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

The cheapest way to get from Forster to Doonside is to bus and train which costs $30 - $45 and takes 6h 40m.

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

The fastest way to get from Forster to Doonside is to drive which takes 3h 27m and costs $60 - $90.

Is there a direct bus between Forster and Doonside?

No, there is no direct bus from Forster to Doonside. However, there are services departing from Forster Coach Terminal, Little St and arriving at Power St After Hill End Rd via Bulahdelah, Central Station, Railway Square, Stand M and Blacktown Station, Stand B. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 56m.

How far is it from Forster to Doonside?

The distance between Forster and Doonside is 365 km. The road distance is 305.1 km.

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

The best way to get from Forster to Doonside without a car is to bus and train which takes 6h 40m and costs $30 - $45.

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

It takes approximately 6h 40m to get from Forster to Doonside, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Forster to Doonside bus from?

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

Train or bus from Forster to Doonside?

The best way to get from Forster to Doonside is to train which takes 7h 1m and costs $40 - $190. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $50 - $110 and takes 7h 56m.

Where does the Forster to Doonside bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Forster to Doonside?

Yes, the driving distance between Forster to Doonside is 305 km. It takes approximately 3h 27m to drive from Forster to Doonside.

Where can I stay near Doonside?

There are 633+ hotels available in Doonside.

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

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

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

Bus, train
best
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
6h 40m
$32–42
Train
1. Take the train from Taree Station to Strathfield Station34 / ...
7h 1m
$40–184
Drive 305.1 km
1. Drive from Forster to Doonside305.1 km
3h 27m
$60–87
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 56m
$53–106

Forster to Doonside by bus and train

38Weekly Services

6h 40mAverage Duration

$32Cheapest Price

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Distance: 364.7 km
Duration: 6h 40m

What companies run services between Forster, NSW, Australia and Doonside, 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 Power St After Hill End Rd via Bulahdelah, Central Station, Central Station, Railway Square, Stand M, Blacktown Station, Stand D, and Blacktown Station, Stand B in around 7h 56m.

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