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

The cheapest way to get from Forster to Bankstown is to bus and train which costs $30 - $40 and takes 7h 6m.

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

The fastest way to get from Forster to Bankstown is to drive which takes 3h 31m and costs $55 - $85.

Is there a direct bus between Forster and Bankstown?

No, there is no direct bus from Forster to Bankstown station. However, there are services departing from Forster Coach Terminal, Little St and arriving at Bankstown Station, Stand G via Bulahdelah and Central Station, Railway Square, Stand M. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 43m.

How far is it from Forster to Bankstown?

The distance between Forster and Bankstown is 415 km. The road distance is 303.3 km.

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

The best way to get from Forster to Bankstown without a car is to train which takes 6h 59m and costs $40 - $190.

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

It takes approximately 6h 59m to get from Forster to Bankstown, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Forster to Bankstown bus from?

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

Train or bus from Forster to Bankstown?

The best way to get from Forster to Bankstown is to train which takes 6h 59m and costs $40 - $190. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $50 - $110 and takes 7h 43m.

Where does the Forster to Bankstown bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Forster to Bankstown?

Yes, the driving distance between Forster to Bankstown is 303 km. It takes approximately 3h 31m to drive from Forster to Bankstown.

Where can I stay near Bankstown?

There are 4286+ hotels available in Bankstown.

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

There are 4 ways to get from Forster to Bankstown by train, bus, car, or bus (Greyhound)

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Taree Station to Strathfield Station34 / ...
6h 59m
$40–185
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 Strathfield StationCcn
7h 6m
$31–39
Drive 303.3 km
1. Drive from Forster to Bankstown303.3 km
3h 31m
$59–86
Bus
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
7h 43m
$53–101

Forster to Bankstown by bus and train

28Weekly Services

6h 59mAverage Duration

$40Cheapest Price

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Distance: 414.7 km
Duration: 6h 59m

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

NSW TrainLink XPT operates a train from Taree Station to Strathfield Station 4 times a day. Tickets cost $30–170 and the journey takes 4h 53m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Forster Coach Terminal, Little St to Bankstown Station, Stand G via Bulahdelah, Central Station, and Central Station, Railway Square, Stand M in around 7h 43m.

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