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 $130 - $200 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 and fly which takes 8h 28m and costs $500 - $1,100.

How far is it from Lightning Ridge to Maroochydore?

The distance between Lightning Ridge and Maroochydore is 687 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 and train which takes 14h 47m and costs $150 - $550.

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

It takes approximately 8h 28m to get from Lightning Ridge to Maroochydore, including transfers.

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 1815+ hotels available in Maroochydore.

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

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

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Drive, fly
best
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 28m
$513–1,011
Drive 727.9 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Lightning Ridge to Maroochydorecar 727.9 km
8h 48m
$134–194
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Lightning Ridge to Brisbane Citybus
2. Take the train from Roma Street to Landsborough station, platform 1train Brna / ...
14h 47m
$154–518
Bus, train via Goondiwindi
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 20m
$158–330

Lightning Ridge to Maroochydore by bus and train

2Weekly Services

14h 47mAverage Duration

$154Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Lightning Ridge to Maroochydore.

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Distance: 687.3 km
Duration: 8h 28m

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

There is no direct connection from Lightning Ridge to Maroochydore. However, you can drive to Moree Airport (MRZ) airport, fly to Sunshine Coast Airport (MCY), walk to Sunshine Coast Airport, then take the line 622 bus to Maroochydore station, platform 1. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Lightning Ridge to Aerodrome Rd at Rose Street via Brisbane City, Roma Street, Landsborough station, platform 1, and Landsborough station, stop A in around 14h 47m.

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