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

The cheapest way to get from Forster to Riverstone is to bus and train which costs $27 - $40 and takes 7h 22m.

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

The fastest way to get from Forster to Riverstone is to drive which takes 3h 36m and costs $50 - $80.

Is there a direct train between Forster and Riverstone?

No, there is no direct train from Forster station to Riverstone station. However, there are services departing from Taree Station and arriving at Riverstone Station via Strathfield Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 24m.

How far is it from Forster to Riverstone?

The distance between Forster and Riverstone is 372 km. The road distance is 305.6 km.

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

The best way to get from Forster to Riverstone without a car is to bus and train which takes 7h 22m and costs $27 - $40.

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

It takes approximately 7h 22m to get from Forster to Riverstone, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Forster to Riverstone bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Forster to Riverstone train from?

Forster to Riverstone train services, operated by NSW TrainLink XPT, depart from Taree Station.

Train or bus from Forster to Riverstone?

The best way to get from Forster to Riverstone is to train which takes 7h 24m and costs $35 - $190. Alternatively, you can bus via Newcastle, which costs $29 - $45 and takes 7h 53m.

Where does the Forster to Riverstone bus arrive?

Forster to Riverstone bus services, operated by Busways, arrive at Newcastle Interchange, Stand C station.

Where does the Forster to Riverstone train arrive?

Forster to Riverstone train services, operated by NSW TrainLink XPT, arrive at Strathfield Station.

Can I drive from Forster to Riverstone?

Yes, the driving distance between Forster to Riverstone is 306 km. It takes approximately 3h 36m to drive from Forster to Riverstone.

Where can I stay near Riverstone?

There are 594+ hotels available in Riverstone.

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

Q: Is there a direct bus between Forster and Riverstone?

No, there is no direct bus from Forster to Riverstone station. However, there are services departing from Forster Coach Terminal, Little St and arriving at Riverstone Pde Opp Riverstone Station via Newcastle Interchange, Stand C, Pennant Hills Station, Railway St, Stand A and North West Twy Opp Rouse Hill Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 53m.

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There are 5 ways to get from Forster to Riverstone by bus, train, car, or bus (Greyhound)

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Bus, train
best
1. Take the bus from Forster Coach Terminal, Little St to Newcastle Interchange, Stand Cbus 150 / ...
2. Take the train from Newcastle Interchange to Strathfield Stationtrain Ccn
7h 22m
$27–39
Train
1. Take the train from Taree Station to Strathfield Stationtrain 34 / ...
7h 24m
$39–184
Drive 305.6 km
1. Drive from Forster to Riverstonecar 305.6 km
3h 36m
$55–79
Bus via Newcastle
1. Take the bus from Forster Coach Terminal, Little St to Newcastle Interchange, Stand Cbus 150 / ...
2. Take the bus from Newcastle Interchange, Stand C to George St Opp Hornsby Stationbus 15Cn
7h 53m
$29–43
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, Railway Square, Stand M to Riverstone Station, Riverstone Pdebus N71
8h 21m
$51–105

Forster to Riverstone by bus and train

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Distance: 372 km
Duration: 7h 22m

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

NSW TrainLink XPT operates a train from Taree Station to Strathfield Station 4 times a day. Tickets cost $30–170 and the journey takes 4h 53m. NSW TrainLink also services this route twice daily. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Forster Coach Terminal, Little St to Riverstone Pde Opp Riverstone Station via Newcastle Interchange, Stand C, George St Opp Hornsby Station, Hornsby Station, Pennant Hills Station, Pennant Hills Station, Railway St, Stand A, Rouse Hill Station, North West Twy, and North West Twy Opp Rouse Hill Station in around 7h 53m.

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