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

The cheapest way to get from Katoomba to Forster is to train and bus which costs $30 - $45 and takes 8h 54m.

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

The fastest way to get from Katoomba to Forster is to drive which takes 4h 22m and costs $70 - $110.

Is there a direct bus between Katoomba and Forster?

No, there is no direct bus from Katoomba to Forster. However, there are services departing from Katoomba and arriving at Forster Coach Terminal, Little St via Central Station and Bulahdelah Way After Blanch St. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 26m.

How far is it from Katoomba to Forster?

The distance between Katoomba and Forster is 407 km. The road distance is 369.4 km.

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

The best way to get from Katoomba to Forster without a car is to bus which takes 7h 26m and costs $75 - $140.

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

It takes approximately 7h 26m to get from Katoomba to Forster, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Katoomba to Forster bus from?

Katoomba to Forster bus services, operated by Australia Wide Coaches, depart from Katoomba station.

Train or bus from Katoomba to Forster?

The best way to get from Katoomba to Forster is to bus which takes 7h 26m and costs $75 - $140. Alternatively, you can train, which costs $40 - $190 and takes 9h 34m.

Where does the Katoomba to Forster bus arrive?

Katoomba to Forster bus services, operated by Australia Wide Coaches, arrive at Central Station.

Can I drive from Katoomba to Forster?

Yes, the driving distance between Katoomba to Forster is 369 km. It takes approximately 4h 22m to drive from Katoomba to Forster.

Where can I stay near Forster?

There are 731+ hotels available in Forster.

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

There are 4 ways to get from Katoomba to Forster by bus (Greyhound), train, bus, 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
best
1. Take the bus from Katoomba to Central Station
2. Take the bus from Central Station to Bulahdelah
3. Take the bus from Bulahdelah Way After Blanch St to Forster Coach Terminal, Little St150 / ...
7h 26m
$77–137
Train, bus
cheapest
1. Take the train from Katoomba Station to Strathfield StationBmt
2. Take the train from Strathfield Station to Newcastle InterchangeCcn
3. Take the bus from Newcastle Interchange, Stand C to Forster Coach Terminal, Little St150 / ...
8h 54m
$31–41
Drive 369.4 km
1. Drive from Katoomba to Forster369.4 km
4h 22m
$71–102
Train
1. Take the train from Katoomba Station to Strathfield StationBmt
2. Take the train from Strathfield Station to Taree Station33 / ...
9h 34m
$42–187

Katoomba to Forster by bus

6Weekly Buses

7h 26mAverage Duration

$77Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Katoomba to Forster.

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Distance: 406.6 km
Duration: 7h 26m

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

You can take a bus from Katoomba to Forster Coach Terminal, Little St via Central Station and Bulahdelah Way After Blanch St in around 7h 26m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Katoomba Station to Forster Coach Terminal, Little St via Strathfield Station, Taree Station, and Taree Station, Coach Stop in around 9h 34m.

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