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

The cheapest way to get from Lithgow to Forster is to train and bus which costs $35 - $180 and takes 9h 47m.

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

The fastest way to get from Lithgow to Forster is to drive which takes 4h 56m and costs $75 - $120.

Is there a direct bus between Lithgow and Forster?

No, there is no direct bus from Lithgow station to Forster. However, there are services departing from Lithgow Station, Railway Pde, Bay 1 and arriving at Forster Coach Terminal, Little St via Central Station and Bulahdelah Way After Blanch St. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 11m.

How far is it from Lithgow to Forster?

The distance between Lithgow and Forster is 444 km. The road distance is 396.7 km.

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

The best way to get from Lithgow to Forster without a car is to bus which takes 8h 11m and costs $55 - $120.

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

It takes approximately 8h 11m to get from Lithgow to Forster, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Lithgow to Forster bus from?

Lithgow to Forster bus services, operated by NSW TrainLink, depart from Lithgow Station, Railway Pde, Bay 1.

Train or bus from Lithgow to Forster?

The best way to get from Lithgow to Forster is to bus which takes 8h 11m and costs $55 - $120. Alternatively, you can train, which costs $40 - $320 and takes 10h 25m.

Where does the Lithgow to Forster bus arrive?

Lithgow to Forster bus services, operated by NSW TrainLink, arrive at Central Station, Forecourt, Coach Bay 1.

Can I drive from Lithgow to Forster?

Yes, the driving distance between Lithgow to Forster is 397 km. It takes approximately 4h 56m to drive from Lithgow to Forster.

Where can I stay near Forster?

There are 711+ hotels available in Forster.

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

There are 4 ways to get from Lithgow 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 Lithgow Station, Railway Pde, Bay 1 to Central Station, Forecourt, Coach Bay 1
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 / ...
8h 11m
$57–111
Train, bus
cheapest
1. Take the train from Lithgow 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 / ...
9h 47m
$37–177
Drive 396.7 km
1. Drive from Lithgow to Forster396.7 km
4h 56m
$78–112
Train
1. Take the train from Lithgow Station to Strathfield StationBmt
2. Take the train from Strathfield Station to Taree Station33 / ...
10h 25m
$44–318

Lithgow to Forster by bus

2Weekly Buses

8h 11mAverage Duration

$57Cheapest Price

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Distance: 444.2 km
Duration: 8h 11m

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

You can take a bus from Lithgow Station, Railway Pde, Bay 1 to Forster Coach Terminal, Little St via Central Station and Bulahdelah Way After Blanch St in around 8h 11m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Lithgow Station to Forster Coach Terminal, Little St via Strathfield Station, Taree Station, and Taree Station, Coach Stop in around 10h 25m.

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