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Cheapest and Fastest Ways to Travel from Parkes to Forster

Composite routes from Parkes to Forster

Cheapest
7 h 18 min
Car
606 km.
from $33
Other
12 h 58 min
417 km.
from $84.49
14 h 31 min
418 km.
from $31.98
13 h 52 min
418 km.
from $29.67
10 h 32 min
Plane
418 km.
from $173.92
15 h 5 min
Train
417 km.
from $62.25
10 h 42 min
Plane, Train
418 km.
from $238.65
12 h 2 min
Bus, Plane
418 km.
from $177.88

Transport providers

Bus operators

Transport for NSW

Phone:
131 500
Website:
transportnsw.info/
Train from Parkes Station to Strathfield
Ave. Duration:
6h 42m
Frequency:
Twice a week
Estimated price:
$6.52–$15.22
Train from Strathfield Station to Newcastle
Ave. Duration:
2h 21m
Frequency:
Every 30 minutes
Estimated price:
$4.13–$7.07
Train from Central Station to Taree
Ave. Duration:
5h 25m
Frequency:
Every 4 hours
Estimated price:
$5.98–$13.04
Train from Strathfield Station to Taree
Ave. Duration:
5h 14m
Frequency:
Every 4 hours
Estimated price:
$5.98–$13.04
Train from Parkes Station to Parramatta
Ave. Duration:
6h 32m
Frequency:
Twice a week
Estimated price:
$5.98–$14.13
Bus from Parkes Station, Coach Stop to Dubbo
Ave. Duration:
1h 29m
Frequency:
6 times a week
Estimated price:
$0.12–$5.98

Busways

Phone:
1300 692 929
Website:
busways.com.au/
Bus from Newcastle Interchange, Stand C to Forster
Ave. Duration:
3h 36m
Frequency:
5 times a day
Estimated price:
$11.96–$15.22
Bus from Bulahdelah Way After Blanch St to Forster
Ave. Duration:
1h 6m
Frequency:
5 times a day
Estimated price:
$5.33–$6.52

Premier Motor Service

Phone:
13 34 10
Email:
Website:
premierms.com.au/
Bus from Hornsby to Bulahdelah
Ave. Duration:
4h 5m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$22.83–$31.52

Sid Foggs Coaches

Phone:
+61 2 4928 1088
Email:
Website:
sidfoggs.com.au/
Bus from Dubbo to Newcastle
Ave. Duration:
5h 40m
Frequency:
6 times a week
Estimated price:
$35.87–$44.57

Airlines

Qantas

Website:
qantas.com/
Plane from Orange Airport to Sydney
Ave. Duration:
1h
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$130.43–$336.96
Plane from Dubbo City Regional Airport to Sydney
Ave. Duration:
1h 10m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$141.30–$336.96

Regional Express

Website:
rex.com.au/
Plane from Orange Airport to Sydney
Ave. Duration:
50 min
Frequency:
Monday to Saturday
Estimated price:
$108.70–$228.26
Plane from Parkes to Sydney
Ave. Duration:
1h
Frequency:
Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, and Sunday
Estimated price:
$108.70–$260.87
Plane from Dubbo City Regional Airport to Sydney
Ave. Duration:
1h 10m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$108.70–$260.87

Questions and Answers

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

The cheapest way to get from Parkes to Forster is to train which costs $15.22 - $32.61 and takes 14h 31m.

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

The fastest way to get from Parkes to Forster is to drive which takes 7h 26m and costs $76.09 - $119.57 .

Is there a direct bus between Parkes and Forster?

No, there is no direct bus from Parkes station to Forster. However, there are services departing from Parkes Station, Coach Stop and arriving at Forster Coach Terminal, Little St via Dubbo, Customs House, Watt St and Newcastle Interchange, Stand C. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 12h 58m.

How far is it from Parkes to Forster?

The distance between Parkes and Forster is 722 km. The road distance is 642.4 km.

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

The best way to get from Parkes to Forster without a car is to bus which takes 12h 58m and costs $50 - $70.65 .

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

It takes approximately 12h 58m to get from Parkes to Forster, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Parkes to Forster bus from?

Parkes to Forster bus services, operated by Transport for NSW, depart from Parkes Station, Coach Stop.

Train or bus from Parkes to Forster?

The best way to get from Parkes to Forster is to bus which takes 12h 58m and costs $50 - $70.65 . Alternatively, you can train, which costs $15.22 - $32.61 and takes 14h 31m.

Where does the Parkes to Forster bus arrive?

Parkes to Forster bus services, operated by Transport for NSW, arrive at Dubbo Station, Coach Bay 1.

What is the time difference between Parkes and Forster?

It is currently 08:59 at both, Parkes and Forster.

Can I drive from Parkes to Forster?

Yes, the driving distance between Parkes to Forster is 642 km. It takes approximately 7h 26m to drive from Parkes 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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