I catch the Balmain to Forster bus from?

Balmain to Forster bus services, operated by Greyhound Australia, depart from Central Station.

Train or bus from Balmain to Forster?

The best way to get from Balmain to Forster is to bus which takes 6h 6m and costs $45 - $95. Alternatively, you can train, which costs $35 - $180 and takes 8h 13m.

Where does the Balmain to Forster bus arrive?

Balmain to Forster bus services, operated by Greyhound Australia, arrive at Bulahdelah station.

Can I drive from Balmain to Forster?

Yes, the driving distance between Balmain to Forster is 299 km. It takes approximately 3h 28m to drive from Balmain to Forster.

Where can I stay near Forster?

There are 702+ hotels available in Forster.

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

There are 5 ways to get from Balmain 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 Central Station to BulahdelahBrisbane
2. Take the bus from Bulahdelah Way After Blanch St to Forster Coach Terminal, Little St150 / ...
6h 6m
$46–95
Train, bus
cheapest
1. Take the train from Epping Station to Broadmeadow StationCcn
2. Take the bus from Broadmeadow Station, Graham Rd to Forster Coach Terminal, Little St150 / ...
7h 15m
$34–43
Train
1. Take the train from Central Station to Taree Station33 / ...
8h 13m
$37–178
Drive 298.7 km
1. Drive from Balmain to Forster298.7 km
3h 28m
$59–85
Bus via Karuah
1. Take the bus from Central Station to KaruahPm12
2. Take the bus from Tarean Rd Before Bundabah St to Forster Coach Terminal, Little St150 / ...
8h 36m
$52–71

Balmain to Forster by bus

30Weekly Buses

6h 6mAverage Duration

$46Cheapest Price

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Distance: 312 km
Duration: 6h 6m

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

You can take a bus from Darling St At Church St to Forster Coach Terminal, Little St via Pitt St Before Hay St, Central Station, and Bulahdelah Way After Blanch St in around 6h 6m. Alternatively, NSW TrainLink XPT operates a train from Central Station to Taree Station 4 times a day. Tickets cost $30–180 and the journey takes 5h 25m.

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