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

The cheapest way to get from Lightning Ridge to Yamba is to drive which costs $120 - $180 and takes 7h 33m.

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

The fastest way to get from Lightning Ridge to Yamba is to drive which takes 7h 33m and costs $120 - $180.

Is there a direct bus between Lightning Ridge and Yamba?

No, there is no direct bus from Lightning Ridge to Yamba. However, there are services departing from Lightning Ridge and arriving at Yamba YHA via Roma Street busway, platform 2 and Brisbane. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 18h 57m.

How far is it from Lightning Ridge to Yamba?

The distance between Lightning Ridge and Yamba is 1140 km. The road distance is 648.7 km.

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

The best way to get from Lightning Ridge to Yamba without a car is to bus and train which takes 18h 35m and costs $180 - $380.

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

It takes approximately 18h 35m to get from Lightning Ridge to Yamba, including transfers.

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

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

Where does the Lightning Ridge to Yamba bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Lightning Ridge to Yamba?

Yes, the driving distance between Lightning Ridge to Yamba is 649 km. It takes approximately 7h 33m to drive from Lightning Ridge to Yamba.

Where can I stay near Yamba?

There are 591+ hotels available in Yamba.

Lightning Ridge to Yamba - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 4 ways to get from Lightning Ridge to Yamba by bus, train, car, or bus (Greyhound)

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 Lightning Ridge to Brisbane Citybus
2. Take the train from Roma Street Station to Grafton Stationtrain 32
3. Take the bus from Bligh St At Charles Lane to Claude St At Wooli Stbus 380
18h 35m
$184–376
Drive 648.7 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Lightning Ridge to Yambacar 648.7 km
7h 33m
$123–178
Bus
1. Take the bus from Lightning Ridge to Brisbane Citybus
2. Take the bus from Brisbane to Yamba YHAbus Sydney
18h 57m
$203–308
Bus via Goondiwindi
1. Take the bus from Lightning Ridge to Goondiwindibus
2. Take the bus from Goondiwindi to Brisbane Roma Streetbus
3. Take the bus from Brisbane to MacLeanbus
22h 18m
$219–413

Lightning Ridge to Yamba by bus, train, and foot

2Weekly Services

18h 35mAverage Duration

$184Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

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Distance: 1,139.7 km
Duration: 18h 35m

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

You can take a bus from Lightning Ridge to Yamba YHA via Brisbane City, Roma Street busway, platform 2, and Brisbane in around 18h 57m.

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