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

The cheapest way to get from Lightning Ridge to Maroochydore is to drive which costs $120 - $190 and takes 8h 48m.

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

The fastest way to get from Lightning Ridge to Maroochydore is to drive which takes 8h 48m and costs $120 - $190.

Is there a direct bus between Lightning Ridge and Maroochydore?

No, there is no direct bus from Lightning Ridge to Maroochydore. However, there are services departing from Lightning Ridge and arriving at Maroochydore Sixth Avenue via Brisbane Roma Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 14h 30m.

How far is it from Lightning Ridge to Maroochydore?

The distance between Lightning Ridge and Maroochydore is 885 km. The road distance is 727.9 km.

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

The best way to get from Lightning Ridge to Maroochydore without a car is to bus which takes 14h 30m and costs $170 - $250.

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

It takes approximately 14h 30m to get from Lightning Ridge to Maroochydore, including transfers.

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

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

Where does the Lightning Ridge to Maroochydore bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Lightning Ridge to Maroochydore?

Yes, the driving distance between Lightning Ridge to Maroochydore is 728 km. It takes approximately 8h 48m to drive from Lightning Ridge to Maroochydore.

Where can I stay near Maroochydore?

There are 1843+ hotels available in Maroochydore.

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

There are 4 ways to get from Lightning Ridge to Maroochydore by bus, car, plane, 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 Brisbane Roma Street to Maroochydore Sixth Avenuebus Pm16
14h 30m
$175–242
Drive 727.9 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Lightning Ridge to Maroochydorecar 727.9 km
8h 48m
$130–187
Drive, fly
1. Drive from Lightning Ridge to Moree Airport (MRZ)car
2. Fly from Moree Airport (MRZ) to Sunshine Coast Airport (MCY)plane MRZ - MCY
8h 55m
$521–959
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Lightning Ridge to Goondiwindibus
2. Take the bus from Goondiwindi to Dinmorebus
3. Take the train from Dinmore station, platform 2 to Landsborough station, platform 1train
16h 59m
$158–330

Lightning Ridge to Maroochydore by bus

2Weekly Buses

14h 30mAverage Duration

$175Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Lightning Ridge to Maroochydore.

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Distance: 884.7 km
Duration: 14h 30m

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

You can take a bus from Lightning Ridge to Maroochydore Sixth Avenue via Brisbane City and Brisbane Roma Street in around 14h 30m.

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