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

The cheapest way to get from Shortland to Forster is to bus which costs $22 - $28 and takes 4h 49m.

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

The fastest way to get from Shortland to Forster is to drive which takes 1h 51m and costs $29 - $45.

Is there a direct bus between Shortland and Forster?

No, there is no direct bus from Shortland to Forster. However, there are services departing from Derna Rd At Bardia Rd and arriving at Forster Coach Terminal, Little St via Broadmeadow Station, Graham Rd. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 49m.

How far is it from Shortland to Forster?

The distance between Shortland and Forster is 193 km. The road distance is 152.9 km.

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

The best way to get from Shortland to Forster without a car is to bus which takes 4h 49m and costs $22 - $28.

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

It takes approximately 4h 49m to get from Shortland to Forster, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Shortland to Forster bus from?

Shortland to Forster bus services, operated by Busways, depart from Broadmeadow Station, Graham Rd.

Train or bus from Shortland to Forster?

The best way to get from Shortland to Forster is to bus which takes 4h 49m and costs $22 - $28. Alternatively, you can train, which costs $30 - $170 and takes 5h 38m.

Where does the Shortland to Forster bus arrive?

Shortland to Forster bus services, operated by Busways, arrive at Forster Coach Terminal, Little St station.

Can I drive from Shortland to Forster?

Yes, the driving distance between Shortland to Forster is 153 km. It takes approximately 1h 51m to drive from Shortland to Forster.

Where can I stay near Forster?

There are 702+ hotels available in Forster.

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

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

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Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Broadmeadow Station, Graham Rd to Forster Coach Terminal, Little St150 / ...
4h 49m
$22–28
Train
1. Take the train from Maitland Station to Taree Station33 / ...
5h 38m
$31–164
Drive 152.9 km
1. Drive from Shortland to Forster152.9 km
1h 51m
$30–43

Shortland to Forster by bus

38Weekly Buses

4h 49mAverage Duration

$22Cheapest Price

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Distance: 193 km
Duration: 4h 49m

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

Busways operates a bus from Broadmeadow Station, Graham Rd to Forster Coach Terminal, Little St 5 times a day. Tickets cost $18–22 and the journey takes 3h 21m. Alternatively, 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.

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