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

The cheapest way to get from Lightning Ridge to Maitland is to bus via Dubbo which costs $75 - $120 and takes 15h 4m.

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

The fastest way to get from Lightning Ridge to Maitland is to drive which takes 7h 17m and costs $110 - $170.

Is there a direct bus between Lightning Ridge and Maitland?

No, there is no direct bus from Lightning Ridge to Maitland station. However, there are services departing from Morilla St Opp Lightning Ridge Post Office and arriving at Maitland Station, Station St via Dubbo Station, Coach Bay 4 and Tamworth Station, Coach Stop. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 15h 4m.

How far is it from Lightning Ridge to Maitland?

The distance between Lightning Ridge and Maitland is 988 km. The road distance is 612.8 km.

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

The best way to get from Lightning Ridge to Maitland without a car is to bus and train which takes 14h 58m and costs $75 - $250.

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

It takes approximately 14h 58m to get from Lightning Ridge to Maitland, including transfers.

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

Lightning Ridge to Maitland bus services, operated by NSW TrainLink, depart from Morilla St Opp Lightning Ridge Post Office station.

Where does the Lightning Ridge to Maitland bus arrive?

Lightning Ridge to Maitland bus services, operated by NSW TrainLink, arrive at Dubbo Station, Coach Bay 3.

Can I drive from Lightning Ridge to Maitland?

Yes, the driving distance between Lightning Ridge to Maitland is 613 km. It takes approximately 7h 17m to drive from Lightning Ridge to Maitland.

Where can I stay near Maitland?

There are 415+ hotels available in Maitland.

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

There are 4 ways to get from Lightning Ridge to Maitland by bus, train, or car

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Bus, train
best
1. Take the bus from Morilla St Opp Lightning Ridge Post Office to Dubbo Station, Coach Bay 3bus 582 / ...
2. Take the train from Dubbo Station to Strathfield Stationtrain 428
3. Take the train from Strathfield Station to Hamilton Stationtrain Ccn
14h 58m
$78–241
Bus via Dubbo
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Morilla St Opp Lightning Ridge Post Office to Dubbo Station, Coach Bay 3bus 582 / ...
2. Take the bus from Dubbo Station, Coach Bay 4 to Tamworth Station, Coach Stopbus 361
3. Take the bus from Tamworth Station, Coach Stop to Maitland Station, Station Stbus
15h 4m
$76–115
Drive 612.8 km
1. Drive from Lightning Ridge to Maitlandcar 612.8 km
7h 17m
$112–162
Bus
1. Take the bus from Lightning Ridge to Goondiwindibus
2. Take the bus from Goondiwindi to Moreebus
3. Take the bus from Moree Station, Coach Stop to Maitland Station, Station Stbus
17h 8m
$149–253

Lightning Ridge to Maitland by bus and train

13Weekly Services

14h 58mAverage Duration

$78Cheapest Price

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Distance: 988 km
Duration: 14h 58m

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

You can take a bus from Morilla St Opp Lightning Ridge Post Office to Maitland Station, Station St via Dubbo Station, Coach Bay 4 and Tamworth Station, Coach Stop in around 15h 4m.

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