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

The cheapest way to get from Forbes to Lightning Ridge is to bus which costs $40 - $65 and takes 7h 23m.

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

The fastest way to get from Forbes to Lightning Ridge is to drive which takes 5h 26m and costs $95 - $150.

Is there a direct bus between Forbes and Lightning Ridge?

No, there is no direct bus from Forbes station to Lightning Ridge. However, there are services departing from Forbes Station, Coach Stop and arriving at Morilla St Opp Lightning Ridge Post Office via Dubbo Station, Coach Bay 3. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 23m.

How far is it from Forbes to Lightning Ridge?

The distance between Forbes and Lightning Ridge is 510 km. The road distance is 498.8 km.

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

The best way to get from Forbes to Lightning Ridge without a car is to bus which takes 7h 23m and costs $40 - $65.

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

It takes approximately 7h 23m to get from Forbes to Lightning Ridge, including transfers.

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

Forbes to Lightning Ridge bus services, operated by NSW TrainLink, depart from Forbes Station, Coach Stop.

Where does the Forbes to Lightning Ridge bus arrive?

Forbes to Lightning Ridge bus services, operated by NSW TrainLink, arrive at Dubbo Station, Coach Bay 1.

Can I drive from Forbes to Lightning Ridge?

Yes, the driving distance between Forbes to Lightning Ridge is 499 km. It takes approximately 5h 26m to drive from Forbes to Lightning Ridge.

Where can I stay near Lightning Ridge?

There are eight+ hotels available in Lightning Ridge.

Forbes to Lightning Ridge - 2 ways to travel via bus, and car

There are 2 ways to get from Forbes to Lightning Ridge by bus or car

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Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Forbes Station, Coach Stop to Dubbo Station, Coach Bay 1791
2. Take the bus from Dubbo Station, Coach Bay 3 to Morilla St Opp Lightning Ridge Post Office513
7h 23m
$43–61
Drive 498.8 km
1. Drive from Forbes to Lightning Ridge498.8 km
5h 26m
$99–142

Forbes to Lightning Ridge by bus

6Weekly Buses

7h 23mAverage Duration

$43Cheapest Price

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Distance: 510.5 km
Duration: 7h 23m

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

You can take a bus from Forbes Station, Coach Stop to Morilla St Opp Lightning Ridge Post Office via Dubbo Station, Coach Bay 3 in around 7h 23m.

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