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

The cheapest way to get from Pokolbin to Forster is to bus which costs $30 - $45 and takes 7h 34m.

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

The fastest way to get from Pokolbin to Forster is to drive which takes 2h 25m and costs $35 - $55.

How far is it from Pokolbin to Forster?

The distance between Pokolbin and Forster is 259 km. The road distance is 188.3 km.

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

The best way to get from Pokolbin to Forster without a car is to train which takes 4h 45m and costs $120 - $270.

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

It takes approximately 4h 45m to get from Pokolbin to Forster, including transfers.

Train or bus from Pokolbin to Forster?

The best way to get from Pokolbin to Forster is to train which takes 4h 45m and costs $120 - $270. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $30 - $45 and takes 7h 34m.

Can I drive from Pokolbin to Forster?

Yes, the driving distance between Pokolbin to Forster is 188 km. It takes approximately 2h 25m to drive from Pokolbin to Forster.

Where can I stay near Forster?

There are 712+ hotels available in Forster.

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

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Maitland Station to Taree Station33 / ...
4h 45m
$121–270
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Newcastle Interchange, Stand C to Forster Coach Terminal, Little St150 / ...
7h 34m
$32–43
Drive 188.3 km
1. Drive from Pokolbin to Forster188.3 km
2h 25m
$37–54

Pokolbin to Forster by bus and train

11Weekly Services

7h 34mAverage Duration

$32Cheapest Price

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Distance: 259.1 km
Duration: 4h 45m

What companies run services between Pokolbin, 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 $19–23 and the journey takes 3h 36m.

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