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Cheapest and Fastest Ways to Travel from Lightning Ridge to Bowen

Composite routes from Lightning Ridge to Bowen

Cheapest
18 h 3 min
Car
1356 km.
from $74
Other
17 h 26 min
Bus, Plane
1046 km.
from $325.78
29 h 33 min
Bus, Train
1046 km.
from $325.28
34 h 30 min
1047 km.
from $310.63
30 h 33 min
Bus, Plane
1046 km.
from $589.41
36 h 46 min
Bus, Train
1046 km.
from $429.20
20 h 29 min
Bus, Plane
1046 km.
from $355.13
34 h 35 min
1046 km.
from $279.63

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:
$4.29–$6.95
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–$16.42

Greyhound Australia

Phone:
1300 473946
Website:
greyhound.com.au/
Bus from Brisbane to Bowen
Ave. Duration:
21h 15m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$126.31–$315.77

Premier Motor Service

Phone:
13 34 10
Email:
reservations@premierms.com.au
Website:
premierms.com.au/
Bus from Brisbane Roma Street to Bowen
Ave. Duration:
21h 10m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$101.05–$138.94

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:
$34.10–$48.00
Bus from St George to Brisbane
Ave. Duration:
7h 45m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$75.79–$113.68
Bus from St George to Goondiwindi
Ave. Duration:
2h 35m
Frequency:
Twice a week
Estimated price:
$30.31–$42.95

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:
$18.95–$55.58

Airlines

Jetstar

Website:
jetstar.com/
Plane from Tamworth to Proserpine/Whitsunday
Ave. Duration:
4h 35m
Frequency:
Monday and Friday
Estimated price:
$113.68–$454.72
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:
$151.57–$543.13
Plane from Moree Airport to Proserpine/Whitsunday
Ave. Duration:
18h 30m
Frequency:
Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, and Sunday
Estimated price:
$239.99–$884.17
Plane from Narrabri Airport to Proserpine/Whitsunday
Ave. Duration:
21h 45m
Frequency:
Wednesday and Thursday
Estimated price:
$227.36–$757.86
Plane from Tamworth to Mackay
Ave. Duration:
7h 6m
Frequency:
Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, and Sunday
Estimated price:
$265.25–$821.01

Virgin Australia

Website:
virginaustralia.com
Plane from Tamworth to Proserpine/Whitsunday
Ave. Duration:
4h 40m
Frequency:
Monday and Friday
Estimated price:
$151.57–$530.50
Plane from Moree Airport to Proserpine/Whitsunday
Ave. Duration:
20h 35m
Frequency:
Monday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, and Sunday
Estimated price:
$303.14–$947.32
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 Tamworth to Mackay
Ave. Duration:
6h 3m
Frequency:
Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, and Sunday
Estimated price:
$126.31–$454.72

Skytrans

Website:
skytrans.com.au/
Plane from Narrabri Airport to Proserpine/Whitsunday
Ave. Duration:
21h 50m
Frequency:
Thursday
Estimated price:
$202.10–$618.92

Train operators

Queensland Rail Travel

Phone:
1800 872 467
Website:
queenslandrailtravel.com.au/
Train from Proserpine to Bowen
Ave. Duration:
37 min
Frequency:
4 times a week
Estimated price:
$2.27–$164.34
Train from Roma Street to Bowen
Ave. Duration:
16h 8m
Frequency:
4 times a week
Estimated price:
$42.95–$3,039.35
Train from Mackay to Bowen
Ave. Duration:
2h 15m
Frequency:
4 times a week
Estimated price:
$6.95–$491.88

Questions and Answers

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

The cheapest way to get from Lightning Ridge to Bowen is to drive which costs $163.04 - $250 and takes 16h 25m.

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

The fastest way to get from Lightning Ridge to Bowen is to drive which takes 16h 25m and costs $163.04 - $250 .

Is there a direct bus between Lightning Ridge and Bowen?

No, there is no direct bus from Lightning Ridge to Bowen. However, there are services departing from Lightning Ridge and arriving at Bowen via St George and Brisbane Roma Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 34h 30m.

How far is it from Lightning Ridge to Bowen?

The distance between Lightning Ridge and Bowen is 1991 km. The road distance is 1371.5 km.

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

The best way to get from Lightning Ridge to Bowen without a car is to bus and train which takes 29h 33m and costs $141.30 - $2934.78 .

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

It takes approximately 17h 26m to get from Lightning Ridge to Bowen, including transfers.

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

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

Where does the Lightning Ridge to Bowen bus arrive?

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

What is the time difference between Lightning Ridge and Bowen?

Bowen is 1h behind Lightning Ridge. It is currently 07:39 in Lightning Ridge and 06:39 in Bowen.

Can I drive from Lightning Ridge to Bowen?

Yes, the driving distance between Lightning Ridge to Bowen is 1372 km. It takes approximately 16h 25m to drive from Lightning Ridge to Bowen.

Where can I stay near Bowen?

There are 25+ hotels available in Bowen. Prices start at $61.67 per night.
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