What is the cheapest way to get from Hay to Forbes?

The cheapest way to get from Hay to Forbes is to bus which costs $40 - $65 and takes 8h.

What is the fastest way to get from Hay to Forbes?

The fastest way to get from Hay to Forbes is to drive which takes 3h 54m and costs $70 - $110.

Is there a direct bus between Hay and Forbes?

No, there is no direct bus from Hay to Forbes station. However, there are services departing from Sturt Hwy At Archer St and arriving at Forbes Station, Coach Stop via Cootamundra Station, Coach Bay 2. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h.

How far is it from Hay to Forbes?

The distance between Hay and Forbes is 526 km. The road distance is 360.1 km.

How do I travel from Hay to Forbes without a car?

The best way to get from Hay to Forbes without a car is to bus which takes 8h and costs $40 - $65.

How long does it take to get from Hay to Forbes?

It takes approximately 8h to get from Hay to Forbes, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Hay to Forbes bus from?

Hay to Forbes bus services, operated by NSW TrainLink, depart from Sturt Hwy At Archer St station.

Where does the Hay to Forbes bus arrive?

Hay to Forbes bus services, operated by NSW TrainLink, arrive at Cootamundra Station, Coach Bay 3.

Can I drive from Hay to Forbes?

Yes, the driving distance between Hay to Forbes is 360 km. It takes approximately 3h 54m to drive from Hay to Forbes.

Where can I stay near Forbes?

There are 10+ hotels available in Forbes.

Hay to Forbes - 3 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 3 ways to get from Hay to Forbes by bus, car, or train

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Sturt Hwy At Archer St to Cootamundra Station, Coach Bay 3726
2. Take the bus from Cootamundra Station, Coach Bay 2 to Forbes Station, Coach Stop791
8h
$44–63
Drive 360.1 km
1. Drive from Hay to Forbes360.1 km
3h 54m
$70–101
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Sturt Hwy At Archer St to Griffith Station, Coach Stop726
2. Take the train from Griffith Station to Cootamundra Station644
3. Take the bus from Cootamundra Station, Coach Bay 2 to Forbes Station, Coach Stop791
9h 26m
$53–89

Hay to Forbes by bus

6Weekly Buses

8hAverage Duration

$44Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

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Distance: 526.2 km
Duration: 8h

What companies run services between Hay, NSW, Australia and Forbes, NSW, Australia?

You can take a bus from Sturt Hwy At Archer St to Forbes Station, Coach Stop via Cootamundra Station, Coach Bay 2 in around 8h.

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