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

The cheapest way to get from Forster to Balmain is to bus and train which costs $27 - $35 and takes 7h 18m.

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

The fastest way to get from Forster to Balmain is to drive which takes 3h 29m and costs $55 - $85.

Is there a direct bus between Forster and Balmain?

No, there is no direct bus from Forster to Balmain. However, there are services departing from Forster Coach Terminal, Little St and arriving at Darling St At Mort St via Bulahdelah and Central Station, Railway Square, Stand M. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 32m.

How far is it from Forster to Balmain?

The distance between Forster and Balmain is 326 km. The road distance is 298.3 km.

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

The best way to get from Forster to Balmain without a car is to bus via Bulahdelah which takes 6h 32m and costs $45 - $100.

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

It takes approximately 6h 32m to get from Forster to Balmain, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Forster to Balmain bus from?

Forster to Balmain bus services, operated by Busways, depart from Forster Coach Terminal, Little St station.

Train or bus from Forster to Balmain?

The best way to get from Forster to Balmain is to bus via Bulahdelah which takes 6h 32m and costs $45 - $100. Alternatively, you can train, which costs $35 - $190 and takes 6h 54m.

Where does the Forster to Balmain bus arrive?

Forster to Balmain bus services, operated by Busways, arrive at Bulahdelah Way Before Blanch St station.

Can I drive from Forster to Balmain?

Yes, the driving distance between Forster to Balmain is 298 km. It takes approximately 3h 29m to drive from Forster to Balmain.

Where can I stay near Balmain?

There are 4673+ hotels available in Balmain.

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

There are 5 ways to get from Forster to Balmain by bus (Greyhound), train, car, or bus

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Bus via Bulahdelah
best
1. Take the bus from Forster Coach Terminal, Little St to Bulahdelah Way Before Blanch St150 / ...
2. Take the bus from Bulahdelah to Central StationSydney
6h 32m
$50–97
Bus, train
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Forster Coach Terminal, Little St to Newcastle Interchange, Stand C150 / ...
2. Take the train from Newcastle Interchange to Central StationCcn
7h 18m
$27–35
Train
1. Take the train from Taree Station to Central Station34 / ...
6h 54m
$35–186
Drive 298.3 km
1. Drive from Forster to Balmain298.3 km
3h 29m
$57–83
Bus
1. Take the bus from Nabiac to Central StationPm11
7h 35m
$52–75

Forster to Balmain by bus

29Weekly Buses

6h 32mAverage Duration

$50Cheapest Price

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Distance: 326.5 km
Duration: 6h 32m

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

You can take a bus from Forster Coach Terminal, Little St to Darling St At Mort St via Bulahdelah, Central Station, and Central Station, Railway Square, Stand M in around 6h 32m. Alternatively, NSW TrainLink XPT operates a train from Taree Station to Central Station 4 times a day. Tickets cost $30–180 and the journey takes 5h 7m.

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