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

The cheapest way to get from Lightning Ridge to Orange is to bus which costs $40 - $65 and takes 7h 40m.

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

The fastest way to get from Lightning Ridge to Orange is to taxi and fly and train which takes 4h 38m and costs $310 - $1,100.

Is there a direct bus between Lightning Ridge and Orange?

No, there is no direct bus from Lightning Ridge to Orange station. However, there are services departing from Morilla St Opp Lightning Ridge Post Office and arriving at Orange Station, Coach Bay 1 via Dubbo Station, Coach Bay 1. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 40m.

How far is it from Lightning Ridge to Orange?

The distance between Lightning Ridge and Orange is 497 km. The road distance is 496.8 km.

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

The best way to get from Lightning Ridge to Orange without a car is to bus and train which takes 7h 10m and costs $45 - $180.

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

It takes approximately 7h 10m to get from Lightning Ridge to Orange, including transfers.

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

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

Where does the Lightning Ridge to Orange bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Lightning Ridge to Orange?

Yes, the driving distance between Lightning Ridge to Orange is 497 km. It takes approximately 5h 34m to drive from Lightning Ridge to Orange.

Where can I stay near Orange?

There are 247+ hotels available in Orange.

Lightning Ridge to Orange - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and taxi

There are 5 ways to get from Lightning Ridge to Orange by bus, train, car, taxi, or plane

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

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 Orange Stationtrain 428
7h 10m
$45–180
Bus
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 Orange Station, Coach Bay 1bus 570 / ...
7h 40m
$42–61
Drive 496.8 km
1. Drive from Lightning Ridge to Orangecar 496.8 km
5h 34m
$95–137
Taxi to Walgett Airport, fly, train
1. Take the taxi from Lightning Ridge to Walgett Airport (WGE)taxi
2. Fly from Walgett Airport (WGE) to Dubbo City Regional Airport (DBO)plane WGE - DBO
3. Take the train from Dubbo Station to Orange Stationtrain
4h 38m
$315–1,005
Bus, fly to Orange Airport
1. Take the bus from Morilla St Opp Lightning Ridge Post Office to Dubbo Station, Coach Bay 3bus
2. Fly from Dubbo City Regional Airport (DBO) to Orange Airport (OAG)plane DBO - OAG
6h 18m
$453–579

Lightning Ridge to Orange by bus and train

13Weekly Services

7h 10mAverage Duration

$45Cheapest Price

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Distance: 497.2 km
Duration: 7h 10m

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

You can take a bus from Morilla St Opp Lightning Ridge Post Office to Orange Station, Coach Bay 1 via Dubbo Station, Coach Bay 1 in around 7h 40m.

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