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

The cheapest way to get from Quirindi to Lightning Ridge is to train and bus which costs $65 - $110 and takes 11h 44m.

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

The fastest way to get from Quirindi to Lightning Ridge is to drive which takes 4h 48m and costs $75 - $120.

How far is it from Quirindi to Lightning Ridge?

The distance between Quirindi and Lightning Ridge is 762 km. The road distance is 420.5 km.

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

The best way to get from Quirindi to Lightning Ridge without a car is to train and bus which takes 11h 44m and costs $65 - $110.

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

It takes approximately 11h 44m to get from Quirindi to Lightning Ridge, including transfers.

Can I drive from Quirindi to Lightning Ridge?

Yes, the driving distance between Quirindi to Lightning Ridge is 421 km. It takes approximately 4h 48m to drive from Quirindi to Lightning Ridge.

Where can I stay near Lightning Ridge?

There are eight+ hotels available in Lightning Ridge.

Quirindi to Lightning Ridge - 3 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 3 ways to get from Quirindi to Lightning Ridge by train, bus, or car

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Train, bus
best
1. Take the train from Quirindi Station to Tamworth Station223
2. Take the bus from Tamworth Station, Coach Stop to Dubbo Station, Coach Bay 4362
3. Take the bus from Dubbo Station, Coach Bay 3 to Morilla St Opp Lightning Ridge Post Office513
11h 44m
$69–103
Drive 420.5 km
1. Drive from Quirindi to Lightning Ridge420.5 km
4h 48m
$80–116
Train, bus via Goondiwindi
1. Take the train from Werris Creek Station to Moree Station243
2. Take the bus from Moree to Goondiwindi
3. Take the bus from Goondiwindi to Lightning Ridge
13h 21m
$149–268

Quirindi to Lightning Ridge by train and bus

4Weekly Services

11h 44mAverage Duration

$69Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Quirindi to Lightning Ridge.

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Distance: 762.2 km
Duration: 11h 44m

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

There is no direct connection from Quirindi to Lightning Ridge. However, you can take the train to Tamworth Station, walk to Tamworth Station, Coach Stop, take the bus to Dubbo Station, Coach Bay 4, then take the bus to Morilla St Opp Lightning Ridge Post Office. Alternatively, you can drive from Quirindi to Lightning Ridge in around 4h 48m.

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