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Cheapest and Fastest Ways to Travel from Mackay to Lightning Ridge

Composite routes from Mackay to Lightning Ridge

Cheapest
13 h 17 min
Car
1171 km.
from $64
Other
11 h 26 min
Bus, Plane
926 km.
from $327.77
26 h 16 min
Train
927 km.
from $1291.17
28 h 55 min
927 km.
from $353.38
18 h 16 min
Bus, Plane
926 km.
from $445
29 h 47 min
926 km.
from $211.98

Transport providers

Bus operators
Found: 4
Transport for NSW
Website
Greyhound Australia
Website
Premier Motor Service
Website
Murrays Coaches
Website
Transport for NSW
Website
4h 30m
Twice daily
$0.14–$16.54
131 500
131 500
Call
Greyhound Australia
Website
16h 20m
Twice daily
$114.48–$279.84
1300 473946
1300 473946
Call
Premier Motor Service
Website
17h
Once daily
$82.68–$120.84
13 34 10
13 34 10
[email protected]
Call Contact via email
Murrays Coaches
Website
8h
Once daily
$76.32–$114.48
(61) 13 22 51
(61) 13 22 51
[email protected]
Call Contact via email
Airlines
Found: 4
Qantas
Website
Virgin Australia
Website
Link Airways
Website
Air Link
Website
Qantas
Website
6h 23m
Every day
$318.00–$953.99
Virgin Australia
Website
5h 43m
Monday, Wednesday, and Thursday
$165.36–$890.39
Link Airways
Website
6h 30m
Monday and Wednesday
$279.84–$890.39
Air Link
Website
22h 47m
Thursday
$165.36–$890.39
Train operators
Found: 1
Queensland Rail Travel
Website
Queensland Rail Travel
Website
13h 41m
4 times a week
$35.62–$2,565.41
1800 872 467
1800 872 467
Call

Questions and Answers

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

The cheapest way to get from Mackay to Lightning Ridge is to drive which costs $141.30 - $217.39 and takes 14h 11m.

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

The fastest way to get from Mackay to Lightning Ridge is to fly and bus which takes 11h 26m and costs $152.17 - $521.74 .

Is there a direct bus between Mackay and Lightning Ridge?

No, there is no direct bus from Mackay to Lightning Ridge. However, there are services departing from Mackay and arriving at Lightning Ridge via Brisbane City and St George. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 28h 55m.

How far is it from Mackay to Lightning Ridge?

The distance between Mackay and Lightning Ridge is 1603 km. The road distance is 1209.7 km.

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

The best way to get from Mackay to Lightning Ridge without a car is to train and bus which takes 26h 16m and costs $119.57 - $2391.30 .

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

It takes approximately 11h 26m to get from Mackay to Lightning Ridge, including transfers.

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

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

Where does the Mackay to Lightning Ridge bus arrive?

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

What is the time difference between Mackay and Lightning Ridge?

Lightning Ridge is 1h ahead of Mackay. It is currently 20:07 in Mackay and 21:07 in Lightning Ridge.

Can I drive from Mackay to Lightning Ridge?

Yes, the driving distance between Mackay to Lightning Ridge is 1210 km. It takes approximately 14h 11m to drive from Mackay 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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