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Cheapest and Fastest Ways to Travel from Kempsey to Lightning Ridge

Composite routes from Kempsey to Lightning Ridge

Cheapest
8 h 36 min
Car
758 km.
from $41
Other
16 h 27 min
Train, bus via Maitland, Train, bus via Maitland
500 km.
from $60.87
19 h 55 min
Train, Bus
498 km.
from $36.29
10 h 24 min
Bus, Plane
498 km.
from $338.05
16 h 45 min
498 km.
from $109.53

Transport providers

Bus operators

Transport for NSW

Phone:
131 500
Website:
transportnsw.info/
Train from Kempsey Station to Maitland
Ave. Duration:
4h 47m
Frequency:
4 times a day
Estimated price:
$5.43–$11.96
Train from Kempsey Station to Strathfield
Ave. Duration:
7h 11m
Frequency:
4 times a day
Estimated price:
$6.52–$16.30
Train from Strathfield Station to Dubbo
Ave. Duration:
6h 14m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$6.52–$15.22
Bus from Dubbo Station, Coach Bay 3 to Morilla
Ave. Duration:
4h 30m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$0.12–$14.13

Busways

Phone:
1300 692 929
Website:
busways.com.au/
Bus from Belgrave St After Stuart St to Port
Ave. Duration:
38 min
Frequency:
4 times a day
Estimated price:
$4.24–$5.43

Premier Motor Service

Phone:
13 34 10
Email:
reservations@premierms.com.au
Website:
premierms.com.au/
Bus from Kempsey to Newcastle
Ave. Duration:
4h 25m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$26.09–$35.87

Sid Foggs Coaches

Phone:
+61 2 4928 1088
Email:
info@sidfoggs.com.au
Website:
sidfoggs.com.au/
Bus from Maitland Station, Station St to Dubbo
Ave. Duration:
5h 10m
Frequency:
6 times a week
Estimated price:
$33.70–$42.39
Bus from Newcastle to Dubbo
Ave. Duration:
5h 50m
Frequency:
6 times a week
Estimated price:
$35.87–$44.57

Airlines

Qantas

Website:
qantas.com/
Plane from Port Macquarie to Dubbo
Ave. Duration:
3h 25m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$173.91–$597.83

Regional Express

Website:
rex.com.au/
Plane from Port Macquarie to Dubbo
Ave. Duration:
5h 12m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$119.57–$369.57

Link Airways

Website:
linkairways.com/
Plane from Port Macquarie to Dubbo
Ave. Duration:
4h 25m
Frequency:
Thursday
Estimated price:
$271.74–$652.17

Questions and Answers

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

The cheapest way to get from Kempsey to Lightning Ridge is to train and bus which costs $13.04 - $45.65 and takes 19h 55m.

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

The fastest way to get from Kempsey to Lightning Ridge is to drive which takes 8h 58m and costs $92.39 - $141.30 .

Is there a direct bus between Kempsey and Lightning Ridge?

No, there is no direct bus from Kempsey to Lightning Ridge. However, there are services departing from Kempsey and arriving at Morilla St Opp Lightning Ridge Post Office via Newcastle and Dubbo Station, Coach Bay 3. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 16h 45m.

How far is it from Kempsey to Lightning Ridge?

The distance between Kempsey and Lightning Ridge is 1043 km. The road distance is 757.4 km.

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

The best way to get from Kempsey to Lightning Ridge without a car is to train and bus via Maitland which takes 16h 27m and costs $39.13 - $70.65 .

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

It takes approximately 16h 27m to get from Kempsey to Lightning Ridge, including transfers.

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

Kempsey to Lightning Ridge bus services, operated by Premier Motor Service, depart from Kempsey station.

Where does the Kempsey to Lightning Ridge bus arrive?

Kempsey to Lightning Ridge bus services, operated by Premier Motor Service, arrive at Newcastle station.

Can I drive from Kempsey to Lightning Ridge?

Yes, the driving distance between Kempsey to Lightning Ridge is 757 km. It takes approximately 8h 58m to drive from Kempsey to Lightning Ridge.

Where can I stay near Lightning Ridge?

There are six+ hotels available in Lightning Ridge. Prices start at $76.78 per night.
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