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

The cheapest way to get from Parramatta to Forster is to train and bus which costs $26 - $35 and takes 7h 26m.

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

The fastest way to get from Parramatta to Forster is to drive which takes 3h 23m and costs $50 - $80.

Is there a direct bus between Parramatta and Forster?

No, there is no direct bus from Parramatta station to Forster. However, there are services departing from Parramatta Station, Stand A3 and arriving at Forster Coach Terminal, Little St via Central Station and Bulahdelah Way After Blanch St. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 53m.

How far is it from Parramatta to Forster?

The distance between Parramatta and Forster is 330 km. The road distance is 293.4 km.

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

The best way to get from Parramatta to Forster without a car is to line 501 bus and bus which takes 6h 53m and costs $45 - $100.

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

It takes approximately 6h 53m to get from Parramatta to Forster, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Parramatta to Forster bus from?

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

Train or bus from Parramatta to Forster?

The best way to get from Parramatta to Forster is to line 501 bus and bus which takes 6h 53m and costs $45 - $100. Alternatively, you can train, which costs $35 - $190 and takes 7h 59m.

Where does the Parramatta to Forster bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Parramatta to Forster?

Yes, the driving distance between Parramatta to Forster is 293 km. It takes approximately 3h 23m to drive from Parramatta to Forster.

Where can I stay near Forster?

There are 747+ hotels available in Forster.

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

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

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Line 501 bus, bus
best
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 / ...
6h 53m
$45–99
Train, bus
cheapest
1. Take the train from Epping Station to Newcastle Interchangetrain Ccn
2. Take the bus from Newcastle Interchange, Stand C to Forster Coach Terminal, Little Stbus 150 / ...
7h 26m
$26–34
Train
1. Take the train from Strathfield Station to Taree Stationtrain 33 / ...
7h 59m
$38–184
Drive 293.4 km
1. Drive from Parramatta to Forstercar 293.4 km
3h 23m
$53–77

Parramatta to Forster by bus

38Weekly Buses

6h 53mAverage Duration

$45Cheapest Price

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Distance: 330 km
Duration: 6h 53m

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

You can take a bus from Parramatta Station, Stand A3 to Forster Coach Terminal, Little St via Pitt St At Barlow St, Central Station, and Bulahdelah Way After Blanch St in around 6h 53m. Alternatively, 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.

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