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

The cheapest way to get from Forster to Terrigal is to bus and train which costs $30 - $40 and takes 5h 39m.

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

The fastest way to get from Forster to Terrigal is to drive which takes 2h 48m and costs $45 - $70.

Is there a direct bus between Forster and Terrigal?

No, there is no direct bus from Forster to Terrigal. However, there are services departing from Forster Coach Terminal, Little St and arriving at Terrigal Surf Life Saving Club, Terrigal Esp via Bulahdelah, Westfield Tuggerah, Stand C and Gosford Station, Stand H. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 54m.

How far is it from Forster to Terrigal?

The distance between Forster and Terrigal is 283 km. The road distance is 233.5 km.

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

The best way to get from Forster to Terrigal without a car is to bus and train which takes 5h 39m and costs $30 - $40.

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

It takes approximately 5h 39m to get from Forster to Terrigal, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Forster to Terrigal bus from?

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

Train or bus from Forster to Terrigal?

The best way to get from Forster to Terrigal is to train which takes 6h 6m and costs $35 - $180. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $45 - $70 and takes 5h 54m.

Where does the Forster to Terrigal bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Forster to Terrigal?

Yes, the driving distance between Forster to Terrigal is 233 km. It takes approximately 2h 48m to drive from Forster to Terrigal.

Where can I stay near Terrigal?

There are 1148+ hotels available in Terrigal.

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

There are 4 ways to get from Forster to Terrigal by bus, train, 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 Gosford StationCcn
5h 39m
$30–37
Train
1. Take the train from Taree Station to Gosford Station34 / ...
6h 6m
$36–172
Drive 233.5 km
1. Drive from Forster to Terrigal233.5 km
2h 48m
$46–66
Bus
1. Take the bus from Forster Coach Terminal, Little St to Bulahdelah Way Before Blanch St150 / ...
2. Take the bus from Bulahdelah to Tuggerah Westfield PlazaPm11
5h 54m
$46–66

Forster to Terrigal by bus and train

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5h 39mAverage Duration

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Distance: 282.9 km
Duration: 5h 39m

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

NSW TrainLink XPT operates a train from Taree Station to Gosford Station 4 times a day. Tickets cost $27–160 and the journey takes 3h 52m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Forster Coach Terminal, Little St to Terrigal Surf Life Saving Club, Terrigal Esp via Bulahdelah, Tuggerah Westfield Plaza, Westfield Tuggerah, Stand C, Imperial Centre, Erina St East, and Gosford Station, Stand H in around 5h 54m.

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