What is the cheapest way to get from Lightning Ridge to Nelson Bay?

The cheapest way to get from Lightning Ridge to Nelson Bay is to bus and train which costs $70 - $110 and takes 17h 10m.

What is the fastest way to get from Lightning Ridge to Nelson Bay?

The fastest way to get from Lightning Ridge to Nelson Bay is to drive which takes 8h 4m and costs $120 - $180.

How far is it from Lightning Ridge to Nelson Bay?

The distance between Lightning Ridge and Nelson Bay is 1025 km. The road distance is 680.6 km.

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

The best way to get from Lightning Ridge to Nelson Bay without a car is to bus and train via Newcastle which takes 16h and costs $75 - $240.

How long does it take to get from Lightning Ridge to Nelson Bay?

It takes approximately 16h to get from Lightning Ridge to Nelson Bay, including transfers.

Can I drive from Lightning Ridge to Nelson Bay?

Yes, the driving distance between Lightning Ridge to Nelson Bay is 681 km. It takes approximately 8h 4m to drive from Lightning Ridge to Nelson Bay.

Where can I stay near Nelson Bay?

There are 1403+ hotels available in Nelson Bay.

Lightning Ridge to Nelson Bay - 3 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 3 ways to get from Lightning Ridge to Nelson Bay by bus, train, or car

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Bus, train via Newcastle
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
4. Take the bus from Maitland Rd Before Beaumont St to Donald St Before Stockton Stbus 130 / ...
16h
$76–239
Bus, train
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 1 to Strathfield Station, Everton Rd, Stand Dbus
3. Take the train from Strathfield Station to Newcastle Interchangetrain Ccn
4. Take the bus from Newcastle Interchange, Stand A to Donald St Before Stockton Stbus 130 / ...
17h 10m
$71–104
Drive 680.6 km
1. Drive from Lightning Ridge to Nelson Baycar 680.6 km
8h 4m
$125–180

Lightning Ridge to Nelson Bay by bus and train

13Weekly Services

16hAverage Duration

$76Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Lightning Ridge to Nelson Bay.

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Distance: 1,025.5 km
Duration: 16h

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

There is no direct connection from Lightning Ridge to Nelson Bay. However, you can take the bus to Dubbo Station, Coach Bay 3, walk to Dubbo Station, take the train to Strathfield Station, take the train to Hamilton Station, walk to Maitland Rd Before Beaumont St, then take the bus to Donald St Before Stockton St. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Morilla St Opp Lightning Ridge Post Office to Donald St Before Stockton St via Dubbo Station, Coach Bay 1, Strathfield Station, Everton Rd, Stand D, Strathfield Station, Newcastle Interchange, and Newcastle Interchange, Stand A in around 17h 10m.

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