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

The cheapest way to get from Nyngan to Lightning Ridge is to bus which costs $40 - $65 and takes 7h 30m.

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

The fastest way to get from Nyngan to Lightning Ridge is to drive and fly which takes 3h 10m and costs $100 - $470.

Is there a direct bus between Nyngan and Lightning Ridge?

No, there is no direct bus from Nyngan to Lightning Ridge. However, there are services departing from Big RAAF Helicopter, Rawson Pl and arriving at Morilla St Opp Lightning Ridge Post Office via Dubbo Station, Coach Bay 3. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 30m.

How far is it from Nyngan to Lightning Ridge?

The distance between Nyngan and Lightning Ridge is 308 km. The road distance is 308.5 km.

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

The best way to get from Nyngan to Lightning Ridge without a car is to bus which takes 7h 30m and costs $40 - $65.

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

It takes approximately 3h 10m to get from Nyngan to Lightning Ridge, including transfers.

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

Nyngan to Lightning Ridge bus services, operated by NSW TrainLink, depart from Big RAAF Helicopter, Rawson Pl station.

Where does the Nyngan to Lightning Ridge bus arrive?

Nyngan to Lightning Ridge bus services, operated by NSW TrainLink, arrive at Dubbo Station, Coach Bay 2.

Can I drive from Nyngan to Lightning Ridge?

Yes, the driving distance between Nyngan to Lightning Ridge is 309 km. It takes approximately 3h 25m to drive from Nyngan to Lightning Ridge.

Where can I stay near Lightning Ridge?

There are eight+ hotels available in Lightning Ridge.

Nyngan to Lightning Ridge - 3 ways to travel via car, plane, and bus

There are 3 ways to get from Nyngan to Lightning Ridge by car, plane, or bus

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Drive, fly
best
1. Drive from Nyngan to Walgett Airport (WGE)car
2. Fly from Walgett Airport (WGE) to Lightning Ridge Airport (LHG)plane WGE - LHG
3h 10m
$102–469
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Big RAAF Helicopter, Rawson Pl to Dubbo Station, Coach Bay 2bus 512 / ...
2. Take the bus from Dubbo Station, Coach Bay 3 to Morilla St Opp Lightning Ridge Post Officebus 513
7h 30m
$44–62
Drive 308.5 km
1. Drive from Nyngan to Lightning Ridgecar 308.5 km
3h 25m
$59–85

Nyngan to Lightning Ridge by bus

14Weekly Buses

7h 30mAverage Duration

$44Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Nyngan to Lightning Ridge.

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Distance: 308.3 km
Duration: 3h 10m

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

You can take a bus from Big RAAF Helicopter, Rawson Pl to Morilla St Opp Lightning Ridge Post Office via Dubbo Station, Coach Bay 3 in around 7h 30m.

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