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Cheapest and Fastest Ways to Travel from Bowen to Lightning Ridge

Composite routes from Bowen to Lightning Ridge

Cheapest
18 h 3 min
Car
1356 km.
from $74
Other
12 h 54 min
Train, Plane
1046 km.
from $373.11
29 h 15 min
Train
1047 km.
from $1577.71
33 h 15 min
1047 km.
from $420.91
28 h 54 min
Train, Plane
1046 km.
from $536.15
29 h 17 min
Train, Plane
1046 km.
from $600.28
17 h 59 min
Train, Plane
1046 km.
from $369.85
30 h 14 min
Train, Plane
1046 km.
from $486.15
33 h 25 min
1046 km.
from $217.61

Transport providers

Bus operators

Transport for NSW

Phone:
131 500
Website:
transportnsw.info/
Bus from Dubbo Station, Coach Bay 3 to Morilla
Ave. Duration:
4h 30m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$0.12–$14.13
Bus from Tamworth Station, Coach Stop to Dubbo
Ave. Duration:
4h 15m
Frequency:
4 times a week
Estimated price:
$0.12–$14.13

Greyhound Australia

Phone:
1300 473946
Website:
greyhound.com.au/
Bus from Bowen to Brisbane
Ave. Duration:
20h 40m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$108.70–$282.61
Bus from Miles to Dalby
Ave. Duration:
1h 40m
Frequency:
5 times a week
Estimated price:
$17.39–$28.26

Premier Motor Service

Phone:
13 34 10
Email:
Website:
premierms.com.au/
Bus from Bowen to Brisbane
Ave. Duration:
20h 50m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$86.96–$119.57

Murrays Coaches

Phone:
(61) 13 22 51
Email:
Website:
murrays.com.au/default.aspx
Bus from Brisbane City to St
Ave. Duration:
8h
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$65.22–$97.83
Bus from St George to Lightning
Ave. Duration:
2h 35m
Frequency:
Twice a week
Estimated price:
$29.35–$41.30
Bus from Oakey to St
Ave. Duration:
5h 20m
Frequency:
3 times a week
Estimated price:
$50.00–$70.65
Bus from Goondiwindi to St
Ave. Duration:
2h 30m
Frequency:
4 times a week
Estimated price:
$26.09–$36.96
Bus from Dalby to St
Ave. Duration:
4h 35m
Frequency:
6 times a week
Estimated price:
$43.48–$59.78

Crisps Coaches

Phone:
+61 (07) 4661 8333
Email:
Website:
crisps.com.au/
Bus from Moree to Goondiwindi
Ave. Duration:
2h 30m
Frequency:
Once a week
Estimated price:
$16.30–$47.83

Airlines

Qantas

Website:
qantas.com/
Plane from Proserpine/Whitsunday Coast Airport to Dubbo
Ave. Duration:
5h 20m
Frequency:
Thursday and Sunday
Estimated price:
$130.43–$478.26
Plane from Proserpine/Whitsunday Coast Airport to Toowoomba
Ave. Duration:
23h
Frequency:
Thursday, Saturday, and Sunday
Estimated price:
$184.78–$652.17
Plane from Proserpine/Whitsunday Coast Airport to Moree
Ave. Duration:
19h 10m
Frequency:
Monday, Thursday, Friday, and Sunday
Estimated price:
$206.52–$760.87
Plane from Proserpine/Whitsunday Coast Airport to Tamworth
Ave. Duration:
5h 40m
Frequency:
Monday, Thursday, Friday, and Sunday
Estimated price:
$119.57–$445.65
Plane from Proserpine/Whitsunday Coast Airport to Miles
Ave. Duration:
17h 45m
Frequency:
Monday and Tuesday
Estimated price:
$108.70–$597.83

Regional Express

Website:
rex.com.au/
Plane from Proserpine/Whitsunday Coast Airport to Toowoomba
Ave. Duration:
17h 5m
Frequency:
Tuesday, Wednesday, Saturday, and Sunday
Estimated price:
$130.43–$489.13

Link Airways

Website:
linkairways.com/
Plane from Proserpine/Whitsunday Coast Airport to Tamworth
Ave. Duration:
5h 5m
Frequency:
Monday, Thursday, Friday, and Sunday
Estimated price:
$206.52–$652.17

Train operators

Queensland Rail Travel

Phone:
1800 872 467
Website:
queenslandrailtravel.com.au/
Train from Bowen to Proserpine
Ave. Duration:
41 min
Frequency:
4 times a week
Estimated price:
$1.96–$141.42
Train from Bowen to Roma
Ave. Duration:
16h 35m
Frequency:
4 times a week
Estimated price:
$36.96–$2,615.51

Questions and Answers

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

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

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

The fastest way to get from Bowen to Lightning Ridge is to train and fly and bus which takes 12h 54m and costs $173.91 - $706.52 .

Is there a direct bus between Bowen and Lightning Ridge?

No, there is no direct bus from Bowen to Lightning Ridge. However, there are services departing from Bowen and arriving at Lightning Ridge via Brisbane City and St George. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 33h 15m.

How far is it from Bowen to Lightning Ridge?

The distance between Bowen and Lightning Ridge is 1749 km. The road distance is 1371.4 km.

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

The best way to get from Bowen to Lightning Ridge without a car is to train and bus which takes 29h 15m and costs $141.30 - $2934.78 .

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

It takes approximately 12h 54m to get from Bowen to Lightning Ridge, including transfers.

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

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

Where does the Bowen to Lightning Ridge bus arrive?

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

What is the time difference between Bowen and Lightning Ridge?

Lightning Ridge is 1h ahead of Bowen. It is currently 02:43 in Bowen and 03:43 in Lightning Ridge.

Can I drive from Bowen to Lightning Ridge?

Yes, the driving distance between Bowen to Lightning Ridge is 1371 km. It takes approximately 16h 25m to drive from Bowen 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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