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7 h 14 min
604 km.
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Cheapest and Fastest Ways to Travel from Katoomba to Lightning Ridge

Composite routes from Katoomba to Lightning Ridge

Cheapest
7 h 14 min
Car
604 km.
from $33
Other
10 h 12 min
Train, Bus
524 km.
from $19.15
10 h 40 min
525 km.
from $46.17
7 h 44 min
Train, Plane
525 km.
from $341.05
9 h 58 min
Train, Plane
525 km.
from $177.01
8 h 4 min
Plane
525 km.
from $237.02
6 h 52 min
Train, Plane
525 km.
from $343.32

Transport providers

Bus operators
Found: 2
Transport for NSW
Website
Australia Wide Coaches
Website
Transport for NSW
Website
4h 42m
Twice daily
$6.32–$15.16
131 500
131 500
Call
Australia Wide Coaches
Website
1h 20m
6 times a week
$22.74–$32.84
02 9516 1300
02 9516 1300
[email protected]
Call Contact via email
Airlines
Found: 4
Qantas
Website
Regional Express
Website
Link Airways
Website
Air Link
Website
Qantas
Website
1h 5m
Every day
$164.20–$391.56
Regional Express
Website
1h 10m
Every day
$126.31–$303.14
Link Airways
Website
30 min
Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, and Sunday
$189.46–$303.14
Air Link
Website
1h
Monday, Wednesday, and Friday
$26.53–$378.93
Train operators
Found: 1
Intercity Train
Website
Intercity Train
Website
1h 49m
Twice daily
$8.84–$13.89
131 500
131 500
Call

Questions and Answers

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

The cheapest way to get from Katoomba to Lightning Ridge is to train and bus which costs $5.98 - $27.17 and takes 10h 12m.

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

The fastest way to get from Katoomba to Lightning Ridge is to train and fly and taxi which takes 6h 52m and costs $217.39 - $467.39 .

Is there a direct bus between Katoomba and Lightning Ridge?

No, there is no direct bus from Katoomba to Lightning Ridge. However, there are services departing from Katoomba and arriving at Morilla St Opp Lightning Ridge Post Office via Bathurst Station, Coach Stop and Dubbo Station, Coach Bay 3. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 10h 40m.

How far is it from Katoomba to Lightning Ridge?

The distance between Katoomba and Lightning Ridge is 710 km. The road distance is 624.7 km.

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

The best way to get from Katoomba to Lightning Ridge without a car is to train and bus which takes 10h 12m and costs $5.98 - $27.17 .

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

It takes approximately 10h 12m to get from Katoomba to Lightning Ridge, including transfers.

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

Katoomba to Lightning Ridge bus services, operated by Australia Wide Coaches, depart from Katoomba station.

Where does the Katoomba to Lightning Ridge bus arrive?

Katoomba to Lightning Ridge bus services, operated by Australia Wide Coaches, arrive at Bathurst Station, Coach Stop.

Can I drive from Katoomba to Lightning Ridge?

Yes, the driving distance between Katoomba to Lightning Ridge is 625 km. It takes approximately 7h 22m to drive from Katoomba 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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