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Cheapest and Fastest Ways to Travel from Lightning Ridge to Mount Isa

Composite routes from Lightning Ridge to Mount Isa

Cheapest
20 h 26 min
Car
1922 km.
from $105
Other
11 h 50 min
Bus, Plane
1288 km.
from $970.35
27 h 45 min
1288 km.
from $360.09
16 h
Bus, Plane
1288 km.
from $488.83

Transport providers

Bus operators

Transport for NSW

Phone:
131 500
Website:
transportnsw.info/
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 Charleville to Mount
Ave. Duration:
15h 15m
Frequency:
5 times a week
Estimated price:
$113.68–$277.88

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 Cunnamulla
Ave. Duration:
3h 20m
Frequency:
Twice a week
Estimated price:
$42.95–$59.37

Airlines

Qantas

Website:
qantas.com/
Plane from Dubbo City Regional Airport to Mount
Ave. Duration:
6h 5m
Frequency:
Monday and Thursday
Estimated price:
$581.03–$1,768.34
Plane from Tamworth to Mount
Ave. Duration:
5h 20m
Frequency:
Monday to Friday
Estimated price:
$404.19–$1,199.94

Virgin Australia

Website:
virginaustralia.com
Plane from Tamworth to Mount
Ave. Duration:
5h 55m
Frequency:
Friday
Estimated price:
$252.62–$821.01

Train operators

Queensland Rail Travel

Phone:
1800 872 467
Website:
queenslandrailtravel.com.au/
Bus from Cunnamulla to Charleville
Ave. Duration:
2h 35m
Frequency:
Twice a week
Estimated price:
$21.47–$27.79

Questions and Answers

What is the cheapest way to get from Lightning Ridge to Mount Isa?

The cheapest way to get from Lightning Ridge to Mount Isa is to bus and Railbus which costs $173.91 - $358.70 and takes 27h 45m.

What is the fastest way to get from Lightning Ridge to Mount Isa?

The fastest way to get from Lightning Ridge to Mount Isa is to bus and fly which takes 11h 50m and costs $521.74 - $1630.43 .

Is there a direct bus between Lightning Ridge and Mount Isa?

No, there is no direct bus from Lightning Ridge to Mount Isa. However, there are services departing from Lightning Ridge and arriving at Mount Isa via St George, Cunnamulla and Charleville. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 27h 45m.

How far is it from Lightning Ridge to Mount Isa?

The distance between Lightning Ridge and Mount Isa is 1941 km. The road distance is 1697.8 km.

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

The best way to get from Lightning Ridge to Mount Isa without a car is to bus and Railbus which takes 27h 45m and costs $173.91 - $358.70 .

How long does it take to get from Lightning Ridge to Mount Isa?

It takes approximately 11h 50m to get from Lightning Ridge to Mount Isa, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Lightning Ridge to Mount Isa bus from?

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

Where does the Lightning Ridge to Mount Isa bus arrive?

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

What is the time difference between Lightning Ridge and Mount Isa?

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

Can I drive from Lightning Ridge to Mount Isa?

Yes, the driving distance between Lightning Ridge to Mount Isa is 1698 km. It takes approximately 18h 7m to drive from Lightning Ridge to Mount Isa.

Where can I stay near Mount Isa?

There are 25+ hotels available in Mount Isa. Prices start at $21.80 per night.
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