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

The cheapest way to get from Shellharbour to Forster is to train and bus which costs $40 - $55 and takes 10h 24m.

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

The fastest way to get from Shellharbour to Forster is to drive which takes 4h 40m and costs $75 - $120.

Is there a direct bus between Shellharbour and Forster?

No, there is no direct bus from Shellharbour to Forster. However, there are services departing from Addison St Before Mary St and arriving at Forster Coach Terminal, Little St via Wollongong, Central Station and Bulahdelah Way After Blanch St. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 15m.

How far is it from Shellharbour to Forster?

The distance between Shellharbour and Forster is 413 km. The road distance is 392.9 km.

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

The best way to get from Shellharbour to Forster without a car is to bus which takes 9h 15m and costs $65 - $140.

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

It takes approximately 9h 15m to get from Shellharbour to Forster, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Shellharbour to Forster bus from?

Shellharbour to Forster bus services, operated by Premier Motor Service, depart from Wollongong station.

Train or bus from Shellharbour to Forster?

The best way to get from Shellharbour to Forster is to bus which takes 9h 15m and costs $65 - $140. Alternatively, you can train, which costs $45 - $210 and takes 10h 38m.

Where does the Shellharbour to Forster bus arrive?

Shellharbour to Forster bus services, operated by Premier Motor Service, arrive at Central Station.

Can I drive from Shellharbour to Forster?

Yes, the driving distance between Shellharbour to Forster is 393 km. It takes approximately 4h 40m to drive from Shellharbour to Forster.

Where can I stay near Forster?

There are 703+ hotels available in Forster.

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

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

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

Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Wollongong to Central StationPm1
2. Take the bus from Central Station to Bulahdelah
3. Take the bus from Bulahdelah Way After Blanch St to Forster Coach Terminal, Little St150 / ...
9h 15m
$68–131
Train, bus
cheapest
1. Take the train from Oak Flats Station to Central StationSco
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 / ...
10h 24m
$40–51
Drive 392.9 km
1. Drive from Shellharbour to Forster392.9 km
4h 40m
$77–112
Train
1. Take the train from Shellharbour Junction to Central StationSco
2. Take the train from Central Station to Taree Station33 / ...
10h 38m
$45–201

Shellharbour to Forster by bus

7Weekly Buses

9h 15mAverage Duration

$68Cheapest Price

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Distance: 412.5 km
Duration: 9h 15m

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

You can take a bus from Addison St Before Mary St to Forster Coach Terminal, Little St via Wollongong, Central Station, and Bulahdelah Way After Blanch St in around 9h 15m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Addison St Opp Pioneer Park to Forster Coach Terminal, Little St via Shellharbour Junction Station, Piper Dr, Stand A, Shellharbour Junction, Central Station, Taree Station, and Taree Station, Coach Stop in around 10h 38m.

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