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Cheapest and Fastest Ways to Travel from Macksville to Lightning Ridge

Composite routes from Macksville to Lightning Ridge

Cheapest
8 h 3 min
Car
707 km.
from $38
Other
17 h 3 min
495 km.
from $136.21
20 h 39 min
Train, Bus
495 km.
from $36.13
17 h 10 min
Train, bus via Maitland, Train, bus via Maitland
496 km.
from $59.30
23 h
496 km.
from $153.52

Transport providers

Bus operators

Transport for NSW

Phone:
131 500
Website:
transportnsw.info/
Train from Macksville Station to Strathfield
Ave. Duration:
7h 54m
Frequency:
4 times a day
Estimated price:
$8.21–$20.21
Train from Strathfield Station to Dubbo
Ave. Duration:
6h 15m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$6.95–$17.68
Train from Macksville Station to Maitland
Ave. Duration:
5h 30m
Frequency:
4 times a day
Estimated price:
$6.32–$15.16
Bus from Tamworth Station, Coach Stop to Dubbo
Ave. Duration:
4h 15m
Frequency:
4 times a week
Estimated price:
$0.14–$15.16
Bus from Dubbo Station, Coach Bay 3 to Morilla
Ave. Duration:
4h 30m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$0.14–$16.42

Premier Motor Service

Phone:
13 34 10
Email:
reservations@premierms.com.au
Website:
premierms.com.au/
Bus from Macksville to Brisbane
Ave. Duration:
10h 25m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$42.95–$59.37

Murrays Coaches

Phone:
(61) 13 22 51
Email:
enquiries@murrays.com.au
Website:
murrays.com.au/default.aspx
Bus from Brisbane City to St
Ave. Duration:
8h
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$75.79–$107.36
Bus from St George to Lightning
Ave. Duration:
2h 35m
Frequency:
Twice a week
Estimated price:
$32.84–$45.47

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:
$37.89–$46.73

Dorrigo Transit

Phone:
+61 (0)2 5625 0065
Email:
admin@dorrigotransit.com.au
Website:
dorrigotransit.com.au/index.html
Bus from Urunga Station to Tamworth
Ave. Duration:
4h 30m
Frequency:
Once a week
Estimated price:
$82.10–$107.36

Questions and Answers

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

The cheapest way to get from Macksville to Lightning Ridge is to train and bus which costs $13.04 - $46.74 and takes 20h 39m.

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

The fastest way to get from Macksville to Lightning Ridge is to drive which takes 8h 24m and costs $81.52 - $130.43 .

Is there a direct bus between Macksville and Lightning Ridge?

No, there is no direct bus from Macksville to Lightning Ridge. However, there are services departing from Macksville Post Office, Cooper St and arriving at Morilla St Opp Lightning Ridge Post Office via Urunga Station, Tamworth Station, Coach Stop and Dubbo Station, Coach Bay 3. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 17h 3m.

How far is it from Macksville to Lightning Ridge?

The distance between Macksville and Lightning Ridge is 1021 km. The road distance is 705.7 km.

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

The best way to get from Macksville to Lightning Ridge without a car is to bus which takes 17h 3m and costs $70.65 - $130.43 .

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

It takes approximately 17h 3m to get from Macksville to Lightning Ridge, including transfers.

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

Macksville to Lightning Ridge bus services, operated by Dorrigo Transit, depart from Urunga Station.

Where does the Macksville to Lightning Ridge bus arrive?

Macksville to Lightning Ridge bus services, operated by Dorrigo Transit, arrive at Tamworth Station.

Can I drive from Macksville to Lightning Ridge?

Yes, the driving distance between Macksville to Lightning Ridge is 706 km. It takes approximately 8h 24m to drive from Macksville to Lightning Ridge.

Where can I stay near Lightning Ridge?

There are six+ hotels available in Lightning Ridge. Prices start at $73.68 per night.
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