What is the cheapest way to get from Lightning Ridge to Gold Coast?

The cheapest way to get from Lightning Ridge to Gold Coast is to drive which costs $120 - $180 and takes 8h 9m.

What is the fastest way to get from Lightning Ridge to Gold Coast?

The fastest way to get from Lightning Ridge to Gold Coast is to drive which takes 8h 9m and costs $120 - $180.

How far is it from Lightning Ridge to Gold Coast?

The distance between Lightning Ridge and Gold Coast is 865 km. The road distance is 678.6 km.

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

The best way to get from Lightning Ridge to Gold Coast without a car is to bus and train which takes 14h 2m and costs $150 - $210.

How long does it take to get from Lightning Ridge to Gold Coast?

It takes approximately 14h 2m to get from Lightning Ridge to Gold Coast, including transfers.

What is the time difference between Lightning Ridge and Gold Coast?

Gold Coast is 1h behind Lightning Ridge. It is currently 10:34 PM in Lightning Ridge and 9:34 PM in Gold Coast.

Can I drive from Lightning Ridge to Gold Coast?

Yes, the driving distance between Lightning Ridge to Gold Coast is 679 km. It takes approximately 8h 9m to drive from Lightning Ridge to Gold Coast.

Where can I stay near Gold Coast?

There are 2708+ hotels available in Gold Coast.

Lightning Ridge to Gold Coast - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

There are 4 ways to get from Lightning Ridge to Gold Coast by bus, train, 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, train
best
1. Take the bus from Lightning Ridge to Brisbane Citybus
2. Take the train from Roma Street to Helensvale station, platform 1train Bdvl / ...
14h 2m
$154–209
Drive 678.6 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Lightning Ridge to Gold Coastcar 678.6 km
8h 9m
$125–181
Drive, fly
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 33m
$434–812
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 Helensvale station, platform 1train
15h 7m
$168–340

Lightning Ridge to Gold Coast by bus, train, and tram

2Weekly Services

14h 2mAverage Duration

$154Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Lightning Ridge to Gold Coast.

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Distance: 865.2 km
Duration: 14h 2m

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

There is no direct connection from Lightning Ridge to Gold Coast. However, you can take the bus to Brisbane City, walk to Roma Street, take the train to Helensvale station, platform 1, walk to Helensvale station, platform 4, then take the vehicle to Cypress Avenue station, platform 2. Alternatively, you can drive from Lightning Ridge to Gold Coast in around 8h 9m.

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