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

The cheapest way to get from Merewether to Forster is to bus which costs $17 - $23 and takes 4h 38m.

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

The fastest way to get from Merewether to Forster is to drive which takes 1h 59m and costs $28 - $45.

Is there a direct bus between Merewether and Forster?

No, there is no direct bus from Merewether to Forster. However, there are services departing from Ridge St At Mitchell St and arriving at Forster Coach Terminal, Little St via Newcastle and Bulahdelah Way After Blanch St. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 30m.

How far is it from Merewether to Forster?

The distance between Merewether and Forster is 169 km. The road distance is 160.3 km.

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

The best way to get from Merewether to Forster without a car is to bus via Bulahdelah which takes 4h 30m and costs $30 - $55.

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

It takes approximately 4h 30m to get from Merewether to Forster, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Merewether to Forster bus from?

Merewether to Forster bus services, operated by Greyhound Australia, depart from Newcastle station.

Train or bus from Merewether to Forster?

The best way to get from Merewether to Forster is to bus via Bulahdelah which takes 4h 30m and costs $30 - $55. Alternatively, you can train, which costs $29 - $170 and takes 5h 44m.

Where does the Merewether to Forster bus arrive?

Merewether to Forster bus services, operated by Greyhound Australia, arrive at Bulahdelah station.

Can I drive from Merewether to Forster?

Yes, the driving distance between Merewether to Forster is 160 km. It takes approximately 1h 59m to drive from Merewether to Forster.

Where can I stay near Forster?

There are 742+ hotels available in Forster.

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

There are 4 ways to get from Merewether to Forster by bus (Greyhound), 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 Bulahdelah
best
1. Take the bus from Newcastle to Bulahdelahbus Brisbane
2. Take the bus from Bulahdelah Way After Blanch St to Forster Coach Terminal, Little Stbus 150 / ...
4h 30m
$32–54
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Broadmeadow Station, Graham Rd to Forster Coach Terminal, Little Stbus 150 / ...
4h 38m
$17–23
Train
1. Take the train from Broadmeadow Station to Taree Stationtrain 33 / ...
5h 44m
$30–162
Drive 160.3 km
1. Drive from Merewether to Forstercar 160.3 km
1h 59m
$29–42

Merewether to Forster by bus

38Weekly Buses

4h 30mAverage Duration

$32Cheapest Price

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Distance: 169 km
Duration: 4h 30m

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

You can take a bus from Ridge St At Mitchell St to Forster Coach Terminal, Little St via Newcastle and Bulahdelah Way After Blanch St in around 4h 30m. Alternatively, NSW TrainLink XPT operates a train from Broadmeadow Station to Taree Station 4 times a day. Tickets cost $22–150 and the journey takes 3h.

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