What is the cheapest way to get from Swan Hill to Lightning Ridge?

The cheapest way to get from Swan Hill to Lightning Ridge is to bus and train which costs $80 - $270 and takes 19h 35m.

What is the fastest way to get from Swan Hill to Lightning Ridge?

The fastest way to get from Swan Hill to Lightning Ridge is to drive which takes 10h 46m and costs $170 - $250.

How far is it from Swan Hill to Lightning Ridge?

The distance between Swan Hill and Lightning Ridge is 1292 km. The road distance is 959.6 km.

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

The best way to get from Swan Hill to Lightning Ridge without a car is to bus and train which takes 19h 35m and costs $80 - $270.

How long does it take to get from Swan Hill to Lightning Ridge?

It takes approximately 19h 35m to get from Swan Hill to Lightning Ridge, including transfers.

Can I drive from Swan Hill to Lightning Ridge?

Yes, the driving distance between Swan Hill to Lightning Ridge is 960 km. It takes approximately 10h 46m to drive from Swan Hill to Lightning Ridge.

Where can I stay near Lightning Ridge?

There are 13+ hotels available in Lightning Ridge.

Swan Hill to Lightning Ridge - 2 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 2 ways to get from Swan Hill to Lightning Ridge by bus, train, or car

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1. Take the bus from Swan Hill Station/Curlewis St to Wangaratta Station/Norton Stbus
2. Take the train from Wangaratta Station to Cootamundra Stationtrain 622 / ...
3. Take the bus from Cootamundra Station, Coach Bay 2 to Dubbo Station, Coach Bay 1bus 791
4. Take the bus from Dubbo Station, Coach Bay 3 to Morilla St Opp Lightning Ridge Post Officebus 513
19h 35m
$84–270
Drive 959.6 km
1. Drive from Swan Hill to Lightning Ridgecar 959.6 km
10h 46m
$170–246

Swan Hill to Lightning Ridge by bus and train

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19h 35mAverage Duration

$84Cheapest Price

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Distance: 1,292.2 km
Duration: 19h 35m

What companies run services between Swan Hill, VIC, Australia and Lightning Ridge, NSW, Australia?

There is no direct connection from Swan Hill to Lightning Ridge. However, you can take the bus to Wangaratta Station/Norton St, walk to Wangaratta Station, take the train to Cootamundra Station, walk to Cootamundra Station, Coach Bay 2, take the bus to Dubbo Station, Coach Bay 1, then take the bus to Morilla St Opp Lightning Ridge Post Office. Alternatively, you can drive from Swan Hill to Lightning Ridge in around 10h 46m.

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