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678 km.
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Cheapest and Fastest Ways to Travel from Gold Coast to Lightning Ridge

Composite routes from Gold Coast to Lightning Ridge

Cheapest
8 h 8 min
Car
678 km.
from $37
Other
13 h 55 min
552 km.
from $187.76
10 h 53 min
Train, Bus, Plane
552 km.
from $376.91
15 h 18 min
Train
550 km.
from $181.79

Transport providers

Bus operators
Found: 4
Translink
Website
Greyhound Australia
Website
Premier Motor Service
Website
Murrays Coaches
Website
Translink
Website
1h 3m
Every 30 minutes
$3.15–$4.46
13 12 30
13 12 30
Call
Greyhound Australia
Website
1h 45m
4 times a day
$17.39–$28.26
1300 473946
1300 473946
Call
Premier Motor Service
Website
1h 20m
Once daily
$14.13–$19.57
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
Airlines
Found: 1
Regional Express
Website
Regional Express
Website
1h
Wednesday and Sunday
$92.39–$282.61

Questions and Answers

What is the cheapest way to get from Gold Coast to Lightning Ridge?

The cheapest way to get from Gold Coast to Lightning Ridge is to drive which costs $97.83 - $152.17 and takes 8h 34m.

What is the fastest way to get from Gold Coast to Lightning Ridge?

The fastest way to get from Gold Coast to Lightning Ridge is to drive which takes 8h 34m and costs $97.83 - $152.17 .

Is there a direct bus between Gold Coast and Lightning Ridge?

No, there is no direct bus from Gold Coast to Lightning Ridge. However, there are services departing from Surfers Paradise and arriving at Lightning Ridge via Brisbane City and St George. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 13h 55m.

How far is it from Gold Coast to Lightning Ridge?

The distance between Gold Coast and Lightning Ridge is 873 km. The road distance is 789.9 km.

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

The best way to get from Gold Coast to Lightning Ridge without a car is to bus which takes 13h 55m and costs $108.70 - $163.04 .

How long does it take to get from Gold Coast to Lightning Ridge?

It takes approximately 13h 55m to get from Gold Coast to Lightning Ridge, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Gold Coast to Lightning Ridge bus from?

Gold Coast to Lightning Ridge bus services, operated by Premier Motor Service, depart from Surfers Paradise station.

Where does the Gold Coast to Lightning Ridge bus arrive?

Gold Coast to Lightning Ridge bus services, operated by Premier Motor Service, arrive at Brisbane Roma Street station.

What is the time difference between Gold Coast and Lightning Ridge?

Lightning Ridge is 1h ahead of Gold Coast. It is currently 21:26 in Gold Coast and 22:26 in Lightning Ridge.

Can I drive from Gold Coast to Lightning Ridge?

Yes, the driving distance between Gold Coast to Lightning Ridge is 790 km. It takes approximately 8h 34m to drive from Gold Coast 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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