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

The cheapest way to get from Lightning Ridge to Sydney is to bus which costs $55 - $85 and takes 12h 40m.

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

The fastest way to get from Lightning Ridge to Sydney is to drive and fly which takes 7h 17m and costs $420 - $850.

Is there a direct bus between Lightning Ridge and Sydney?

No, there is no direct bus from Lightning Ridge to Sydney station. However, there are services departing from Morilla St Opp Lightning Ridge Post Office and arriving at Central Station, Forecourt, Coach Bay 1 via Dubbo Station, Coach Bay 1. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 12h 40m.

How far is it from Lightning Ridge to Sydney?

The distance between Lightning Ridge and Sydney is 819 km. The road distance is 707.5 km.

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

The best way to get from Lightning Ridge to Sydney without a car is to bus and train which takes 12h 3m and costs $60 - $230.

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

It takes approximately 12h 3m to get from Lightning Ridge to Sydney, including transfers.

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

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

Where does the Lightning Ridge to Sydney bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Lightning Ridge to Sydney?

Yes, the driving distance between Lightning Ridge to Sydney is 708 km. It takes approximately 8h 29m to drive from Lightning Ridge to Sydney.

Where can I stay near Sydney?

There are 4696+ hotels available in Sydney.

Lightning Ridge to Sydney - 6 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

There are 6 ways to get from Lightning Ridge to Sydney by bus, train, car, 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 Central Stationtrain 428
12h 3m
$63–230
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 Central Station, Forecourt, Coach Bay 1bus 2802
12h 40m
$58–85
Drive 707.5 km
1. Drive from Lightning Ridge to Sydneycar 707.5 km
8h 29m
$130–187
Bus to Dubbo City Regional Airport, fly
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
8h 37m
$206–453
Drive to Cobar Airport, fly
1. Drive from Lightning Ridge to Cobar Airport (CAZ)car
2. Fly from Cobar Airport (CAZ) to Sydney International Airport (SYD)plane CAZ - SYD
7h 17m
$424–833
Bus, bus to Moree Airport, fly
1. Take the bus from Lightning Ridge to Goondiwindibus
2. Take the bus from Goondiwindi to Moreebus
3. Fly from Moree Airport (MRZ) to Sydney International Airport (SYD)plane MRZ - SYD
11h 49m
$325–707

Lightning Ridge to Sydney by bus and train

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12h 3mAverage Duration

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Distance: 819.1 km
Duration: 12h 3m

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

You can take a bus from Morilla St Opp Lightning Ridge Post Office to Central Station, Forecourt, Coach Bay 1 via Dubbo Station, Coach Bay 1 in around 12h 40m.

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