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

The cheapest way to get from Cessnock to Forster is to bus which costs $23 - $29 and takes 5h 55m.

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

The fastest way to get from Cessnock to Forster is to drive which takes 2h 12m and costs $35 - $55.

Is there a direct bus between Cessnock and Forster?

No, there is no direct bus from Cessnock to Forster. However, there are services departing from Cessnock City Library, Vincent St and arriving at Forster Coach Terminal, Little St via Newcastle Interchange, Stand C. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 55m.

How far is it from Cessnock to Forster?

The distance between Cessnock and Forster is 234 km. The road distance is 178.1 km.

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

The best way to get from Cessnock to Forster without a car is to bus which takes 5h 55m and costs $23 - $29.

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

It takes approximately 5h 55m to get from Cessnock to Forster, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cessnock to Forster bus from?

Cessnock to Forster bus services, operated by Rover Coaches, depart from Cessnock City Library, Vincent St station.

Train or bus from Cessnock to Forster?

The best way to get from Cessnock to Forster is to bus which takes 5h 55m and costs $23 - $29. Alternatively, you can train, which costs $28 - $170 and takes 6h.

Where does the Cessnock to Forster bus arrive?

Cessnock to Forster bus services, operated by Rover Coaches, arrive at Newcastle Interchange, Stand B station.

Can I drive from Cessnock to Forster?

Yes, the driving distance between Cessnock to Forster is 178 km. It takes approximately 2h 12m to drive from Cessnock to Forster.

Where can I stay near Forster?

There are 706+ hotels available in Forster.

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

There are 4 ways to get from Cessnock to Forster by bus, train, or car

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 Cessnock City Library, Vincent St to Newcastle Interchange, Stand B160
2. Take the bus from Newcastle Interchange, Stand C to Forster Coach Terminal, Little St150 / ...
5h 55m
$23–28
Train
1. Take the train from Maitland Station to Taree Station33 / ...
6h
$28–161
Drive 178.1 km
1. Drive from Cessnock to Forster178.1 km
2h 12m
$36–51
Bus via Maitland Station, Railway St
1. Take the bus from Newcastle Interchange, Stand C to Forster Coach Terminal, Little St150 / ...
6h 10m
$28–35

Cessnock to Forster by bus

38Weekly Buses

5h 55mAverage Duration

$23Cheapest Price

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Distance: 233.9 km
Duration: 5h 55m

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

You can take a bus from Cessnock City Library, Vincent St to Forster Coach Terminal, Little St via Newcastle Interchange, Stand C in around 5h 55m. Alternatively, NSW TrainLink XPT operates a train from Maitland Station to Taree Station 4 times a day. Tickets cost $20–150 and the journey takes 2h 38m.

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