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

The cheapest way to get from Lightning Ridge to Coolangatta is to drive which costs $120 - $190 and takes 8h 22m.

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

The fastest way to get from Lightning Ridge to Coolangatta is to drive and fly which takes 8h 13m and costs $430 - $850.

How far is it from Lightning Ridge to Coolangatta?

The distance between Lightning Ridge and Coolangatta is 617 km. The road distance is 698.8 km.

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

The best way to get from Lightning Ridge to Coolangatta without a car is to bus and train which takes 14h 48m and costs $150 - $210.

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

It takes approximately 8h 13m to get from Lightning Ridge to Coolangatta, including transfers.

What is the time difference between Lightning Ridge and Coolangatta?

Coolangatta is 1h behind Lightning Ridge. It is currently 7:50 PM in Lightning Ridge and 6:50 PM in Coolangatta.

Can I drive from Lightning Ridge to Coolangatta?

Yes, the driving distance between Lightning Ridge to Coolangatta is 699 km. It takes approximately 8h 22m to drive from Lightning Ridge to Coolangatta.

Where can I stay near Coolangatta?

There are 2804+ hotels available in Coolangatta.

Lightning Ridge to Coolangatta - 4 ways to travel via train, car, plane

There are 4 ways to get from Lightning Ridge to Coolangatta by car, plane, bus, 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.

Drive, fly
best
1. Drive from Lightning Ridge to Moree Airport (MRZ)car
2. Fly from Moree Airport (MRZ) to Gold Coast Airport (OOL)plane MRZ - OOL
8h 13m
$433–811
Drive 698.8 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Lightning Ridge to Coolangattacar 698.8 km
8h 22m
$129–186
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Lightning Ridge to Brisbane Citybus
2. Take the train from Roma Street to Varsity Lakes station, platform 2train Bdvl / ...
14h 48m
$154–209
Bus, train via Goondiwindi
1. Take the bus from Lightning Ridge to Goondiwindibus
2. Take the bus from Goondiwindi to Brisbane Roma Streetbus
3. Take the train from Roma Street to Varsity Lakes station, platform 2train
15h 55m
$168–340

Lightning Ridge to Coolangatta by bus and train

2Weekly Services

14h 48mAverage Duration

$154Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Lightning Ridge to Coolangatta.

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Distance: 616.7 km
Duration: 8h 13m

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

There is no direct connection from Lightning Ridge to Coolangatta. However, you can drive to Moree Airport (MRZ) airport, fly to Gold Coast Airport (OOL), walk to Gold Coast Airport, then take the line 760 bus to Wharf St at Tweed Mall. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Lightning Ridge to McLean St at Queen Elizabeth Park via Brisbane City, Roma Street, Varsity Lakes station, platform 2, and Varsity Lakes station in around 14h 48m.

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