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

The cheapest way to get from Lightning Ridge to Bathurst is to bus which costs $45 - $70 and takes 8h 25m.

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

The fastest way to get from Lightning Ridge to Bathurst is to drive which takes 6h 12m and costs $100 - $150.

Is there a direct bus between Lightning Ridge and Bathurst?

No, there is no direct bus from Lightning Ridge to Bathurst station. However, there are services departing from Morilla St Opp Lightning Ridge Post Office and arriving at Bathurst Station, Coach Stop via Dubbo Station, Coach Bay 1. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 25m.

How far is it from Lightning Ridge to Bathurst?

The distance between Lightning Ridge and Bathurst is 579 km. The road distance is 550.4 km.

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

The best way to get from Lightning Ridge to Bathurst without a car is to bus and train which takes 8h 21m and costs $50 - $200.

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

It takes approximately 8h 21m to get from Lightning Ridge to Bathurst, including transfers.

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

Lightning Ridge to Bathurst bus services, operated by NSW TrainLink, depart from Morilla St Opp Lightning Ridge Post Office station.

Where does the Lightning Ridge to Bathurst bus arrive?

Lightning Ridge to Bathurst bus services, operated by NSW TrainLink, arrive at Dubbo Station, Coach Bay 3.

Can I drive from Lightning Ridge to Bathurst?

Yes, the driving distance between Lightning Ridge to Bathurst is 550 km. It takes approximately 6h 12m to drive from Lightning Ridge to Bathurst.

Where can I stay near Bathurst?

There are 116+ hotels available in Bathurst.

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

There are 5 ways to get from Lightning Ridge to Bathurst by bus, train, car, or plane

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Bus, train
best
1. Take the bus from Morilla St Opp Lightning Ridge Post Office to Dubbo Station, Coach Bay 3bus 582 / ...
2. Take the train from Dubbo Station to Bathurst Stationtrain 428
8h 21m
$50–200
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Morilla St Opp Lightning Ridge Post Office to Dubbo Station, Coach Bay 3bus 582 / ...
2. Take the bus from Dubbo Station, Coach Bay 1 to Bathurst Station, Coach Stopbus 570 / ...
8h 25m
$46–66
Drive 550.4 km
1. Drive from Lightning Ridge to Bathurstcar 550.4 km
6h 12m
$102–147
Drive, fly to Sydney International Airport, train
1. Drive from Lightning Ridge to Moree Airport (MRZ)car
2. Fly from Moree Airport (MRZ) to Sydney International Airport (SYD)plane MRZ - SYD
3. Take the train from Central Station to Bathurst Stationtrain
8h 58m
$312–843
Drive, fly to Orange Airport, bus
1. Drive from Lightning Ridge to Moree Airport (MRZ)car
2. Fly from Moree Airport (MRZ) to Orange Airport (OAG)plane MRZ - OAG
3. Take the bus from 4612 Mitchell Hwy to Bathurst City, Howick St, Stand Abus
12h 45m
$441–1,322

Lightning Ridge to Bathurst by bus and train

14Weekly Services

8h 21mAverage Duration

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Distance: 579.5 km
Duration: 8h 21m

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

You can take a bus from Morilla St Opp Lightning Ridge Post Office to Bathurst Station, Coach Stop via Dubbo Station, Coach Bay 1 in around 8h 25m.

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