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

The cheapest way to get from Manly to Forster is to ferry and train and bus which costs $35 - $65 and takes 7h 55m.

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

The fastest way to get from Manly to Forster is to drive which takes 3h 33m and costs $55 - $90.

Is there a direct bus between Manly and Forster?

No, there is no direct bus from Manly to Forster. However, there are services departing from Manly Wharf, Belgrave St, Stand G and arriving at Forster Coach Terminal, Little St via Chatswood and Bulahdelah Way After Blanch St. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 32m.

How far is it from Manly to Forster?

The distance between Manly and Forster is 319 km. The road distance is 302.7 km.

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

The best way to get from Manly to Forster without a car is to bus via Central Station which takes 6h 19m and costs $45 - $110.

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

It takes approximately 6h 19m to get from Manly to Forster, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Manly to Forster bus from?

Manly to Forster bus services, operated by Premier Motor Service, depart from Chatswood station.

Where does the Manly to Forster bus arrive?

Manly to Forster bus services, operated by Premier Motor Service, arrive at Bulahdelah station.

Can I drive from Manly to Forster?

Yes, the driving distance between Manly to Forster is 303 km. It takes approximately 3h 33m to drive from Manly to Forster.

Where can I stay near Forster?

There are 701+ hotels available in Forster.

Manly to Forster - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, ferry, and car

There are 5 ways to get from Manly to Forster by bus (Greyhound), ferry, train, car, or bus

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

Bus via Central Station
best
1. Take the bus from Central Station to BulahdelahBrisbane
2. Take the bus from Bulahdelah Way After Blanch St to Forster Coach Terminal, Little St150 / ...
6h 19m
$46–102
Ferry, train, bus
cheapest
1. Take the ferry from Manly, Wharf 2 to Circular Quay, Wharf 2, Side AMff
2. Take the train from Central Station to Newcastle InterchangeCcn
3. Take the bus from Newcastle Interchange, Stand C to Forster Coach Terminal, Little St150 / ...
7h 55m
$39–63
Ferry, train
1. Take the ferry from Manly, Wharf 2 to Circular Quay, Wharf 2, Side AMff
2. Take the train from Central Station to Taree Station33 / ...
8h 30m
$45–214
Drive 302.7 km
1. Drive from Manly to Forster302.7 km
3h 33m
$60–86
Bus
1. Take the bus from Chatswood to BulahdelahPm12
2. Take the bus from Bulahdelah Way After Blanch St to Forster Coach Terminal, Little St150 / ...
8h 32m
$43–70

Manly to Forster by bus and train

30Weekly Services

6h 19mAverage Duration

$46Cheapest Price

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Distance: 319.5 km
Duration: 6h 19m

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

You can take a bus from Manly Wharf, Belgrave St, Stand E to Forster Coach Terminal, Little St via Wynyard Station, York St, Stand M, Wynyard Station, Central Station, Central Station, and Bulahdelah Way After Blanch St in around 6h 19m.

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