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

The cheapest way to get from Lightning Ridge to Chinchilla is to drive which costs $90 - $140 and takes 6h 5m.

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

The fastest way to get from Lightning Ridge to Chinchilla is to drive which takes 6h 5m and costs $90 - $140.

Is there a direct bus between Lightning Ridge and Chinchilla?

No, there is no direct bus from Lightning Ridge to Chinchilla. However, there are services departing from Lightning Ridge and arriving at Chinchilla via St George and Dalby. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 11h 5m.

How far is it from Lightning Ridge to Chinchilla?

The distance between Lightning Ridge and Chinchilla is 663 km. The road distance is 486.1 km.

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

The best way to get from Lightning Ridge to Chinchilla without a car is to bus which takes 11h 5m and costs $130 - $200.

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

It takes approximately 11h 5m to get from Lightning Ridge to Chinchilla, including transfers.

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

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

Where does the Lightning Ridge to Chinchilla bus arrive?

Lightning Ridge to Chinchilla bus services, operated by Murrays Coaches, arrive at St George station.

What is the time difference between Lightning Ridge and Chinchilla?

Chinchilla is 1h behind Lightning Ridge. It is currently 2:57 PM in Lightning Ridge and 1:57 PM in Chinchilla.

Can I drive from Lightning Ridge to Chinchilla?

Yes, the driving distance between Lightning Ridge to Chinchilla is 486 km. It takes approximately 6h 5m to drive from Lightning Ridge to Chinchilla.

Where can I stay near Chinchilla?

There are 14+ hotels available in Chinchilla.

Lightning Ridge to Chinchilla - 3 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 3 ways to get from Lightning Ridge to Chinchilla by bus, car, or train

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 Lightning Ridge to St George
2. Take the bus from St George to Dalby
3. Take the bus from Dalby to Chinchilla
11h 5m
$137–192
Drive 486.1 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Lightning Ridge to Chinchilla486.1 km
6h 5m
$93–133
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Lightning Ridge to Toowoomba
2. Take the train from Toowoomba to ChinchillaWestlander
14h 18m
$137–825

Lightning Ridge to Chinchilla by bus

2Weekly Buses

11h 5mAverage Duration

$137Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Lightning Ridge to Chinchilla.

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Distance: 662.6 km
Duration: 11h 5m

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

You can take a bus from Lightning Ridge to Chinchilla via St George and Dalby in around 11h 5m.

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