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

The cheapest way to get from Forster to Maitland is to bus which costs $20 - $26 and takes 4h 21m.

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

The fastest way to get from Forster to Maitland is to drive which takes 1h 56m and costs $28 - $45.

Is there a direct bus between Forster and Maitland?

No, there is no direct bus from Forster to Maitland station. However, there are services departing from Forster Coach Terminal, Little St and arriving at Maitland Station, Station St via Taree Station, Coach Stop. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 25m.

How far is it from Forster to Maitland?

The distance between Forster and Maitland is 222 km. The road distance is 155.5 km.

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

The best way to get from Forster to Maitland without a car is to train which takes 4h 7m and costs $24 - $160.

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

It takes approximately 4h 7m to get from Forster to Maitland, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Forster to Maitland bus from?

Forster to Maitland bus services, operated by NSW TrainLink, depart from Taree Station, Coach Stop.

Train or bus from Forster to Maitland?

The best way to get from Forster to Maitland is to train which takes 4h 7m and costs $24 - $160. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $20 - $26 and takes 4h 21m.

Where does the Forster to Maitland bus arrive?

Forster to Maitland bus services, operated by NSW TrainLink, arrive at Maitland Station, Station St.

Can I drive from Forster to Maitland?

Yes, the driving distance between Forster to Maitland is 155 km. It takes approximately 1h 56m to drive from Forster to Maitland.

Where can I stay near Maitland?

There are 410+ hotels available in Maitland.

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

There are 4 ways to get from Forster to Maitland by train, bus, 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.

Train
best
1. Take the train from Taree Station to Maitland Stationtrain 34 / ...
4h 7m
$25–156
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Forster Coach Terminal, Little St to Newcastle Interchange, Stand Cbus 150 / ...
4h 21m
$20–26
Drive 155.5 km
1. Drive from Forster to Maitlandcar 155.5 km
1h 56m
$29–42
Bus via Taree
1. Take the bus from Taree Station, Coach Stop to Maitland Station, Station Stbus 3608 / ...
4h 25m
$20–29

Forster to Maitland by bus and train

38Weekly Services

4h 7mAverage Duration

$25Cheapest Price

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Distance: 222.2 km
Duration: 4h 7m

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

NSW TrainLink XPT operates a train from Taree Station to Maitland Station 4 times a day. Tickets cost $20–150 and the journey takes 2h 32m. NSW TrainLink also services this route twice daily. Alternatively, Busways operates a bus from Forster Coach Terminal, Little St to Newcastle Interchange, Stand C 5 times a day. Tickets cost $14–18 and the journey takes 3h 35m.

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