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

The cheapest way to get from Forster to Nimbin is to train via Casino which costs $50 - $210 and takes 10h 29m.

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

The fastest way to get from Forster to Nimbin is to drive which takes 5h 16m and costs $90 - $140.

Is there a direct bus between Forster and Nimbin?

No, there is no direct bus from Forster to Nimbin. However, there are services departing from Little St At Memorial Dr and arriving at Cullen St Before Thorburn St via Taree and Lismore Transit Centre, Molesworth St. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 10h 17m.

How far is it from Forster to Nimbin?

The distance between Forster and Nimbin is 524 km. The road distance is 480 km.

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

The best way to get from Forster to Nimbin without a car is to train which takes 8h 40m and costs $120 - $310.

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

It takes approximately 8h 40m to get from Forster to Nimbin, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Forster to Nimbin bus from?

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

Train or bus from Forster to Nimbin?

The best way to get from Forster to Nimbin is to train which takes 8h 40m and costs $120 - $310. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 10h 17m.

Where does the Forster to Nimbin bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Forster to Nimbin?

Yes, the driving distance between Forster to Nimbin is 480 km. It takes approximately 5h 16m to drive from Forster to Nimbin.

Where can I stay near Nimbin?

There are 64+ hotels available in Nimbin.

Forster to Nimbin - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 5 ways to get from Forster to Nimbin by train, bus, 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.

Train
best
1. Take the train from Taree Station to Kyogle Station31
8h 40m
$126–307
Train via Casino
cheapest
1. Take the train from Taree Station to Casino Station33 / ...
10h 29m
$53–205
Bus
1. Take the bus from Little St At Memorial Dr to Victoria St After Pulteney St309 / ...
2. Take the bus from Taree to LismorePm12
10h 17m
Drive 480 km
1. Drive from Forster to Nimbin480 km
5h 16m
$94–135
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
11h 42m

Questions & Answers

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Distance: 523.6 km
Duration: 8h 40m

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

NSW TrainLink XPT operates a train from Taree Station to Kyogle Station twice daily. Tickets cost $35–190 and the journey takes 6h 35m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Little St At Memorial Dr to Cullen St Before Thorburn St via Victoria St After Pulteney St, Taree, and Lismore Transit Centre, Molesworth St in around 10h 17m.

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