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

The cheapest way to get from Lightning Ridge to Scone is to bus and train which costs $70 - $120 and takes 12h 42m.

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

The fastest way to get from Lightning Ridge to Scone is to drive which takes 5h 43m and costs $90 - $140.

How far is it from Lightning Ridge to Scone?

The distance between Lightning Ridge and Scone is 840 km. The road distance is 493.4 km.

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

The best way to get from Lightning Ridge to Scone without a car is to bus and train which takes 12h 42m and costs $70 - $120.

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

It takes approximately 12h 42m to get from Lightning Ridge to Scone, including transfers.

Can I drive from Lightning Ridge to Scone?

Yes, the driving distance between Lightning Ridge to Scone is 493 km. It takes approximately 5h 43m to drive from Lightning Ridge to Scone.

Where can I stay near Scone?

There are 25+ hotels available in Scone.

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

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

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 bus from Dubbo Station, Coach Bay 4 to Tamworth Station, Coach Stopbus 361
3. Take the train from Tamworth Station to Scone Stationtrain 224
12h 42m
$73–115
Bus, train via Greenacre
1. Take the bus from Morilla St Opp Lightning Ridge Post Office to Castlereagh St Opp Namoi Stbus 582 / ...
2. Take the bus from Castlereagh St Opp Namoi St to Dubbo Station, Coach Bay 3bus 582 / ...
3. Take the train from Dubbo Station to Strathfield Stationtrain 428
4. Take the train from Strathfield Station to Scone Stationtrain 223
17h 7m
$96–282
Drive 493.4 km
1. Drive from Lightning Ridge to Sconecar 493.4 km
5h 43m
$91–131

Lightning Ridge to Scone by bus and train

4Weekly Services

12h 42mAverage Duration

$73Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Lightning Ridge to Scone.

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Distance: 840.3 km
Duration: 12h 42m

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

There is no direct connection from Lightning Ridge to Scone. However, you can take the bus to Dubbo Station, Coach Bay 3, take the bus to Tamworth Station, Coach Stop, walk to Tamworth Station, then take the train to Scone Station. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Morilla St Opp Lightning Ridge Post Office to Scone Station via Castlereagh St Opp Namoi St, Dubbo Station, Coach Bay 3, Dubbo Station, and Strathfield Station in around 17h 7m.

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