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

The cheapest way to get from Blacktown to Forster is to bus and train which costs $23 - $40 and takes 7h 54m.

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

The fastest way to get from Blacktown to Forster is to drive which takes 3h 23m and costs $50 - $80.

Is there a direct bus between Blacktown and Forster?

No, there is no direct bus from Blacktown station to Forster. However, there are services departing from Blacktown Station, Stand D and arriving at Forster Coach Terminal, Little St via Parramatta Rd Before Lyons Rd, Central Station and Bulahdelah Way After Blanch St. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 46m.

How far is it from Blacktown to Forster?

The distance between Blacktown and Forster is 341 km. The road distance is 297.1 km.

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

The best way to get from Blacktown to Forster without a car is to bus which takes 6h 46m and costs $40 - $110.

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

It takes approximately 6h 46m to get from Blacktown to Forster, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Blacktown to Forster bus from?

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

Train or bus from Blacktown to Forster?

The best way to get from Blacktown to Forster is to bus which takes 6h 46m and costs $40 - $110. Alternatively, you can train, which costs $35 - $190 and takes 8h 8m.

Where does the Blacktown to Forster bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Blacktown to Forster?

Yes, the driving distance between Blacktown to Forster is 297 km. It takes approximately 3h 23m to drive from Blacktown to Forster.

Where can I stay near Forster?

There are 747+ hotels available in Forster.

Blacktown to Forster - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 4 ways to get from Blacktown 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 Bulahdelahbus Brisbane
2. Take the bus from Bulahdelah Way After Blanch St to Forster Coach Terminal, Little Stbus 150 / ...
6h 46m
$43–105
Bus, train
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Blacktown TAFE, Main St to Epping Station, Beecroft Rd, Stand Fbus 630
2. Take the train from Epping Station to Newcastle Interchangetrain Ccn
3. Take the bus from Newcastle Interchange, Stand C to Forster Coach Terminal, Little Stbus 150 / ...
7h 54m
$23–36
Train
1. Take the train from Strathfield Station to Taree Stationtrain 33 / ...
8h 8m
$38–185
Drive 297.1 km
1. Drive from Blacktown to Forstercar 297.1 km
3h 23m
$54–77

Blacktown to Forster by bus

38Weekly Buses

6h 46mAverage Duration

$43Cheapest Price

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Distance: 340.7 km
Duration: 6h 46m

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

You can take a bus from Blacktown Station, Stand D to Forster Coach Terminal, Little St via Parramatta Rd Before Lyons Rd, Central Station, Eddy Av, Stand C, Central Station, and Bulahdelah Way After Blanch St in around 6h 46m. Alternatively, NSW TrainLink XPT operates a train from Strathfield Station to Taree Station 4 times a day. Tickets cost $30–170 and the journey takes 5h 12m. NSW TrainLink also services this route twice daily.

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