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

The cheapest way to get from Lightning Ridge to Lismore is to drive which costs $120 - $180 and takes 7h 56m.

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

The fastest way to get from Lightning Ridge to Lismore is to drive which takes 7h 56m and costs $120 - $180.

Is there a direct bus between Lightning Ridge and Lismore?

No, there is no direct bus from Lightning Ridge to Lismore. However, there are services departing from Lightning Ridge and arriving at Lismore Transit Centre, Molesworth St via Roma Street Station, Stand F. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 15h 35m.

How far is it from Lightning Ridge to Lismore?

The distance between Lightning Ridge and Lismore is 983 km. The road distance is 673.4 km.

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

The best way to get from Lightning Ridge to Lismore without a car is to bus which takes 15h 35m and costs $170 - $240.

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

It takes approximately 15h 35m to get from Lightning Ridge to Lismore, including transfers.

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

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

Where does the Lightning Ridge to Lismore bus arrive?

Lightning Ridge to Lismore bus services, operated by Murrays Coaches, arrive at Brisbane City station.

Can I drive from Lightning Ridge to Lismore?

Yes, the driving distance between Lightning Ridge to Lismore is 673 km. It takes approximately 7h 56m to drive from Lightning Ridge to Lismore.

Where can I stay near Lismore?

There are 81+ hotels available in Lismore.

Lightning Ridge to Lismore - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 4 ways to get from Lightning Ridge to Lismore 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 Brisbane Citybus
2. Take the bus from Roma Street Station, Stand F to Lismore Transit Centre, Molesworth Stbus 176
15h 35m
$170–233
Drive 673.4 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Lightning Ridge to Lismorecar 673.4 km
7h 56m
$123–177
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Lightning Ridge to Brisbane Citybus
2. Take the train from Roma Street Station to Casino Stationtrain 32
16h
$178–367
Bus via Goondiwindi
1. Take the bus from Lightning Ridge to Goondiwindibus
2. Take the bus from Goondiwindi to Brisbane Roma Streetbus
3. Take the bus from Brisbane Roma Street to Lismore Transit Centre, Molesworth Stbus
17h 7m
$236–423

Lightning Ridge to Lismore by bus

2Weekly Buses

15h 35mAverage Duration

$170Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Lightning Ridge to Lismore.

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Distance: 982.8 km
Duration: 15h 35m

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

You can take a bus from Lightning Ridge to Lismore Transit Centre, Molesworth St via Roma Street Station, Stand F in around 15h 35m.

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