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1272 km.
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Cheapest and Fastest Ways to Travel from Airlie Beach to Lightning Ridge

Composite routes from Airlie Beach to Lightning Ridge

Cheapest
15 h 40 min
Car
1272 km.
from $69
Other
12 h 41 min
Bus, Plane
1020 km.
from $341.91
29 h 54 min
Train
1020 km.
from $1461.42
31 h 20 min
1020 km.
from $377.22
28 h 40 min
Bus, Plane
1020 km.
from $504.96
29 h 4 min
Bus, Plane
1020 km.
from $569.09
17 h 45 min
Bus, Plane
1020 km.
from $338.65
30 h
Bus, Plane
1020 km.
from $454.96
31 h 42 min
1020 km.
from $221.87

Transport providers

Bus operators
Found: 5
Transport for NSW
Website
Greyhound Australia
Website
Premier Motor Service
Website
Murrays Coaches
Website
Crisps Coaches
Website
Transport for NSW
Website
4h 30m
Twice daily
$0.12–$14.13
131 500
131 500
Call
Greyhound Australia
Website
18h 45m
Twice daily
$108.70–$271.74
1300 473946
1300 473946
Call
Premier Motor Service
Website
18h 55m
Once daily
$81.52–$119.57
13 34 10
13 34 10
[email protected]
Call Contact via email
Murrays Coaches
Website
8h
Once daily
$65.22–$97.83
(61) 13 22 51
(61) 13 22 51
[email protected]
Call Contact via email
Crisps Coaches
Website
2h 30m
Once a week
$16.30–$47.83
+61 (07) 4661 8333
+61 (07) 4661 8333
[email protected]
Call Contact via email
Airlines
Found: 3
Qantas
Website
Regional Express
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Link Airways
Website
Qantas
Website
5h 20m
Thursday and Sunday
$130.43–$478.26
Regional Express
Website
17h 5m
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$130.43–$489.13
Link Airways
Website
5h 5m
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$206.52–$652.17
Train operators
Found: 1
Queensland Rail Travel
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Queensland Rail Travel
Website
15h 44m
4 times a week
$34.78–$2,474.09
1800 872 467
1800 872 467
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Questions and Answers

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

The cheapest way to get from Airlie Beach to Lightning Ridge is to drive which costs $163.04 - $239.13 and takes 15h 54m.

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

The fastest way to get from Airlie Beach to Lightning Ridge is to fly and bus which takes 12h 41m and costs $163.04 - $543.48 .

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

No, there is no direct bus from Airlie Beach to Lightning Ridge. However, there are services departing from Airlie Beach and arriving at Lightning Ridge via Brisbane City and St George. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 31h 20m.

How far is it from Airlie Beach to Lightning Ridge?

The distance between Airlie Beach and Lightning Ridge is 1707 km. The road distance is 1329.9 km.

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

The best way to get from Airlie Beach to Lightning Ridge without a car is to train and bus which takes 29h 54m and costs $130.43 - $2717.39 .

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

It takes approximately 12h 41m to get from Airlie Beach to Lightning Ridge, including transfers.

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

Airlie Beach to Lightning Ridge bus services, operated by Greyhound Australia, depart from Airlie Beach station.

Where does the Airlie Beach to Lightning Ridge bus arrive?

Airlie Beach to Lightning Ridge bus services, operated by Greyhound Australia, arrive at Brisbane station.

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

Lightning Ridge is 1h ahead of Airlie Beach. It is currently 03:45 in Airlie Beach and 04:45 in Lightning Ridge.

Can I drive from Airlie Beach to Lightning Ridge?

Yes, the driving distance between Airlie Beach to Lightning Ridge is 1330 km. It takes approximately 15h 54m to drive from Airlie Beach 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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