How to Travel from
Cairns to Forster
by Route or Car
Eight ways to Travel from Cairns to Forster
Select an Option Below to Start Your Journey
Cheapest
By car (2 308 km)
27 h 16 min
2308 km.
from $126
Other
Bus, Plane (Fly to Newcastle Airport)
9 h 35 min
1826 km.
from $254.27
Train
36 h 36 min
1826 km.
from $1998.43
Bus
43 h 51 min
1826 km.
from $285.09
Bus, Plane (Fly to Port Macquarie)
11 h 26 min
1826 km.
from $289.02
Bus, Plane (Fly to Sydney Airport)
12 h 36 min
1826 km.
from $206.97
Bus, Plane (Fly to Coffs Harbour Airport)
13 h 16 min
1826 km.
from $401.47
Bus via Brisbane (Greyhound)
44 h 24 min
1826 km.
from $335
Transport providers
Bus operators
Transport for NSW
Phone:
131 500
Website:
transportnsw.info/
Train from Roma Street Station to Taree
Ave. Duration:
8h 41m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$8.90–$22.90
Train from Central Station to Taree
Ave. Duration:
5h 25m
Frequency:
Every 4 hours
Estimated price:
$7.00–$15.26
Train from Coffs Harbour Station to Taree
Ave. Duration:
3h 26m
Frequency:
4 times a day
Estimated price:
$5.60–$10.81
Greyhound Australia
Phone:
1300 473946
Website:
greyhound.com.au/
Bus from Port Macquarie to Taree
Ave. Duration:
55 min
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$12.72–$25.44
Bus from Cairns to Brisbane
Ave. Duration:
30h
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$190.80–$483.36
Bus from Brisbane to Taree
Ave. Duration:
11h 40m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$69.96–$165.36
Busways
Phone:
1300 692 929
Website:
busways.com.au/
Bus from Broadmeadow Station, Graham Rd to Forster
Ave. Duration:
3h 21m
Frequency:
5 times a day
Estimated price:
$13.99–$16.54
Premier Motor Service
Bus from Cairns Central Station to Brisbane
Ave. Duration:
29h 5m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$139.92–$190.80
Bus from Brisbane Roma Street to Taree
Ave. Duration:
12h 5m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$57.24–$82.68
Bus from Port Macquarie to Taree
Ave. Duration:
55 min
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$15.26–$22.90
Airlines
Jetstar
Website:
jetstar.com/
Plane from Cairns to Newcastle
Ave. Duration:
2h 45m
Frequency:
Monday, Wednesday, and Friday
Estimated price:
$127.20–$470.64
Plane from Cairns to Sydney
Ave. Duration:
2h 58m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$101.76–$572.39
Qantas
Website:
qantas.com/
Plane from Cairns to Newcastle
Ave. Duration:
5h 16m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$267.12–$826.79
Plane from Cairns to Port
Ave. Duration:
4h 57m
Frequency:
Monday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, and Sunday
Estimated price:
$152.64–$763.19
Plane from Cairns to Sydney
Ave. Duration:
2h 57m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$101.76–$623.27
Plane from Cairns to Coffs
Ave. Duration:
6h 12m
Frequency:
Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, and Sunday
Estimated price:
$165.36–$1,081.19
Virgin Australia
Website:
virginaustralia.com
Plane from Cairns to Newcastle
Ave. Duration:
5h
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$165.36–$534.23
Plane from Cairns to Sydney
Ave. Duration:
3h
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$127.20–$521.52
Plane from Cairns to Coffs
Ave. Duration:
5h 17m
Frequency:
Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, and Sunday
Estimated price:
$152.64–$1,081.19
Regional Express
Website:
rex.com.au/
Plane from Cairns to Coffs
Ave. Duration:
8h 15m
Frequency:
Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, and Sunday
Estimated price:
$203.52–$610.55
Link Airways
Website:
linkairways.com/
Plane from Cairns to Coffs
Ave. Duration:
4h 45m
Frequency:
Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, and Sunday
Estimated price:
$534.23–$1,081.19
Train operators
Queensland Rail Travel
Phone:
1800 872 467
Website:
queenslandrailtravel.com.au/
Train from Cairns Central Station to Roma
Ave. Duration:
25h 20m
Frequency:
4 times a week
Estimated price:
$61.06–$4,498.63
Questions and Answers
What is the cheapest way to get from Cairns to Forster?
The cheapest way to get from Cairns to Forster is to bus which costs $163.04 - $239.13 and takes 43h 51m.
What is the fastest way to get from Cairns to Forster?
The fastest way to get from Cairns to Forster is to fly and bus which takes 9h 35m and costs $119.57 - $423.91 .
Is there a direct bus between Cairns and Forster?
No, there is no direct bus from Cairns station to Forster. However, there are services departing from Cairns Central Station and arriving at Beach St At Head Lane via Brisbane Roma Street and Taree Central, Manning St. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 43h 51m.
How far is it from Cairns to Forster?
The distance between Cairns and Forster is 2093 km. The road distance is 2307.9 km.
How do I travel from Cairns to Forster without a car?
The best way to get from Cairns to Forster without a car is to train which takes 36h 36m and costs $59.78 - $3913.04 .
How long does it take to get from Cairns to Forster?
It takes approximately 9h 35m to get from Cairns to Forster, including transfers.
Where do I catch the Cairns to Forster bus from?
Cairns to Forster bus services, operated by Premier Motor Service, depart from Cairns Central Station.
Train or bus from Cairns to Forster?
The best way to get from Cairns to Forster is to train which takes 36h 36m and costs $59.78 - $3913.04 . Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $163.04 - $239.13 and takes 43h 51m.
Where does the Cairns to Forster bus arrive?
Cairns to Forster bus services, operated by Premier Motor Service, arrive at Brisbane Roma Street station.
What is the time difference between Cairns and Forster?
Forster is 1h ahead of Cairns. It is currently 10:11 in Cairns and 11:11 in Forster.
Can I drive from Cairns to Forster?
Yes, the driving distance between Cairns to Forster is 2308 km. It takes approximately 27h 48m to drive from Cairns to Forster.
Where can I stay near Forster?
There are 689+ hotels available in Forster. Prices start at $61.67 per night.
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