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

The cheapest way to get from Maitland to Forster is to bus which costs $20 - $26 and takes 5h 14m.

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

The fastest way to get from Maitland to Forster is to drive which takes 1h 58m and costs $29 - $45.

How far is it from Maitland to Forster?

The distance between Maitland and Forster is 222 km. The road distance is 155.6 km.

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

The best way to get from Maitland to Forster without a car is to train which takes 4h 13m and costs $24 - $160.

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

It takes approximately 4h 13m to get from Maitland to Forster, including transfers.

Train or bus from Maitland to Forster?

The best way to get from Maitland to Forster is to train which takes 4h 13m and costs $24 - $160. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $20 - $26 and takes 5h 14m.

Can I drive from Maitland to Forster?

Yes, the driving distance between Maitland to Forster is 156 km. It takes approximately 1h 58m to drive from Maitland to Forster.

Where can I stay near Forster?

There are 749+ hotels available in Forster.

Maitland to Forster - 3 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 3 ways to get from Maitland to Forster by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Maitland Station to Taree Stationtrain 33 / ...
4h 13m
$24–153
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Newcastle Interchange, Stand C to Forster Coach Terminal, Little Stbus 150 / ...
5h 14m
$20–26
Drive 155.6 km
1. Drive from Maitland to Forstercar 155.6 km
1h 58m
$30–43

Maitland to Forster by train and bus

29Weekly Services

4h 13mAverage Duration

$24Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Maitland to Forster.

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Distance: 222.4 km
Duration: 4h 13m

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

NSW TrainLink XPT operates a train from Maitland Station to Taree Station 4 times a day. Tickets cost $20–150 and the journey takes 2h 38m. Alternatively, Busways operates a bus from Newcastle Interchange, Stand C to Forster Coach Terminal, Little St 5 times a day. Tickets cost $14–18 and the journey takes 3h 36m.

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