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Cheapest and Fastest Ways to Travel from Lightning Ridge to Forbes

Composite routes from Lightning Ridge to Forbes

Cheapest
5 h 35 min
Car
509 km.
from $27

Transport providers

Bus operators

Transport for NSW

Phone:
131 500
Website:
transportnsw.info/
Bus from Morilla St Opp Lightning Ridge Post Office to Dubbo
Ave. Duration:
4h 30m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$0.14–$16.54
Bus from Dubbo Station, Coach Bay 1 to Forbes
Ave. Duration:
1h 55m
Frequency:
6 times a week
Estimated price:
$0.14–$8.27

Airlines

Air Link

Website:
airlinkairlines.com.au/
Plane from Lightning Ridge Airport to Dubbo
Ave. Duration:
1h 53m
Frequency:
Monday, Wednesday, and Friday
Estimated price:
$21.62–$305.28
Plane from Walgett Airport to Dubbo
Ave. Duration:
1h
Frequency:
Monday, Wednesday, and Friday
Estimated price:
$17.81–$305.28

Questions and Answers

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

The cheapest way to get from Lightning Ridge to Forbes is to bus which costs $1 - $20.65 and takes 7h 25m.

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

The fastest way to get from Lightning Ridge to Forbes is to taxi and fly and bus which takes 4h 57m and costs $141.30 - $434.78 .

Is there a direct bus between Lightning Ridge and Forbes?

No, there is no direct bus from Lightning Ridge to Forbes station. However, there are services departing from Morilla St Opp Lightning Ridge Post Office and arriving at Forbes Station, Coach Stop via Dubbo Station, Coach Bay 1. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 25m.

How far is it from Lightning Ridge to Forbes?

The distance between Lightning Ridge and Forbes is 510 km. The road distance is 506.6 km.

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

The best way to get from Lightning Ridge to Forbes without a car is to bus which takes 7h 25m and costs $1 - $20.65 .

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

It takes approximately 7h 25m to get from Lightning Ridge to Forbes, including transfers.

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

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

Where does the Lightning Ridge to Forbes bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Lightning Ridge to Forbes?

Yes, the driving distance between Lightning Ridge to Forbes is 507 km. It takes approximately 5h 30m to drive from Lightning Ridge to Forbes.

Where can I stay near Forbes?

There are nine+ hotels available in Forbes. Prices start at $62.77 per night.
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