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

The cheapest way to get from Forster to Katoomba is to bus and train which costs $35 - $50 and takes 8h 31m.

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

The fastest way to get from Forster to Katoomba is to drive which takes 4h 23m and costs $70 - $110.

Is there a direct bus between Forster and Katoomba?

No, there is no direct bus from Forster to Katoomba station. However, there are services departing from Forster Coach Terminal, Little St and arriving at Katoomba Station, Goldsmith Pl via Bulahdelah and Central Station, Forecourt, Coach Bay 1. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 1m.

How far is it from Forster to Katoomba?

The distance between Forster and Katoomba is 436 km. The road distance is 371.3 km.

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

The best way to get from Forster to Katoomba without a car is to bus and train which takes 8h 31m and costs $35 - $50.

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

It takes approximately 8h 31m to get from Forster to Katoomba, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Forster to Katoomba bus from?

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

Train or bus from Forster to Katoomba?

The best way to get from Forster to Katoomba is to bus which takes 9h 1m and costs $55 - $120. Alternatively, you can train, which costs $40 - $190 and takes 8h 33m.

Where does the Forster to Katoomba bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Forster to Katoomba?

Yes, the driving distance between Forster to Katoomba is 371 km. It takes approximately 4h 23m to drive from Forster to Katoomba.

Where can I stay near Katoomba?

There are 518+ hotels available in Katoomba.

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

There are 5 ways to get from Forster to Katoomba by bus, train, bus (Greyhound), 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.

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
3. Take the train from Strathfield Station to Katoomba StationBmt
8h 31m
$36–46
Bus, train via Penrith
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Forster Coach Terminal, Little St to Newcastle Interchange, Stand C150 / ...
2. Take the train from Newcastle Interchange to Epping StationCcn
3. Take the bus from Epping Station, Beecroft Rd, Stand F to Seven Hills Station, Stand B630
4. Take the bus from Penrith Station, Stand F to Katoomba Station, Goldsmith Pl
9h 11m
$34–57
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 Station
3. Take the bus from Central Station, Forecourt, Coach Bay 1 to Katoomba Station, Goldsmith Pl
9h 1m
$60–112
Drive 371.3 km
1. Drive from Forster to Katoomba371.3 km
4h 23m
$73–105
Train
1. Take the train from Taree Station to Strathfield Station34 / ...
2. Take the train from Strathfield Station to Katoomba StationBmt
8h 33m
$44–188

Forster to Katoomba by bus and train

38Weekly Services

8h 31mAverage Duration

$36Cheapest Price

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Distance: 436 km
Duration: 8h 31m

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

You can take a bus from Forster Coach Terminal, Little St to Katoomba Station, Goldsmith Pl via Bulahdelah and Central Station, Forecourt, Coach Bay 1 in around 9h 1m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Forster Coach Terminal, Little St to Katoomba Station via Taree Station, Coach Stop, Taree Station, and Strathfield Station in around 8h 33m.

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