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

The cheapest way to get from Lightning Ridge to Thornlands is to drive which costs $120 - $180 and takes 7h 44m.

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

The fastest way to get from Lightning Ridge to Thornlands is to drive which takes 7h 44m and costs $120 - $180.

Is there a direct bus between Lightning Ridge and Thornlands?

No, there is no direct bus from Lightning Ridge to Thornlands. However, there are services departing from Lightning Ridge and arriving at Cleveland Redland Bay Rd near Thornlands Rd via Roma Street busway, platform 2 and Carindale Shopping Centre station, platform J. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 13h 53m.

How far is it from Lightning Ridge to Thornlands?

The distance between Lightning Ridge and Thornlands is 820 km. The road distance is 663.1 km.

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

The best way to get from Lightning Ridge to Thornlands without a car is to bus which takes 13h 53m and costs $150 - $210.

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

It takes approximately 13h 53m to get from Lightning Ridge to Thornlands, including transfers.

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

Lightning Ridge to Thornlands bus services, operated by Murrays Coaches, depart from Lightning Ridge station.

Where does the Lightning Ridge to Thornlands bus arrive?

Lightning Ridge to Thornlands bus services, operated by Murrays Coaches, arrive at Brisbane City station.

What is the time difference between Lightning Ridge and Thornlands?

Thornlands is 1h behind Lightning Ridge. It is currently 1:11 AM in Lightning Ridge and 12:11 AM in Thornlands.

Can I drive from Lightning Ridge to Thornlands?

Yes, the driving distance between Lightning Ridge to Thornlands is 663 km. It takes approximately 7h 44m to drive from Lightning Ridge to Thornlands.

Where can I stay near Thornlands?

There are 239+ hotels available in Thornlands.

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

There are 5 ways to get from Lightning Ridge to Thornlands by bus, 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
best
1. Take the bus from Lightning Ridge to Brisbane Citybus
13h 53m
$154–209
Drive 663.1 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Lightning Ridge to Thornlandscar 663.1 km
7h 44m
$121–175
Bus to Dubbo City Regional Airport, fly to Brisbane 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 Brisbane Airport (BNE)plane DBO - BNE
11h 24m
$408–767
Bus via Goondiwindi
1. Take the bus from Lightning Ridge to Goondiwindibus
2. Take the bus from Goondiwindi to Brisbane Roma Streetbus Moore
14h 58m
$168–340
Bus to St. George Airport, fly to Toowoomba Wellcamp Airport, bus
1. Take the bus from Lightning Ridge to St Georgebus
2. Fly from St. George Airport (SGO) to Toowoomba Wellcamp Airport (WTB)plane SGO - WTB
3. Take the bus from Toowoomba to Brisbanebus
10h 48m
$257–537

Lightning Ridge to Thornlands by bus

2Weekly Buses

13h 53mAverage Duration

$154Cheapest Price

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Distance: 820.1 km
Duration: 13h 53m

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

Murrays Coaches operates a bus from Lightning Ridge to Brisbane City twice a week. Tickets cost $150–210 and the journey takes 12h.

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