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

The cheapest way to get from Forster to Lithgow is to bus and train which costs $35 - $190 and takes 9h 12m.

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

The fastest way to get from Forster to Lithgow is to drive which takes 4h 57m and costs $75 - $120.

Is there a direct bus between Forster and Lithgow?

No, there is no direct bus from Forster to Lithgow station. However, there are services departing from Forster Coach Terminal, Little St and arriving at Lithgow Station, Railway Pde, Bay 1 via Bulahdelah and Central Station, Forecourt, Coach Bay 1. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 46m.

How far is it from Forster to Lithgow?

The distance between Forster and Lithgow is 482 km. The road distance is 396.3 km.

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

The best way to get from Forster to Lithgow without a car is to bus and train which takes 9h 12m and costs $35 - $190.

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

It takes approximately 9h 12m to get from Forster to Lithgow, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Forster to Lithgow bus from?

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

Train or bus from Forster to Lithgow?

The best way to get from Forster to Lithgow is to bus which takes 9h 46m and costs $60 - $120. Alternatively, you can train, which costs $45 - $330 and takes 9h 33m.

Where does the Forster to Lithgow bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Forster to Lithgow?

Yes, the driving distance between Forster to Lithgow is 396 km. It takes approximately 4h 57m to drive from Forster to Lithgow.

Where can I stay near Lithgow?

There are 189+ hotels available in Lithgow.

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

There are 4 ways to get from Forster to Lithgow 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 Lithgow StationBmt
9h 12m
$37–185
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 Lithgow Station, Railway Pde, Bay 1
9h 46m
$63–115
Drive 396.3 km
1. Drive from Forster to Lithgow396.3 km
4h 57m
$78–113
Train
1. Take the train from Taree Station to Strathfield Station34 / ...
2. Take the train from Strathfield Station to Lithgow StationBmt
9h 33m
$45–327

Forster to Lithgow by bus and train

38Weekly Services

9h 12mAverage Duration

$37Cheapest Price

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Distance: 481.8 km
Duration: 9h 12m

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

You can take a bus from Forster Coach Terminal, Little St to Lithgow Station, Railway Pde, Bay 1 via Bulahdelah and Central Station, Forecourt, Coach Bay 1 in around 9h 46m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Forster Coach Terminal, Little St to Lithgow Station via Taree Station, Coach Stop, Taree Station, and Strathfield Station in around 9h 33m.

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