What is the cheapest way to get from Central Coast to Forster?

The cheapest way to get from Central Coast to Forster is to train and bus via Ourimbah Station, Pacific Hwy which costs $23 - $35 and takes 5h 56m.

What is the fastest way to get from Central Coast to Forster?

The fastest way to get from Central Coast to Forster is to drive which takes 2h 39m and costs $40 - $65.

Is there a direct bus between Central Coast and Forster?

No, there is no direct bus from Central Coast to Forster. However, there are services departing from 1396 Wisemans Ferry Rd and arriving at Forster Coach Terminal, Little St via Gosford Station, Stand G and Broadmeadow Station, Graham Rd. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 43m.

How far is it from Central Coast to Forster?

The distance between Central Coast and Forster is 263 km. The road distance is 233.2 km.

How do I travel from Central Coast to Forster without a car?

The best way to get from Central Coast to Forster without a car is to train and bus via Ourimbah Station, Pacific Hwy which takes 5h 56m and costs $23 - $35.

How long does it take to get from Central Coast to Forster?

It takes approximately 5h 56m to get from Central Coast to Forster, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Central Coast to Forster bus from?

Central Coast to Forster bus services, operated by NSW TrainLink, depart from Gosford Station, Stand G.

Train or bus from Central Coast to Forster?

The best way to get from Central Coast to Forster is to train which takes 6h 59m and costs $35 - $180. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $27 - $40 and takes 7h 43m.

Where does the Central Coast to Forster bus arrive?

Central Coast to Forster bus services, operated by NSW TrainLink, arrive at Broadmeadow Station, Graham Rd.

Can I drive from Central Coast to Forster?

Yes, the driving distance between Central Coast to Forster is 233 km. It takes approximately 2h 39m to drive from Central Coast to Forster.

Where can I stay near Forster?

There are 745+ hotels available in Forster.

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

There are 5 ways to get from Central Coast to Forster by train, bus, or car

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Train, bus via Ourimbah Station, Pacific Hwy
best
1. Take the train from Ourimbah Station to Broadmeadow Stationtrain Ccn
2. Take the bus from Broadmeadow Station, Graham Rd to Forster Coach Terminal, Little Stbus 150 / ...
5h 56m
$23–32
Train
1. Take the train from Wyong Station to Taree Stationtrain 33 / ...
6h 59m
$37–178
Drive 233.2 km
1. Drive from Central Coast to Forstercar 233.2 km
2h 39m
$42–61
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Gosford Station to Newcastle Interchangetrain Ccn
2. Take the bus from Newcastle Interchange, Stand C to Forster Coach Terminal, Little Stbus 150 / ...
6h 47m
$25–33
Bus
1. Take the bus from Gosford Station, Stand G to Broadmeadow Station, Graham Rdbus 2305 / ...
2. Take the bus from Broadmeadow Station, Graham Rd to Forster Coach Terminal, Little Stbus 150 / ...
7h 43m
$27–38

Central Coast to Forster by bus and train

10Weekly Services

5h 56mAverage Duration

$23Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Central Coast to Forster.

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Distance: 263.1 km
Duration: 5h 56m

What companies run services between Central Coast, NSW, Australia and Forster, NSW, Australia?

NSW TrainLink XPT operates a train from Wyong Station to Taree Station 4 times a day. Tickets cost $25–160 and the journey takes 3h 51m. NSW TrainLink also services this route twice daily. Alternatively, you can take a bus from 1396 Wisemans Ferry Rd to Forster Coach Terminal, Little St via Gosford Station, Stand N, Gosford Station, Stand G, and Broadmeadow Station, Graham Rd in around 7h 43m.

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