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

The cheapest way to get from Coonamble to Lightning Ridge is to bus which costs $17 - $25 and takes 2h 5m.

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

The fastest way to get from Coonamble to Lightning Ridge is to drive and fly which takes 1h 45m and costs $80 - $420.

Is there a direct bus between Coonamble and Lightning Ridge?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Castlereagh St Opp Namoi St and arriving at Morilla St Opp Lightning Ridge Post Office. Services depart twice daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 2h 5m.

How far is it from Coonamble to Lightning Ridge?

The distance between Coonamble and Lightning Ridge is 194 km. The road distance is 193.3 km.

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

The best way to get from Coonamble to Lightning Ridge without a car is to bus which takes 2h 5m and costs $17 - $25.

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

The bus from Castlereagh St Opp Namoi St to Morilla St Opp Lightning Ridge Post Office takes 2h 5m including transfers and departs twice daily.

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

Coonamble to Lightning Ridge bus services, operated by NSW TrainLink, depart from Castlereagh St Opp Namoi St station.

Where does the Coonamble to Lightning Ridge bus arrive?

Coonamble to Lightning Ridge bus services, operated by NSW TrainLink, arrive at Morilla St Opp Lightning Ridge Post Office station.

Can I drive from Coonamble to Lightning Ridge?

Yes, the driving distance between Coonamble to Lightning Ridge is 193 km. It takes approximately 2h 1m to drive from Coonamble to Lightning Ridge.

Where can I stay near Lightning Ridge?

There are eight+ hotels available in Lightning Ridge.

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

There are 3 ways to get from Coonamble to Lightning Ridge by bus, car, or plane

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 Castlereagh St Opp Namoi St to Morilla St Opp Lightning Ridge Post Office513
2h 5m
$17–25
Drive 193.3 km
1. Drive from Coonamble to Lightning Ridge193.3 km
2h 1m
$37–54
Drive, fly
1. Drive from Coonamble to Walgett Airport (WGE)
2. Fly from Walgett Airport (WGE) to Lightning Ridge Airport (LHG)WGE - LHG
1h 45m
$80–418

Coonamble to Lightning Ridge by bus

14Weekly Buses

2h 5mAverage Duration

$17Cheapest Price

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Distance: 193.9 km
Duration: 2h 5m

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

NSW TrainLink operates a bus from Castlereagh St Opp Namoi St to Morilla St Opp Lightning Ridge Post Office twice daily. Tickets cost $17–25 and the journey takes 2h 5m.

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