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

The cheapest way to get from Forster to Cessnock is to bus which costs $23 - $29 and takes 5h 53m.

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

The fastest way to get from Forster to Cessnock is to drive which takes 2h 13m and costs $30 - $50.

Is there a direct bus between Forster and Cessnock?

No, there is no direct bus from Forster to Cessnock. However, there are services departing from Forster Coach Terminal, Little St and arriving at Vincent St At Edward St via Newcastle Interchange, Stand A. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 53m.

How far is it from Forster to Cessnock?

The distance between Forster and Cessnock is 248 km. The road distance is 178.5 km.

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

The best way to get from Forster to Cessnock without a car is to train which takes 5h 12m and costs $28 - $170.

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

It takes approximately 5h 12m to get from Forster to Cessnock, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Forster to Cessnock bus from?

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

Train or bus from Forster to Cessnock?

The best way to get from Forster to Cessnock is to train which takes 5h 12m and costs $28 - $170. Alternatively, you can bus via Maitland Station, Railway St, which costs $28 - $40 and takes 5h 28m.

Where does the Forster to Cessnock bus arrive?

Forster to Cessnock bus services, operated by Busways, arrive at Newcastle Interchange, Stand C station.

Can I drive from Forster to Cessnock?

Yes, the driving distance between Forster to Cessnock is 178 km. It takes approximately 2h 13m to drive from Forster to Cessnock.

Where can I stay near Cessnock?

There are 578+ hotels available in Cessnock.

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

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

Train
best
1. Take the train from Taree Station to Maitland Station34 / ...
5h 12m
$29–162
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Forster Coach Terminal, Little St to Newcastle Interchange, Stand C150 / ...
2. Take the bus from Newcastle Interchange, Stand A to Vincent St At Edward St160
5h 53m
$23–28
Bus via Maitland Station, Railway St
1. Take the bus from Forster Coach Terminal, Little St to Newcastle Interchange, Stand C150 / ...
5h 28m
$28–35
Drive 178.5 km
1. Drive from Forster to Cessnock178.5 km
2h 13m
$35–51

Forster to Cessnock by bus and train

28Weekly Services

5h 12mAverage Duration

$29Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

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Distance: 248.4 km
Duration: 5h 12m

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

NSW TrainLink XPT operates a train from Taree Station to Maitland Station 4 times a day. Tickets cost $20–150 and the journey takes 2h 32m. Alternatively, Busways operates a bus from Forster Coach Terminal, Little St to Newcastle Interchange, Stand C 5 times a day. Tickets cost $19–23 and the journey takes 3h 35m.

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