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

The cheapest way to get from Merrylands to Forster is to train and bus which costs $25 - $180 and takes 7h.

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

The fastest way to get from Merrylands to Forster is to drive which takes 3h 26m and costs $50 - $80.

Is there a direct bus between Merrylands and Forster?

No, there is no direct bus from Merrylands to Forster. However, there are services departing from Merrylands Rd Opp Addlestone Rd and arriving at Forster Coach Terminal, Little St via Parramatta Station, Stand A3, Central Station and Bulahdelah Way After Blanch St. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 10m.

How far is it from Merrylands to Forster?

The distance between Merrylands and Forster is 344 km. The road distance is 296 km.

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

The best way to get from Merrylands to Forster without a car is to train and bus which takes 7h and costs $25 - $180.

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

It takes approximately 7h to get from Merrylands to Forster, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Merrylands to Forster bus from?

Merrylands to Forster bus services, operated by Busways, depart from Parramatta Station, Stand A3.

Train or bus from Merrylands to Forster?

The best way to get from Merrylands to Forster is to train which takes 8h 5m and costs $35 - $190. Alternatively, you can line 501 bus and bus, which costs $45 - $100 and takes 7h 10m.

Where does the Merrylands to Forster bus arrive?

Merrylands to Forster bus services, operated by Busways, arrive at Pitt St At Barlow St station.

Can I drive from Merrylands to Forster?

Yes, the driving distance between Merrylands to Forster is 296 km. It takes approximately 3h 26m to drive from Merrylands to Forster.

Where can I stay near Forster?

There are 745+ hotels available in Forster.

Merrylands to Forster - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and line 501 bus

There are 4 ways to get from Merrylands to Forster by train, bus, car, or bus (Greyhound)

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Train, bus
best
1. Take the train from Strathfield Station to Broadmeadow Stationtrain Ccn
2. Take the bus from Broadmeadow Station, Graham Rd to Forster Coach Terminal, Little Stbus 150 / ...
7h
$26–174
Train
1. Take the train from Strathfield Station to Taree Stationtrain 33 / ...
8h 5m
$38–183
Drive 296 km
1. Drive from Merrylands to Forstercar 296 km
3h 26m
$54–78
Line 501 bus, bus
1. Take the bus from Parramatta Station, Stand A3 to Pitt St At Barlow Stbus 501
2. Take the bus from Central Station to Bulahdelahbus
3. Take the bus from Bulahdelah Way After Blanch St to Forster Coach Terminal, Little Stbus 150 / ...
7h 10m
$47–98

Merrylands to Forster by train and bus

38Weekly Services

7hAverage Duration

$26Cheapest Price

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Distance: 343.8 km
Duration: 7h

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

NSW TrainLink XPT operates a train from Strathfield Station to Taree Station 4 times a day. Tickets cost $30–170 and the journey takes 5h 12m. NSW TrainLink also services this route twice daily. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Merrylands Rd Opp Addlestone Rd to Forster Coach Terminal, Little St via Parramatta Station, Stand A1, Parramatta Station, Stand A3, Pitt St At Barlow St, Central Station, and Bulahdelah Way After Blanch St in around 7h 10m.

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