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

The cheapest way to get from Lightning Ridge to Mackay is to drive which costs $220 - $320 and takes 13h 14m.

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

The fastest way to get from Lightning Ridge to Mackay is to bus and fly which takes 10h 16m and costs $280 - $900.

Is there a direct bus between Lightning Ridge and Mackay?

No, there is no direct bus from Lightning Ridge to Mackay. However, there are services departing from Lightning Ridge and arriving at Mackay via Brisbane. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 29h 15m.

How far is it from Lightning Ridge to Mackay?

The distance between Lightning Ridge and Mackay is 1593 km. The road distance is 1168.8 km.

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

The best way to get from Lightning Ridge to Mackay without a car is to bus and train which takes 26h 23m and costs $190 - $3,900.

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

It takes approximately 10h 16m to get from Lightning Ridge to Mackay, including transfers.

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

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

Where does the Lightning Ridge to Mackay bus arrive?

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

What is the time difference between Lightning Ridge and Mackay?

Mackay is 1h behind Lightning Ridge. It is currently 11:42 PM in Lightning Ridge and 10:42 PM in Mackay.

Can I drive from Lightning Ridge to Mackay?

Yes, the driving distance between Lightning Ridge to Mackay is 1169 km. It takes approximately 13h 14m to drive from Lightning Ridge to Mackay.

Where can I stay near Mackay?

There are 86+ hotels available in Mackay.

Lightning Ridge to Mackay - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, plane, and car

There are 5 ways to get from Lightning Ridge to Mackay by bus, plane, train, bus (Greyhound), or car

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Bus, fly
best
1. Take the bus from Morilla St Opp Lightning Ridge Post Office to Dubbo Station, Coach Bay 3
2. Fly from Dubbo City Regional Airport (DBO) to Mackay (MKY)DBO - MKY
10h 16m
$288–864
Bus, train
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Lightning Ridge to Brisbane City
2. Take the train from Roma Street to MackaySpirit of Queensland
26h 23m
$197–3,807
Bus
1. Take the bus from Lightning Ridge to Brisbane City
2. Take the bus from Brisbane to MackayTownsville / ...
29h 15m
$302–557
Drive 1,168.8 km
1. Drive from Lightning Ridge to Mackay1,168.8 km
13h 14m
$222–320
Bus via Goondiwindi
1. Take the bus from Lightning Ridge to Goondiwindi
2. Take the bus from Goondiwindi to Brisbane Roma Street
3. Take the bus from Brisbane Roma Street to Mackay
31h 25m
$296–528

Lightning Ridge to Mackay by bus and train

2Weekly Services

26h 23mAverage Duration

$197Cheapest Price

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Distance: 1,593 km
Duration: 10h 16m

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

You can take a bus from Lightning Ridge to Mackay via Brisbane in around 29h 15m.

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