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

The cheapest way to get from Forster to Coolangatta is to train and bus which costs $55 - $210 and takes 11h 27m.

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

The fastest way to get from Forster to Coolangatta is to drive which takes 5h 43m and costs $95 - $140.

Is there a direct bus between Forster and Coolangatta?

No, there is no direct bus from Forster to Coolangatta. However, there are services departing from Little St At Memorial Dr and arriving at Tweed Heads via Taree. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 11h 22m.

Is there a direct train between Forster and Coolangatta?

No, there is no direct train from Forster station to Coolangatta station. However, there are services departing from Taree Station and arriving at Varsity Lakes station, platform 2 via Roma Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 12h 38m.

How far is it from Forster to Coolangatta?

The distance between Forster and Coolangatta is 709 km. The road distance is 536.1 km.

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

The best way to get from Forster to Coolangatta without a car is to bus which takes 11h 22m and costs $75 - $110.

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

It takes approximately 6h 39m to get from Forster to Coolangatta, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Forster to Coolangatta bus from?

Forster to Coolangatta bus services, operated by Premier Motor Service, depart from Taree station.

Where do I catch the Forster to Coolangatta train from?

Forster to Coolangatta train services, operated by NSW TrainLink XPT, depart from Taree Station.

Train or bus from Forster to Coolangatta?

The best way to get from Forster to Coolangatta is to bus which takes 11h 22m and costs $75 - $110. Alternatively, you can train, which costs $50 - $220 and takes 12h 38m.

Where does the Forster to Coolangatta bus arrive?

Forster to Coolangatta bus services, operated by Premier Motor Service, arrive at Tweed Heads station.

Where does the Forster to Coolangatta train arrive?

Forster to Coolangatta train services, operated by NSW TrainLink XPT, arrive at Roma Street Station.

Can I drive from Forster to Coolangatta?

Yes, the driving distance between Forster to Coolangatta is 536 km. It takes approximately 5h 43m to drive from Forster to Coolangatta.

Where can I stay near Coolangatta?

There are 2927+ hotels available in Coolangatta.

Forster to Coolangatta - 9 ways to travel via train, bus, plane, and car

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There are 9 ways to get from Forster to Coolangatta by bus, plane, train, car, or bus (Greyhound)

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Bus, bus to Newcastle Airport, fly to Gold Coast Airport
best
1. Take the bus from Forster Coach Terminal, Little St to Bulahdelah Way Before Blanch Stbus
2. Take the bus from Bulahdelah to Heatherbraebus
3. Fly from Newcastle Airport (NTL) to Gold Coast Airport (OOL)plane NTL - OOL
6h 39m
$120–521
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Taree Station to Roma Street Stationtrain 31
2. Take the train from Roma Street to Varsity Lakes station, platform 2train Bdvl / ...
12h 38m
$52–218
Bus
1. Take the bus from Taree to Tweed Headsbus Pm12
11h 22m
$75–110
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Taree Station to Casino Stationtrain 33 / ...
2. Take the bus from Casino Station, Coach Bay to Wharf St Opp Tweed Heads Visitor Information Centrebus 167 / ...
11h 27m
$55–208
Drive 536.1 km
1. Drive from Forster to Coolangattacar 536.1 km
5h 43m
$95–138
Train to Sydney International Airport, fly to Gold Coast Airport
1. Take the train from Taree Station to Central Stationtrain
2. Fly from Sydney International Airport (SYD) to Gold Coast Airport (OOL)plane SYD - OOL
9h 34m
$129–510
Bus, bus to Newcastle Airport, fly to Brisbane Airport, train
1. Take the bus from Forster Coach Terminal, Little St to Bulahdelah Way Before Blanch Stbus
2. Take the bus from Bulahdelah to Heatherbraebus
3. Fly from Newcastle Airport (NTL) to Brisbane Airport (BNE)plane NTL - BNE
4. Take the train from International Airport Station to Varsity Lakes station, platform 2train
9h 19m
$146–430
Train to Port Macquarie, fly to Gold Coast Airport
1. Take the train from Taree Station to Wauchope Stationtrain
2. Fly from Port Macquarie (PQQ) to Gold Coast Airport (OOL)plane PQQ - OOL
9h 20m
$384–856
Bus via Cavill Avenue station, platform 2 (Greyhound)
1. Take the bus from Taree to Surfers Paradisebus Brisbane
12h 20m
$98–201

Forster to Coolangatta by bus and foot

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11h 22mAverage Duration

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Distance: 708.8 km
Duration: 6h 39m

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

Premier Motor Service operates a bus from Taree to Tweed Heads once daily. Tickets cost $75–110 and the journey takes 9h 40m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Forster Coach Terminal, Little St to McLean St at Queen Elizabeth Park via Taree Station, Coach Stop, Taree Station, Roma Street Station, Roma Street, Varsity Lakes station, platform 2, and Varsity Lakes station, stop A in around 12h 38m.

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