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

The cheapest way to get from Walgett to Lightning Ridge is to bus which costs $10 - $15 and takes 50 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Walgett to Lightning Ridge is to drive which takes 49 min and costs $15 - $22.

Is there a direct bus between Walgett and Lightning Ridge?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Euroka St Before Pitt St and arriving at Morilla St Opp Lightning Ridge Post Office. Services depart twice daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 50 min.

How far is it from Walgett to Lightning Ridge?

The distance between Walgett and Lightning Ridge is 78 km. The road distance is 78.3 km.

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

The best way to get from Walgett to Lightning Ridge without a car is to bus which takes 50 min and costs $10 - $15.

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

The bus from Euroka St Before Pitt St to Morilla St Opp Lightning Ridge Post Office takes 50 min including transfers and departs twice daily.

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

Walgett to Lightning Ridge bus services, operated by NSW TrainLink, depart from Euroka St Before Pitt St station.

Where does the Walgett to Lightning Ridge bus arrive?

Walgett to Lightning Ridge bus services, operated by NSW TrainLink, arrive at Morilla St Opp Lightning Ridge Post Office station.

Can I drive from Walgett to Lightning Ridge?

Yes, the driving distance between Walgett to Lightning Ridge is 78 km. It takes approximately 49 min to drive from Walgett to Lightning Ridge.

Where can I stay near Lightning Ridge?

There are eight+ hotels available in Lightning Ridge.

Walgett to Lightning Ridge - 3 ways to travel via bus, car, and taxi

There are 3 ways to get from Walgett to Lightning Ridge by bus, car, or taxi

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

Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Euroka St Before Pitt St to Morilla St Opp Lightning Ridge Post Office513
50 min
$10–15
Drive 78.3 km
1. Drive from Walgett to Lightning Ridge78.3 km
49 min
$16–22
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Walgett to Lightning Ridge78.3 km
49 min
$190–240

Walgett to Lightning Ridge by bus

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50 minAverage Duration

$10Cheapest Price

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Distance: 78.4 km
Duration: 50 min

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

NSW TrainLink operates a bus from Euroka St Before Pitt St to Morilla St Opp Lightning Ridge Post Office twice daily. Tickets cost $10–15 and the journey takes 50 min.

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