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

The cheapest way to get from Sydney to Forster is to train and bus which costs $29 - $40 and takes 7h 9m.

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

The fastest way to get from Sydney to Forster is to drive which takes 3h 28m and costs $55 - $85.

Is there a direct bus between Sydney and Forster?

No, there is no direct bus from Sydney station to Forster. However, there are services departing from Central Station and arriving at Forster Coach Terminal, Little St via Bulahdelah Way After Blanch St. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 36m.

How far is it from Sydney to Forster?

The distance between Sydney and Forster is 303 km. The road distance is 297.3 km.

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

The best way to get from Sydney to Forster without a car is to bus which takes 4h 36m and costs $45 - $90.

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

It takes approximately 4h 36m to get from Sydney to Forster, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Sydney to Forster bus from?

Sydney to Forster bus services, operated by Greyhound Australia, depart from Central Station.

Train or bus from Sydney to Forster?

The best way to get from Sydney to Forster is to bus which takes 4h 36m and costs $45 - $90. Alternatively, you can train, which costs $35 - $180 and takes 7h.

Where does the Sydney to Forster bus arrive?

Sydney to Forster bus services, operated by Greyhound Australia, arrive at Bulahdelah station.

Can I drive from Sydney to Forster?

Yes, the driving distance between Sydney to Forster is 297 km. It takes approximately 3h 28m to drive from Sydney to Forster.

Where can I stay near Forster?

There are 702+ hotels available in Forster.

Sydney to Forster - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 5 ways to get from Sydney to Forster by bus (Greyhound), train, car, or bus

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 Central Station to BulahdelahBrisbane
2. Take the bus from Bulahdelah Way After Blanch St to Forster Coach Terminal, Little St150 / ...
4h 36m
$46–90
Train, bus
cheapest
1. Take the train from Central Station to Newcastle InterchangeCcn
2. Take the bus from Newcastle Interchange, Stand C to Forster Coach Terminal, Little St150 / ...
7h 9m
$29–36
Train
1. Take the train from Central Station to Taree Station33 / ...
7h
$37–178
Drive 297.3 km
1. Drive from Sydney to Forster297.3 km
3h 28m
$58–84
Bus via Chatswood
1. Take the bus from Chatswood to BulahdelahPm12
2. Take the bus from Bulahdelah Way After Blanch St to Forster Coach Terminal, Little St150 / ...
8h 19m
$47–70

Sydney to Forster by bus

30Weekly Buses

4h 36mAverage Duration

$46Cheapest Price

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Distance: 303.2 km
Duration: 4h 36m

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

You can take a bus from Central Station to Forster Coach Terminal, Little St via Bulahdelah Way After Blanch St in around 4h 36m. Alternatively, NSW TrainLink XPT operates a train from Central Station to Taree Station 4 times a day. Tickets cost $30–180 and the journey takes 5h 25m.

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