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 - $55 and takes 8h 26m.

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 21m and costs $75 - $120.

Is there a direct bus between Forster and Katoomba?

No, there is no direct bus from Forster to Katoomba. However, there are services departing from Forster Coach Terminal, Little St and arriving at Katoomba via Bulahdelah and Central Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 11m.

Is there a direct train between Forster and Katoomba?

No, there is no direct train from Forster station to Katoomba station. However, there are services departing from Taree Station and arriving at Katoomba Station via Strathfield Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 36m.

How far is it from Forster to Katoomba?

The distance between Forster and Katoomba is 436 km. The road distance is 370.1 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 26m and costs $35 - $55.

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

It takes approximately 8h 26m 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.

Where do I catch the Forster to Katoomba train from?

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

Train or bus from Forster to Katoomba?

The best way to get from Forster to Katoomba is to bus which takes 9h 11m and costs $80 - $150. Alternatively, you can train, which costs $40 - $200 and takes 8h 36m.

Where does the Forster to Katoomba bus arrive?

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

Where does the Forster to Katoomba train arrive?

Forster to Katoomba train services, operated by NSW TrainLink XPT, arrive at Strathfield Station.

Can I drive from Forster to Katoomba?

Yes, the driving distance between Forster to Katoomba is 370 km. It takes approximately 4h 21m to drive from Forster to Katoomba.

Where can I stay near Katoomba?

There are 504+ hotels available in Katoomba.

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

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

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1. Take the bus from Forster Coach Terminal, Little St to Newcastle Interchange, Stand Cbus 150 / ...
2. Take the train from Newcastle Interchange to Strathfield Stationtrain Ccn
3. Take the train from Strathfield Station to Katoomba Stationtrain Bmt
8h 26m
$39–51
Bus
1. Take the bus from Forster Coach Terminal, Little St to Bulahdelah Way Before Blanch Stbus 150 / ...
2. Take the bus from Bulahdelah to Central Stationbus
3. Take the bus from Central Station to Katoombabus
9h 11m
$84–146
Drive 370.1 km
1. Drive from Forster to Katoombacar 370.1 km
4h 21m
$79–114
Train
1. Take the train from Taree Station to Strathfield Stationtrain 34 / ...
2. Take the train from Strathfield Station to Katoomba Stationtrain Bmt
8h 36m
$41–198

Forster to Katoomba by bus and train

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8h 26mAverage Duration

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Distance: 435.9 km
Duration: 8h 26m

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 via Bulahdelah and Central Station in around 9h 11m. 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 36m.

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