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

The cheapest way to get from Canberra to Forster is to train and bus which costs $50 - $90 and takes 11h 53m.

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

The fastest way to get from Canberra to Forster is to drive which takes 6h 13m and costs $95 - $150.

Is there a direct bus between Canberra and Forster?

No, there is no direct bus from Canberra to Forster. However, there are services departing from Canberra and arriving at Forster Coach Terminal, Little St via Central Station and Bulahdelah Way After Blanch St. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 46m.

How far is it from Canberra to Forster?

The distance between Canberra and Forster is 587 km. The road distance is 560.3 km.

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

The best way to get from Canberra to Forster without a car is to bus which takes 8h 46m and costs $70 - $150.

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

It takes approximately 8h 46m to get from Canberra to Forster, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Canberra to Forster bus from?

Canberra to Forster bus services, operated by FlixBus Australia, depart from Canberra station.

Train or bus from Canberra to Forster?

The best way to get from Canberra to Forster is to bus which takes 8h 46m and costs $70 - $150. Alternatively, you can train, which costs $60 - $250 and takes 12h 8m.

Where does the Canberra to Forster bus arrive?

Canberra to Forster bus services, operated by FlixBus Australia, arrive at Sydney Central Station.

Can I drive from Canberra to Forster?

Yes, the driving distance between Canberra to Forster is 560 km. It takes approximately 6h 13m to drive from Canberra to Forster.

Where can I stay near Forster?

There are 548+ hotels available in Forster.

Canberra to Forster - 8 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

There are 8 ways to get from Canberra to Forster by bus (Greyhound), train, bus, car, or plane

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 Canberra to Sydney Central Stationbus
2. Take the bus from Central Station to Bulahdelahbus
3. Take the bus from Bulahdelah Way After Blanch St to Forster Coach Terminal, Little Stbus 150 / ...
8h 46m
$73–147
Train, bus
cheapest
1. Take the train from Canberra Station to Central Stationtrain 636 / ...
2. Take the train from Central Station to Newcastle Interchangetrain Ccn
3. Take the bus from Newcastle Interchange, Stand C to Forster Coach Terminal, Little Stbus 150 / ...
11h 53m
$53–85
Drive 560.3 km
1. Drive from Canberra to Forstercar 560.3 km
6h 13m
$100–144
Fly to Newcastle Airport, bus
1. Fly from Canberra International Airport (CBR) to Newcastle Airport (NTL)plane CBR - NTL
2. Take the bus from Newcastle to Bulahdelahbus
3. Take the bus from Bulahdelah Way After Blanch St to Forster Coach Terminal, Little Stbus
7h 35m
$276–410
Bus via Newcastle
1. Take the bus from Canberra to Sydney Central Stationbus
2. Take the bus from Gordon Station, Werona Av, Stand D to Newcastle Interchange, Stand Bbus
3. Take the bus from Newcastle Interchange, Stand C to Forster Coach Terminal, Little Stbus 150 / ...
11h 9m
$54–87
Train
1. Take the train from Canberra Station to Central Stationtrain 636 / ...
2. Take the train from Central Station to Taree Stationtrain 33 / ...
12h 8m
$63–241
Fly to Sydney International Airport, bus
1. Fly from Canberra International Airport (CBR) to Sydney International Airport (SYD)plane CBR - SYD
2. Take the bus from Central Station to Bulahdelahbus
3. Take the bus from Bulahdelah Way After Blanch St to Forster Coach Terminal, Little Stbus
8h 9m
$282–562
Fly to Port Macquarie, bus
1. Fly from Canberra International Airport (CBR) to Port Macquarie (PQQ)plane CBR - PQQ
2. Take the bus from Port Macquarie to Tareebus
9h 6m
$502–960

Canberra to Forster by train and bus

32Weekly Services

11h 53mAverage Duration

$53Cheapest Price

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Distance: 587.3 km
Duration: 8h 46m

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

You can take a bus from Canberra to Forster Coach Terminal, Little St via Sydney Central Station, Central Station, and Bulahdelah Way After Blanch St in around 8h 46m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Canberra Station to Forster Coach Terminal, Little St via Central Station, Taree Station, and Taree Station, Coach Stop in around 12h 8m.

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