What is the cheapest way to get from Bourke to Lightning Ridge?

The cheapest way to get from Bourke to Lightning Ridge is to drive which costs $55 - $80 and takes 3h 17m.

What is the fastest way to get from Bourke to Lightning Ridge?

The fastest way to get from Bourke to Lightning Ridge is to drive and fly which takes 2h 57m and costs $100 - $470.

Is there a direct bus between Bourke and Lightning Ridge?

No, there is no direct bus from Bourke to Lightning Ridge. However, there are services departing from Central Park, Oxley St and arriving at Morilla St Opp Lightning Ridge Post Office via Dubbo Station, Coach Bay 3. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 10h.

How far is it from Bourke to Lightning Ridge?

The distance between Bourke and Lightning Ridge is 308 km. The road distance is 291.2 km.

How do I travel from Bourke to Lightning Ridge without a car?

The best way to get from Bourke to Lightning Ridge without a car is to bus which takes 10h and costs $55 - $85.

How long does it take to get from Bourke to Lightning Ridge?

It takes approximately 2h 57m to get from Bourke to Lightning Ridge, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Bourke to Lightning Ridge bus from?

Bourke to Lightning Ridge bus services, operated by NSW TrainLink, depart from Central Park, Oxley St station.

Where does the Bourke to Lightning Ridge bus arrive?

Bourke to Lightning Ridge bus services, operated by NSW TrainLink, arrive at Dubbo Station, Coach Bay 2.

Can I drive from Bourke to Lightning Ridge?

Yes, the driving distance between Bourke to Lightning Ridge is 291 km. It takes approximately 3h 17m to drive from Bourke to Lightning Ridge.

Where can I stay near Lightning Ridge?

There are eight+ hotels available in Lightning Ridge.

Bourke to Lightning Ridge - 3 ways to travel via car, plane, and bus

There are 3 ways to get from Bourke to Lightning Ridge by car, plane, 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.

Drive, fly
best
1. Drive from Bourke to Walgett Airport (WGE)car
2. Fly from Walgett Airport (WGE) to Lightning Ridge Airport (LHG)plane WGE - LHG
2h 57m
$102–469
Drive 291.2 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Bourke to Lightning Ridgecar 291.2 km
3h 17m
$55–80
Bus
1. Take the bus from Central Park, Oxley St to Dubbo Station, Coach Bay 2bus 512 / ...
2. Take the bus from Dubbo Station, Coach Bay 3 to Morilla St Opp Lightning Ridge Post Officebus 513
10h
$57–81

Bourke to Lightning Ridge by bus

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$57Cheapest Price

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Distance: 308.1 km
Duration: 2h 57m

What companies run services between Bourke, NSW, Australia and Lightning Ridge, NSW, Australia?

You can take a bus from Central Park, Oxley St to Morilla St Opp Lightning Ridge Post Office via Dubbo Station, Coach Bay 3 in around 10h.

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