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

The cheapest way to get from Lightning Ridge to Ballina is to drive which costs $120 - $190 and takes 8h 24m.

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

The fastest way to get from Lightning Ridge to Ballina is to drive which takes 8h 24m and costs $120 - $190.

Is there a direct bus between Lightning Ridge and Ballina?

No, there is no direct bus from Lightning Ridge to Ballina. However, there are services departing from Lightning Ridge and arriving at Ballina Bus Interchange, Tamar St via Brisbane Roma Street and Byron Bay Interchange, Stand A. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 16h 33m.

How far is it from Lightning Ridge to Ballina?

The distance between Lightning Ridge and Ballina is 984 km. The road distance is 706.5 km.

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

The best way to get from Lightning Ridge to Ballina without a car is to bus via Byron Bay Interchange, Stand A which takes 16h 33m and costs $210 - $310.

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

It takes approximately 16h 33m to get from Lightning Ridge to Ballina, including transfers.

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

Lightning Ridge to Ballina bus services, operated by Murrays Coaches, depart from Lightning Ridge station.

Where does the Lightning Ridge to Ballina bus arrive?

Lightning Ridge to Ballina bus services, operated by Murrays Coaches, arrive at Brisbane City station.

Can I drive from Lightning Ridge to Ballina?

Yes, the driving distance between Lightning Ridge to Ballina is 706 km. It takes approximately 8h 24m to drive from Lightning Ridge to Ballina.

Where can I stay near Ballina?

There are 568+ hotels available in Ballina.

Lightning Ridge to Ballina - 5 ways to travel via bus, car, and plane

There are 5 ways to get from Lightning Ridge to Ballina 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 via Byron Bay Interchange, Stand A
best
1. Take the bus from Lightning Ridge to Brisbane Citybus
2. Take the bus from Brisbane Roma Street to Byron Bay Bus Interchange Stationbus
16h 33m
$216–306
Drive 706.5 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Lightning Ridge to Ballinacar 706.5 km
8h 24m
$128–184
Bus, fly
1. Take the bus from Lightning Ridge to Goondiwindibus
2. Take the bus from Goondiwindi to Moreebus
3. Fly from Moree Airport (MRZ) to Ballina Byron Gateway Airport (BNK)plane MRZ - BNK
17h 6m
$239–718
Bus
1. Take the bus from Lightning Ridge to Brisbane Citybus
2. Take the bus from Brisbane to Ballinabus Pm11
17h 15m
$187–262
Bus via Goondiwindi
1. Take the bus from Lightning Ridge to Goondiwindibus
2. Take the bus from Goondiwindi to Brisbane Roma Streetbus
3. Take the bus from Brisbane Roma Street to Ballina CBD Tamar St Bus Interchangebus
17h 55m
$231–413

Lightning Ridge to Ballina by bus

2Weekly Buses

16h 33mAverage Duration

$216Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Lightning Ridge to Ballina.

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Distance: 983.7 km
Duration: 16h 33m

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

You can take a bus from Lightning Ridge to Ballina Bus Interchange, Tamar St via Brisbane City, Brisbane Roma Street, and Byron Bay Interchange, Stand A in around 16h 33m.

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