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2411 km.
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Cheapest and Fastest Ways to Travel from Lightning Ridge to Alice Springs

Composite routes from Lightning Ridge to Alice Springs

Cheapest
26 h 9 min
Car
2411 km.
from $132
Other
11 h 51 min
Bus, Plane
1537 km.
from $761.10
43 h 45 min
1536 km.
from $301
2 d 2 h 8 min
Bus, Train
1537 km.
from $658.29
21 h 10 min
Taxi, Plane
1537 km.
from $659.51
28 h 8 min
Bus, Plane
1537 km.
from $615.72
17 h 11 min
Bus, Plane
1537 km.
from $410.01
2 d 18 h 21 min
Bus, Train
1537 km.
from $1817.62

Transport providers

Bus operators
Found: 4
Transport for NSW
Website
Greyhound Australia
Website
Murrays Coaches
Website
Crisps Coaches
Website
Transport for NSW
Website
6h 31m
Twice daily
$6.95–$17.68
131 500
131 500
Call
Greyhound Australia
Website
20h 30m
6 times a week
$138.94–$353.67
1300 473946
1300 473946
Call
Murrays Coaches
Website
3h 35m
Twice a week
$32.84–$45.47
(61) 13 22 51
(61) 13 22 51
[email protected]
Call Contact via email
Crisps Coaches
Website
1h 30m
Once a week
$17.68–$54.31
+61 (07) 4661 8333
+61 (07) 4661 8333
[email protected]
Call Contact via email
Airlines
Found: 2
Qantas
Website
Virgin Australia
Website
Qantas
Website
6h
Monday, Wednesday, Thursday, and Friday
$416.82–$1,263.10
Virgin Australia
Website
7h 20m
Tuesday and Thursday
$214.73–$694.70
Train operators
Found: 2
Journey Beyond - Indian Pacific
Website
Journey Beyond - The Ghan
Website
Journey Beyond - Indian Pacific
Website
25h 50m
Once a week
$757.86–$2,652.51
1800 703 357
1800 703 357
[email protected]
Call Contact via email
Journey Beyond - The Ghan
Website
26h 30m
Twice a week
$337.94–$681.57
1800 703 357 (Outside AU +61 8 8213 4401)
1800 703 357 (Outside AU +61 8 8213 4401)
[email protected]
Call Contact via email

Questions and Answers

What is the cheapest way to get from Lightning Ridge to Alice Springs?

The cheapest way to get from Lightning Ridge to Alice Springs is to bus which costs $119.57 - $369.57 and takes 43h 45m.

What is the fastest way to get from Lightning Ridge to Alice Springs?

The fastest way to get from Lightning Ridge to Alice Springs is to bus and fly which takes 11h 51m and costs $391.30 - $1195.65 .

Is there a direct bus between Lightning Ridge and Alice Springs?

No, there is no direct bus from Lightning Ridge to Alice Springs. However, there are services departing from Morilla St Opp Lightning Ridge Post Office and arriving at Alice Springs via Dubbo Station, Coach Bay 1, Blende St After Bromide St and Adelaide. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 43h 45m.

How far is it from Lightning Ridge to Alice Springs?

The distance between Lightning Ridge and Alice Springs is 2094 km. The road distance is 2563.7 km.

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

The best way to get from Lightning Ridge to Alice Springs without a car is to bus which takes 43h 45m and costs $119.57 - $369.57 .

How long does it take to get from Lightning Ridge to Alice Springs?

It takes approximately 11h 51m to get from Lightning Ridge to Alice Springs, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Lightning Ridge to Alice Springs bus from?

Lightning Ridge to Alice Springs bus services, operated by Transport for NSW, depart from Morilla St Opp Lightning Ridge Post Office station.

Where does the Lightning Ridge to Alice Springs bus arrive?

Lightning Ridge to Alice Springs bus services, operated by Transport for NSW, arrive at Dubbo Station, Coach Bay 3.

What is the time difference between Lightning Ridge and Alice Springs?

Alice Springs is 1h 30m behind Lightning Ridge. It is currently 20:52 in Lightning Ridge and 19:22 in Alice Springs.

Can I drive from Lightning Ridge to Alice Springs?

Yes, the driving distance between Lightning Ridge to Alice Springs is 2564 km. It takes approximately 25h 57m to drive from Lightning Ridge to Alice Springs.

Where can I stay near Alice Springs?

There are 25+ hotels available in Alice Springs. Prices start at $16.74 per night.
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