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

The cheapest way to get from Forster to Lismore is to train which costs $45 - $200 and takes 8h 59m.

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

The fastest way to get from Forster to Lismore is to drive which takes 4h 49m and costs $85 - $130.

Is there a direct bus between Forster and Lismore?

No, there is no direct bus from Forster to Lismore. However, there are services departing from Little St At Memorial Dr and arriving at Lismore via Taree. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 47m.

How far is it from Forster to Lismore?

The distance between Forster and Lismore is 505 km. The road distance is 449.6 km.

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

The best way to get from Forster to Lismore without a car is to bus which takes 8h 47m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 8h 47m to get from Forster to Lismore, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Forster to Lismore bus from?

Forster to Lismore bus services, operated by Eggins Comfort Coaches, depart from Little St At Memorial Dr station.

Train or bus from Forster to Lismore?

The best way to get from Forster to Lismore is to bus which takes 8h 47m and costs . Alternatively, you can train, which costs $45 - $200 and takes 8h 59m.

Where does the Forster to Lismore bus arrive?

Forster to Lismore bus services, operated by Eggins Comfort Coaches, arrive at Victoria St After Pulteney St station.

Can I drive from Forster to Lismore?

Yes, the driving distance between Forster to Lismore is 450 km. It takes approximately 4h 49m to drive from Forster to Lismore.

Where can I stay near Lismore?

There are 70+ hotels available in Lismore.

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

There are 4 ways to get from Forster to Lismore 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
best
1. Take the bus from Little St At Memorial Dr to Victoria St After Pulteney St309 / ...
2. Take the bus from Taree to LismorePm12
8h 47m
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Taree Station to Casino Station33 / ...
8h 59m
$47–197
Drive 449.6 km
1. Drive from Forster to Lismore449.6 km
4h 49m
$89–128
Bus via Maclean
1. Take the bus from Little St At Memorial Dr to Victoria St After Pulteney St309 / ...
2. Take the bus from Taree to Maclean
3. Take the bus from Maclean Civic Hall, River St to Molesworth St After Conway St695
10h 12m

Questions & Answers

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Distance: 504.9 km
Duration: 8h 47m

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

You can take a bus from Little St At Memorial Dr to Lismore via Victoria St After Pulteney St and Taree in around 8h 47m. Alternatively, NSW TrainLink XPT operates a train from Taree Station to Casino Station 4 times a day. Tickets cost $35–180 and the journey takes 5h 57m.

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