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

The cheapest way to get from Emerald to Forster is to bus which costs $200 - $310 and takes 28h 20m.

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

The fastest way to get from Emerald to Forster is to fly and bus which takes 9h 19m and costs $400 - $750.

How far is it from Emerald to Forster?

The distance between Emerald and Forster is 1278 km. The road distance is 1303.9 km.

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

The best way to get from Emerald to Forster without a car is to train which takes 27h 23m and costs $140 - $3,600.

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

It takes approximately 9h 19m to get from Emerald to Forster, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Emerald to Forster bus from?

Emerald to Forster bus services, operated by Greyhound Australia, depart from Emerald station.

Train or bus from Emerald to Forster?

The best way to get from Emerald to Forster is to train which takes 27h 23m and costs $140 - $3,600. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $200 - $310 and takes 28h 20m.

Where does the Emerald to Forster bus arrive?

Emerald to Forster bus services, operated by Greyhound Australia, arrive at Rockhampton station.

What is the time difference between Emerald and Forster?

Forster is 1h ahead of Emerald. It is currently 12:54 AM in Emerald and 1:54 AM in Forster.

Can I drive from Emerald to Forster?

Yes, the driving distance between Emerald to Forster is 1304 km. It takes approximately 15h 30m to drive from Emerald to Forster.

Where can I stay near Forster?

There are 544+ hotels available in Forster.

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

Q: Is there a direct bus between Emerald and Forster?

No, there is no direct bus from Emerald to Forster. However, there are services departing from Emerald and arriving at Forster Coach Terminal, Little St via Rockhampton George Street, Roma Street Station, Stand F and Taree Station, Coach Stop. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 28h 20m.

There are 8 ways to get from Emerald to Forster by plane, bus, train, bus (Greyhound), 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.

Fly to Newcastle Airport, bus
best
1. Fly from Emerald Airport (EMD) to Newcastle Airport (NTL)plane EMD - 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
9h 19m
$401–726
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Emerald to Roma Streettrain Spirit of the Outback
2. Take the train from Roma Street Station to Taree Stationtrain 32
27h 23m
$149–3,552
Bus
1. Take the bus from Emerald to Rockhamptonbus
2. Take the bus from Rockhampton George Street to Brisbane Roma Streetbus
3. Take the bus from Roma Street Station, Stand F to Taree Station, Coach Stopbus
28h 20m
$202–308
Drive 1,303.9 km
1. Drive from Emerald to Forstercar 1,303.9 km
15h 30m
$239–345
Fly to Port Macquarie, bus
1. Fly from Emerald Airport (EMD) to Port Macquarie (PQQ)plane EMD - PQQ
2. Take the bus from Port Macquarie to Tareebus
10h 31m
$287–876
Fly to Sydney International Airport, bus
1. Fly from Emerald Airport (EMD) to Sydney International Airport (SYD)plane EMD - 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
9h 47m
$337–618
Fly to Coffs Harbour Airport, train
1. Fly from Emerald Airport (EMD) to Coffs Harbour Airport (CFS)plane EMD - CFS
2. Take the train from Urunga Station to Taree Stationtrain
12h 24m
$302–1,003
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Emerald to Roma Streettrain Spirit of the Outback
2. Take the bus from Brisbane to Tareebus Sydney
30h 37m
$200–3,565

Emerald to Forster by train and bus

2Weekly Services

27h 23mAverage Duration

$149Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Emerald to Forster.

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Distance: 1,278.4 km
Duration: 9h 19m

What companies run services between Emerald, QLD, Australia and Forster, NSW, Australia?

You can take a train from Emerald to Forster Coach Terminal, Little St via Roma Street, Roma Street Station, Taree Station, and Taree Station, Coach Stop in around 27h 23m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Emerald to Forster Coach Terminal, Little St via Rockhampton George Street, Brisbane Roma Street, Roma Street Station, Stand F, and Taree Station, Coach Stop in around 28h 20m.

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