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

The cheapest way to get from Forster to Nowra is to bus and train via Newcastle which costs $40 - $70 and takes 10h 50m.

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

The fastest way to get from Forster to Nowra is to drive which takes 5h 22m and costs $75 - $120.

Is there a direct bus between Forster and Nowra?

No, there is no direct bus from Forster to Nowra. However, there are services departing from Forster Coach Terminal, Little St and arriving at Nowra via Bulahdelah and Central Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 11h 16m.

How far is it from Forster to Nowra?

The distance between Forster and Nowra is 473 km. The road distance is 444.7 km.

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

The best way to get from Forster to Nowra without a car is to bus and train which takes 10h 35m and costs $50 - $100.

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

It takes approximately 10h 35m to get from Forster to Nowra, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Forster to Nowra bus from?

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

Train or bus from Forster to Nowra?

The best way to get from Forster to Nowra is to train which takes 11h 10m and costs $50 - $220. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $75 - $150 and takes 11h 16m.

Where does the Forster to Nowra bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Forster to Nowra?

Yes, the driving distance between Forster to Nowra is 445 km. It takes approximately 5h 22m to drive from Forster to Nowra.

Where can I stay near Nowra?

There are 1308+ hotels available in Nowra.

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

There are 5 ways to get from Forster to Nowra 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, train
best
1. Take the bus from Forster Coach Terminal, Little St to Bulahdelah Way Before Blanch Stbus 150 / ...
2. Take the bus from Bulahdelah to Sydney Central Stationbus
3. Take the train from Central Station to Kiama Stationtrain Sco
10h 35m
$51–97
Bus, train via Newcastle
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Forster Coach Terminal, Little St to Newcastle Interchange, Stand Cbus 150 / ...
2. Take the train from Newcastle Interchange to Central Stationtrain Ccn
3. Take the train from Central Station to Kiama Stationtrain Sco
10h 50m
$40–70
Drive 444.7 km
1. Drive from Forster to Nowracar 444.7 km
5h 22m
$80–115
Train
1. Take the train from Taree Station to Central Stationtrain 34 / ...
2. Take the train from Central Station to Kiama Stationtrain Sco
11h 10m
$51–212
Bus
1. Take the bus from Forster Coach Terminal, Little St to Bulahdelah Way Before Blanch Stbus 150 / ...
2. Take the bus from Bulahdelah to Central Stationbus
3. Take the bus from Central Station to Nowrabus Pm2
11h 16m
$77–143

Forster to Nowra by bus and train

38Weekly Services

10h 50mAverage Duration

$40Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Forster to Nowra.

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Distance: 473.2 km
Duration: 10h 35m

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

You can take a bus from Forster Coach Terminal, Little St to Shoalhaven Hospital, Scenic Dr via Taree Station, Coach Stop, Taree Station, Central Station, Kiama Station, Bomaderry Station, and Bomaderry Station in around 11h 10m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Forster Coach Terminal, Little St to Nowra via Bulahdelah and Central Station in around 11h 16m.

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