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

The cheapest way to get from Parkes to Lightning Ridge is to bus which costs $40 - $60 and takes 6h 59m.

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

The fastest way to get from Parkes to Lightning Ridge is to drive which takes 5h 5m and costs $85 - $130.

Is there a direct bus between Parkes and Lightning Ridge?

No, there is no direct bus from Parkes station to Lightning Ridge. However, there are services departing from Parkes Station, Coach Stop and arriving at Morilla St Opp Lightning Ridge Post Office via Dubbo Station, Coach Bay 3. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 59m.

How far is it from Parkes to Lightning Ridge?

The distance between Parkes and Lightning Ridge is 478 km. The road distance is 466.6 km.

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

The best way to get from Parkes to Lightning Ridge without a car is to bus which takes 6h 59m and costs $40 - $60.

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

It takes approximately 6h 59m to get from Parkes to Lightning Ridge, including transfers.

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

Parkes to Lightning Ridge bus services, operated by NSW TrainLink, depart from Parkes Station, Coach Stop.

Where does the Parkes to Lightning Ridge bus arrive?

Parkes to Lightning Ridge bus services, operated by NSW TrainLink, arrive at Dubbo Station, Coach Bay 1.

Can I drive from Parkes to Lightning Ridge?

Yes, the driving distance between Parkes to Lightning Ridge is 467 km. It takes approximately 5h 5m to drive from Parkes to Lightning Ridge.

Where can I stay near Lightning Ridge?

There are eight+ hotels available in Lightning Ridge.

Parkes to Lightning Ridge - 2 ways to travel via bus, and car

There are 2 ways to get from Parkes to Lightning Ridge by bus or car

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Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Parkes Station, Coach Stop to Dubbo Station, Coach Bay 1791
2. Take the bus from Dubbo Station, Coach Bay 3 to Morilla St Opp Lightning Ridge Post Office513
6h 59m
$41–58
Drive 466.6 km
1. Drive from Parkes to Lightning Ridge466.6 km
5h 5m
$89–128

Parkes to Lightning Ridge by bus

6Weekly Buses

6h 59mAverage Duration

$41Cheapest Price

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Distance: 478.3 km
Duration: 6h 59m

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

You can take a bus from Parkes Station, Coach Stop to Morilla St Opp Lightning Ridge Post Office via Dubbo Station, Coach Bay 3 in around 6h 59m.

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