Rent a Car in Downtown Forster

Forster is a coastal city on Wallis Lake on the NSW Mid North Coast, located 300 km north of Sydney. With 3 rental companies in the city center, you can easily rent a car to explore Myall Lakes National Park and the picturesque Twin Towns of Forster-Tuncurry. The region offers fantastic beaches, lakes and rainforest within a short drive.

From Forster center, it's 5 km to Booti Booti National Park with Nine Mile Beach, and 25 km to Seal Rocks – one of NSW's best-kept coastal secrets. The Pacific Highway is reached in 10 minutes, providing good connections north to Port Macquarie (90 km) and south to Newcastle (190 km). Drive to Seal Rocks early in the morning to avoid crowds at the lighthouse and snorkeling spot.

Wallis Lake is perfect for a day trip by car along the lake's eastern shore toward Smiths Lake. Book your rental car well in advance during school holidays and Christmas when availability is limited with only 3 rental companies. Is there an airport near Forster?

The nearest airport is Taree Airport (TAR), 30 km west of Forster, with connections to Sydney. From there you can pick up a rental car or drive from Forster city center. How long does it take to drive from Forster to Port Macquarie?

Port Macquarie is approximately 90 km north via the Pacific Highway, which takes about 1 hour and 10 minutes. Can I drive to Myall Lakes National Park with a regular car? Yes, most roads into Myall Lakes National Park are paved and accessible with a regular car.

However, some beach driving areas require 4WD and tire deflation.

We compare prices from all major providers at Forster Center so you can see the total cost upfront — including insurance, fuel terms and any extras. Most bookings include free cancellation up to 48 hours before pickup, giving you flexibility if your plans change.