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

The cheapest way to get from Lightning Ridge to Penrith is to bus which costs $55 - $80 and takes 11h 40m.

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

The fastest way to get from Lightning Ridge to Penrith is to drive which takes 7h 51m and costs $120 - $180.

Is there a direct bus between Lightning Ridge and Penrith?

No, there is no direct bus from Lightning Ridge to Penrith station. However, there are services departing from Morilla St Opp Lightning Ridge Post Office and arriving at Penrith Station, Stand D via Dubbo Station, Coach Bay 1. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 11h 40m.

How far is it from Lightning Ridge to Penrith?

The distance between Lightning Ridge and Penrith is 764 km. The road distance is 654.3 km.

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

The best way to get from Lightning Ridge to Penrith without a car is to bus and train which takes 11h 11m and costs $55 - $220.

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

It takes approximately 11h 11m to get from Lightning Ridge to Penrith, including transfers.

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

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

Where does the Lightning Ridge to Penrith bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Lightning Ridge to Penrith?

Yes, the driving distance between Lightning Ridge to Penrith is 654 km. It takes approximately 7h 51m to drive from Lightning Ridge to Penrith.

Where can I stay near Penrith?

There are 286+ hotels available in Penrith.

Lightning Ridge to Penrith - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

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

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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 Penrith Stationtrain 428
11h 11m
$58–220
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 Penrith Station, Stand Dbus 2802
11h 40m
$55–80
Drive 654.3 km
1. Drive from Lightning Ridge to Penrithcar 654.3 km
7h 51m
$120–174
Bus to Dubbo City Regional Airport, fly, train
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 Sydney International Airport (SYD)plane DBO - SYD
3. Take the train from Central Station to Penrith Stationtrain
7h 54m
$232–487
Drive to Cobar Airport, fly, train
1. Drive from Lightning Ridge to Cobar Airport (CAZ)car
2. Fly from Cobar Airport (CAZ) to Sydney International Airport (SYD)plane CAZ - SYD
3. Take the train from Central Station to Penrith Stationtrain
8h 10m
$431–844

Lightning Ridge to Penrith by bus and train

13Weekly Services

11h 11mAverage Duration

$58Cheapest Price

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Distance: 764.1 km
Duration: 11h 11m

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

You can take a bus from Morilla St Opp Lightning Ridge Post Office to Penrith Station, Stand D via Dubbo Station, Coach Bay 1 in around 11h 40m.

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