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 $30 - $45 and takes 8h 9m.

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 24m and costs $65 - $100.

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 Taree Station, Coach Stop and Strathfield Station, Everton Rd. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 25m.

How far is it from Forster to Katoomba?

The distance between Forster and Katoomba is 436 km. The road distance is 371.7 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 9m and costs $30 - $45.

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

It takes approximately 8h 9m 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 NSW TrainLink, depart from Taree Station, Coach Stop.

Train or bus from Forster to Katoomba?

The best way to get from Forster to Katoomba is to bus which takes 8h 25m and costs $60 - $100. Alternatively, you can train, which costs $40 - $190 and takes 8h 29m.

Where does the Forster to Katoomba bus arrive?

Forster to Katoomba bus services, operated by NSW TrainLink, arrive at Strathfield Station, Everton Rd, Stand D.

Can I drive from Forster to Katoomba?

Yes, the driving distance between Forster to Katoomba is 372 km. It takes approximately 4h 24m to drive from Forster to Katoomba.

Where can I stay near Katoomba?

There are 527+ 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, 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 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 9m
$31–42
Bus, train via Blacktown
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Forster Coach Terminal, Little St to Newcastle Interchange, Stand Cbus 150 / ...
2. Take the bus from Newcastle Interchange, Stand C to George St Opp Hornsby Stationbus
3. Take the bus from Hornsby Station, Stand A to Macquarie Centre, Stand Ebus 575
4. Take the train from Blacktown Station to Katoomba Stationtrain Bmt
9h 18m
$24–50
Bus
1. Take the bus from Taree Station, Coach Stop to Strathfield Station, Everton Rd, Stand Dbus 3406 / ...
2. Take the bus from Strathfield Station, Everton Rd to Katoombabus
8h 25m
$60–96
Drive 371.7 km
1. Drive from Forster to Katoombacar 371.7 km
4h 24m
$68–97
Train
1. Take the train from Taree Station to Strathfield Stationtrain 34 / ...
2. Take the train from Strathfield Station to Katoomba Stationtrain Bmt
8h 29m
$43–187

Forster to Katoomba by bus and train

38Weekly Services

8h 9mAverage Duration

$31Cheapest Price

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Distance: 435.9 km
Duration: 8h 9m

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 Taree Station, Coach Stop and Strathfield Station, Everton Rd in around 8h 25m. 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 29m.

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