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Cheapest and Fastest Ways to Travel from Coober Pedy to Lightning Ridge

Composite routes from Coober Pedy to Lightning Ridge

Cheapest
19 h 22 min
Car
1878 km.
from $103
Other
34 h 1 min
Bus, Train
1282 km.
from $164.22
34 h 10 min
1280 km.
from $192.78
2 d 1 h
Bus, Train
1282 km.
from $305.55
24 h 22 min
Bus, Plane
1282 km.
from $330.93
2 d 5 h 53 min
Bus, Train
1282 km.
from $1876.21
45 h 12 min
Bus, Plane
1282 km.
from $497.24

Transport providers

Bus operators

Transport for NSW

Phone:
131 500
Website:
transportnsw.info/
Train from Broken Hill Station to Parkes
Ave. Duration:
6h 23m
Frequency:
Twice a week
Estimated price:
$9.54–$25.44
Train from Central Station to Dubbo
Ave. Duration:
6h 26m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$7.63–$17.81
Bus from Adelaide Central Bus Station, Franklin St to Blende
Ave. Duration:
6h 30m
Frequency:
4 times a week
Estimated price:
$0.14–$22.90
Bus from Parkes Station, Coach Stop to Dubbo
Ave. Duration:
1h 29m
Frequency:
6 times a week
Estimated price:
$0.14–$7.00
Bus from Dubbo Station, Coach Bay 3 to Morilla
Ave. Duration:
4h 30m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$0.14–$16.54
Bus from Blende St After Bromide St to Dubbo
Ave. Duration:
9h 10m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$0.14–$31.80

Greyhound Australia

Phone:
1300 473946
Website:
greyhound.com.au/
Bus from Coober Pedy to Adelaide
Ave. Duration:
11h
Frequency:
6 times a week
Estimated price:
$89.04–$203.52

Airlines

Qantas

Website:
qantas.com/
Plane from Coober Pedy Airport to Dubbo
Ave. Duration:
20h 20m
Frequency:
Monday, Wednesday, and Friday
Estimated price:
$279.84–$890.39

Virgin Australia

Website:
virginaustralia.com
Plane from Coober Pedy Airport to Dubbo
Ave. Duration:
21h 30m
Frequency:
Monday and Wednesday
Estimated price:
$228.96–$1,081.19

Regional Express

Website:
rex.com.au/
Plane from Coober Pedy Airport to Dubbo
Ave. Duration:
28h 40m
Frequency:
Wednesday
Estimated price:
$190.80–$699.59

Link Airways

Website:
linkairways.com/
Plane from Coober Pedy Airport to Dubbo
Ave. Duration:
21h 30m
Frequency:
Monday and Wednesday
Estimated price:
$356.16–$1,081.19

Air Link

Website:
airlinkairlines.com.au/
Plane from Coober Pedy Airport to Walgett
Ave. Duration:
44h 10m
Frequency:
Wednesday
Estimated price:
$190.80–$699.59

Train operators

NSW TrainLink XPT

Phone:
131 500
Website:
transportnsw.info/regional
Train from Southern Cross to Central
Ave. Duration:
11h 18m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$48.34–$178.08

Journey Beyond - Indian Pacific

Phone:
1800 703 357
Email:
sales.enquiries@journeybeyond.com
Website:
journeybeyondrail.com.au/indian-pacific/
Train from Adelaide Parklands to Sydney
Ave. Duration:
28h 30m
Frequency:
Once a week
Estimated price:
$1,081.19–$4,324.76

Journey Beyond - The Overland

Phone:
1800 703 357
Email:
sales.enquiries@journeybeyond.com
Website:
journeybeyondrail.com.au/journeys/overland/
Train from Adelaide to Southern
Ave. Duration:
11h 25m
Frequency:
Twice a week
Estimated price:
$76.32–$228.96

Questions and Answers

How can I get from Coober Pedy to Lightning Ridge cheaply?

The cheapest way to get from Coober Pedy to Lightning Ridge is to bus and train which costs $95.77 - $280.92 and takes 34h 1m.

How long does it take to get from Coober Pedy to Alice Springs?

It takes 4 hours and 30 minutes to get from Coober Pedy to Alice Springs.

Is there a direct bus route from Coober Pedy to Lightning Ridge?

No, there is no direct bus route from Coober Pedy to Lightning Ridge. However, there are services departing from Coober Pedy and arriving at Morilla St Opp Lightning Ridge Post Office via Adelaide Central Bus Station, Franklin St, Blende St After Bromide St and Dubbo Station, Coach Bay 3. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 34 hours and 10 minutes.

What is the distance between Coober Pedy and Lightning Ridge?

The distance between Coober Pedy and Lightning Ridge is 2522 kilometers.

What are the options for traveling from Coober Pedy to Lightning Ridge without using a car?

The best option for traveling from Coober Pedy to Lightning Ridge without a car is to take a bus and train. This journey takes 34 hours and 1 minute and costs between $95.77 and $280.92.

How long does it take to travel from Coober Pedy to Lightning Ridge?

It takes approximately 34 hours and 1 minute to travel from Coober Pedy to Lightning Ridge, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Coober Pedy to Lightning Ridge bus from?

Coober Pedy to Lightning Ridge bus services, operated by Greyhound Australia, depart from Coober Pedy station.

Where does the Greyhound Australia bus that runs between Coober Pedy and Lightning Ridge arrive?

Greyhound Australia operates the bus service between Coober Pedy and Lightning Ridge, and the bus services arrive at Adelaide station.

How many minutes is it ahead of Coober Pedy?

Lightning Ridge is 30 min ahead of Coober Pedy. It is currently 18:43 in Coober Pedy and 19:13 in Lightning Ridge.

Can you drive from Coober Pedy to Lightning Ridge?

Yes, the driving distance between Coober Pedy and Lightning Ridge is 1877 km. It takes approximately 19 hours and 20 minutes to drive from Coober Pedy to Lightning Ridge.

Where can I find hotels near Lightning Ridge?

There are six+ hotels available in Lightning Ridge. Prices start at $90.20 per night.
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