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

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

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

The fastest way to get from Lightning Ridge to Bourke is to fly and drive which takes 2h 57m and costs $95 - $480.

Is there a direct bus between Lightning Ridge and Bourke?

No, there is no direct bus from Lightning Ridge to Bourke. However, there are services departing from Morilla St Opp Lightning Ridge Post Office and arriving at Central Park, Oxley St via Dubbo Station, Coach Bay 2. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 10h.

How far is it from Lightning Ridge to Bourke?

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Where does the Lightning Ridge to Bourke bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Lightning Ridge to Bourke?

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

Where can I stay near Bourke?

There are three+ hotels available in Bourke.

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

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

Fly, drive
best
1. Fly from Lightning Ridge Airport (LHG) to Walgett Airport (WGE)plane LHG - WGE
2. Drive from Walgett Airport (WGE) to Bourkecar
2h 57m
$98–471
Drive 291.2 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Lightning Ridge to Bourkecar 291.2 km
3h 17m
$55–80
Bus
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 2 to Central Park, Oxley Stbus 511 / ...
10h
$57–85

Lightning Ridge to Bourke by bus

9Weekly Buses

10hAverage Duration

$57Cheapest Price

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Distance: 308.1 km
Duration: 2h 57m

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

You can take a bus from Morilla St Opp Lightning Ridge Post Office to Central Park, Oxley St via Dubbo Station, Coach Bay 2 in around 10h.

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