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Cheapest and Fastest Ways to Travel from Lightning Ridge to Airlie Beach

Composite routes from Lightning Ridge to Airlie Beach

Cheapest
17 h 37 min
Car
1314 km.
from $72
Other
17 h 12 min
Bus, Plane
1020 km.
from $306.21
30 h 16 min
Bus, Train
1020 km.
from $285.28
32 h 30 min
1020 km.
from $360.26
30 h 19 min
Bus, Plane
1020 km.
from $403.22
20 h 2 min
Bus, Plane
1020 km.
from $311.10
36 h 31 min
Bus, Train
1020 km.
from $394.41
21 h 10 min
Bus, Plane
1020 km.
from $380.93
33 h 6 min
1020 km.
from $211.91

Transport providers

Bus operators

Transport for NSW

Phone:
131 500
Website:
transportnsw.info/
Train from Moree Station to Narrabri
Ave. Duration:
1h 5m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$4.04–$6.32
Bus from Morilla St Opp Lightning Ridge Post Office to Dubbo
Ave. Duration:
4h 30m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$0.14–$16.42
Bus from Dubbo Station, Coach Bay 4 to Tamworth
Ave. Duration:
4h 16m
Frequency:
4 times a week
Estimated price:
$0.14–$15.16

Greyhound Australia

Phone:
1300 473946
Website:
greyhound.com.au/
Bus from Brisbane to Airlie
Ave. Duration:
19h 10m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$113.68–$290.51
Bus from Mackay to Airlie
Ave. Duration:
2h
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$24.00–$37.89
Bus from Dalby to Miles
Ave. Duration:
1h 35m
Frequency:
5 times a week
Estimated price:
$20.21–$31.58

Premier Motor Service

Phone:
13 34 10
Email:
reservations@premierms.com.au
Website:
premierms.com.au/
Bus from Brisbane to Airlie
Ave. Duration:
19h 30m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$88.42–$119.99
Bus from Mackay to Airlie
Ave. Duration:
2h 10m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$20.21–$27.79
Bus from Aspley Gympie Road to Airlie
Ave. Duration:
19h 10m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$88.42–$126.31

Murrays Coaches

Phone:
(61) 13 22 51
Email:
enquiries@murrays.com.au
Website:
murrays.com.au/default.aspx
Bus from Lightning Ridge to St
Ave. Duration:
3h 35m
Frequency:
Twice a week
Estimated price:
$32.84–$45.47
Bus from St George to Brisbane
Ave. Duration:
7h 45m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$75.79–$107.36
Bus from St George to Goondiwindi
Ave. Duration:
2h 35m
Frequency:
Twice a week
Estimated price:
$29.05–$41.68
Bus from St George to Dalby
Ave. Duration:
4h 30m
Frequency:
6 times a week
Estimated price:
$48.00–$69.47

Crisps Coaches

Phone:
+61 (07) 4661 8333
Email:
reservations@crisps.com.au
Website:
crisps.com.au/
Bus from Goondiwindi to Moree
Ave. Duration:
1h 30m
Frequency:
Once a week
Estimated price:
$17.68–$54.31

Airlines

Jetstar

Website:
jetstar.com/
Plane from Tamworth to Proserpine/Whitsunday
Ave. Duration:
4h 35m
Frequency:
Monday and Friday
Estimated price:
$107.36–$467.35
Plane from Narrabri Airport to Proserpine/Whitsunday
Ave. Duration:
22h 20m
Frequency:
Wednesday to Friday
Estimated price:
$189.46–$694.70

Qantas

Website:
qantas.com/
Plane from Tamworth to Proserpine/Whitsunday
Ave. Duration:
7h 20m
Frequency:
Monday, Thursday, Friday, and Saturday
Estimated price:
$138.94–$555.76
Plane from Moree Airport to Proserpine/Whitsunday
Ave. Duration:
18h 30m
Frequency:
Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, and Sunday
Estimated price:
$138.94–$530.50
Plane from Tamworth to Mackay
Ave. Duration:
7h 6m
Frequency:
Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, and Sunday
Estimated price:
$265.25–$821.01
Plane from Narrabri Airport to Proserpine/Whitsunday
Ave. Duration:
21h 45m
Frequency:
Wednesday and Thursday
Estimated price:
$227.36–$757.86
Plane from Miles Airport to Proserpine/Whitsunday
Ave. Duration:
6h 25m
Frequency:
Tuesday and Wednesday
Estimated price:
$88.42–$391.56

Virgin Australia

Website:
virginaustralia.com
Plane from Tamworth to Proserpine/Whitsunday
Ave. Duration:
4h 40m
Frequency:
Monday and Friday
Estimated price:
$151.57–$543.13
Plane from Moree Airport to Proserpine/Whitsunday
Ave. Duration:
20h 35m
Frequency:
Monday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, and Sunday
Estimated price:
$189.46–$606.29
Plane from Tamworth to Mackay
Ave. Duration:
6h 3m
Frequency:
Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, and Sunday
Estimated price:
$126.31–$467.35
Plane from Narrabri Airport to Proserpine/Whitsunday
Ave. Duration:
24h 25m
Frequency:
Monday, Wednesday, Thursday, and Friday
Estimated price:
$138.94–$492.61
Plane from Miles Airport to Proserpine/Whitsunday
Ave. Duration:
6h 30m
Frequency:
Tuesday and Wednesday
Estimated price:
$126.31–$467.35

Skytrans

Website:
skytrans.com.au/
Plane from Narrabri Airport to Proserpine/Whitsunday
Ave. Duration:
21h 50m
Frequency:
Thursday
Estimated price:
$202.10–$631.55

Train operators

Queensland Rail Travel

Phone:
1800 872 467
Website:
queenslandrailtravel.com.au/
Train from Roma Street to Proserpine
Ave. Duration:
15h 21m
Frequency:
4 times a week
Estimated price:
$37.89–$2,759.08

Questions and Answers

What is the cheapest way to get from Lightning Ridge to Airlie Beach?

The cheapest way to get from Lightning Ridge to Airlie Beach is to drive which costs $152.17 - $239.13 and takes 15h 55m.

What is the fastest way to get from Lightning Ridge to Airlie Beach?

The fastest way to get from Lightning Ridge to Airlie Beach is to drive which takes 15h 55m and costs $152.17 - $239.13 .

Is there a direct bus between Lightning Ridge and Airlie Beach?

No, there is no direct bus from Lightning Ridge to Airlie Beach. However, there are services departing from Lightning Ridge and arriving at Airlie Beach via St George and Brisbane. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 32h 30m.

How far is it from Lightning Ridge to Airlie Beach?

The distance between Lightning Ridge and Airlie Beach is 1950 km. The road distance is 1329.9 km.

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

The best way to get from Lightning Ridge to Airlie Beach without a car is to bus and train which takes 30h 16m and costs $119.57 - $2608.70 .

How long does it take to get from Lightning Ridge to Airlie Beach?

It takes approximately 17h 12m to get from Lightning Ridge to Airlie Beach, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Lightning Ridge to Airlie Beach bus from?

Lightning Ridge to Airlie Beach bus services, operated by Murrays Coaches, depart from Lightning Ridge station.

Where does the Lightning Ridge to Airlie Beach bus arrive?

Lightning Ridge to Airlie Beach bus services, operated by Murrays Coaches, arrive at St George station.

What is the time difference between Lightning Ridge and Airlie Beach?

Airlie Beach is 1h behind Lightning Ridge. It is currently 20:52 in Lightning Ridge and 19:52 in Airlie Beach.

Can I drive from Lightning Ridge to Airlie Beach?

Yes, the driving distance between Lightning Ridge to Airlie Beach is 1330 km. It takes approximately 15h 55m to drive from Lightning Ridge to Airlie Beach.

Where can I stay near Airlie Beach?

There are 350+ hotels available in Airlie Beach. Prices start at $65.76 per night.
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