What is the cheapest way to get from Canberra to Forbes?

The cheapest way to get from Canberra to Forbes is to bus which costs $30 - $50 and takes 5h 54m.

What is the fastest way to get from Canberra to Forbes?

The fastest way to get from Canberra to Forbes is to drive which takes 3h 16m and costs $50 - $80.

Is there a direct bus between Canberra and Forbes?

No, there is no direct bus from Canberra to Forbes station. However, there are services departing from Alinga St After Marcus Clarke St and arriving at Forbes Station, Coach Stop via Cootamundra Station, Coach Bay 2. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 54m.

How far is it from Canberra to Forbes?

The distance between Canberra and Forbes is 338 km. The road distance is 274.2 km.

How do I travel from Canberra to Forbes without a car?

The best way to get from Canberra to Forbes without a car is to bus which takes 5h 54m and costs $30 - $50.

How long does it take to get from Canberra to Forbes?

It takes approximately 5h 54m to get from Canberra to Forbes, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Canberra to Forbes bus from?

Canberra to Forbes bus services, operated by NSW TrainLink, depart from Alinga St After Marcus Clarke St station.

Where does the Canberra to Forbes bus arrive?

Canberra to Forbes bus services, operated by NSW TrainLink, arrive at Cootamundra Station, Coach Bay 5.

Can I drive from Canberra to Forbes?

Yes, the driving distance between Canberra to Forbes is 274 km. It takes approximately 3h 16m to drive from Canberra to Forbes.

Where can I stay near Forbes?

There are 10+ hotels available in Forbes.

Canberra to Forbes - 2 ways to travel via bus, and car

There are 2 ways to get from Canberra to Forbes by bus or car

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Bus
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1. Take the bus from Alinga St After Marcus Clarke St to Cootamundra Station, Coach Bay 5781 / ...
2. Take the bus from Cootamundra Station, Coach Bay 2 to Forbes Station, Coach Stop791
5h 54m
$31–46
Drive 274.2 km
1. Drive from Canberra to Forbes274.2 km
3h 16m
$54–78

Canberra to Forbes by bus

6Weekly Buses

5h 54mAverage Duration

$31Cheapest Price

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Distance: 337.7 km
Duration: 5h 54m

What companies run services between Canberra, ACT, Australia and Forbes, NSW, Australia?

You can take a bus from Alinga St After Marcus Clarke St to Forbes Station, Coach Stop via Cootamundra Station, Coach Bay 2 in around 5h 54m.

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