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Lightning Ridge to Melbourne

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Transport providers

Bus operators

Transport for NSW

Phone:
131 500
Website:
transportnsw.info/
Train from Dubbo Station to Central
Ave. Duration:
6h 31m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$7.00–$17.81
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 Cootamundra
Ave. Duration:
4h 10m
Frequency:
6 times a week
Estimated price:
$0.14–$15.26
Bus from Cootamundra Station, Coach Bay 1 to Southern
Ave. Duration:
7h 20m
Frequency:
4 times a week
Estimated price:
$0.14–$22.90
Bus from Cootamundra Station, Coach Bay 1 to Gundagai
Ave. Duration:
46 min
Frequency:
6 times a week
Estimated price:
$0.14–$4.45

Firefly Express

Phone:
1300 730 740
Website:
fireflyexpress.com.au
Bus from Gundagai to Southern
Ave. Duration:
6h 15m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$40.70–$57.24

SkyBus

Phone:
+61 (0)3 9335 2811
Website:
skybus.com.au
Bus from Avalon Airport to Southern
Ave. Duration:
1h 10m
Frequency:
Every 3 hours
Estimated price:
$12.61

Airlines

Jetstar

Website:
jetstar.com/
Plane from Walgett Airport to Melbourne
Ave. Duration:
5h 55m
Frequency:
Monday
Estimated price:
$69.96–$330.72
Plane from Dubbo City Regional Airport to Avalon
Ave. Duration:
5h 5m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$127.20–$585.11

Qantas

Website:
qantas.com/
Plane from Dubbo City Regional Airport to Melbourne
Ave. Duration:
3h 57m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$267.12–$699.59
Plane from Orange Airport to Melbourne
Ave. Duration:
3h 35m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$267.12–$699.59
Plane from Walgett Airport to Melbourne
Ave. Duration:
8h 25m
Frequency:
Wednesday
Estimated price:
$178.08–$546.95
Plane from Dubbo City Regional Airport to Avalon
Ave. Duration:
5h 44m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$127.20–$585.11

Virgin Australia

Website:
virginaustralia.com
Plane from Dubbo City Regional Airport to Melbourne
Ave. Duration:
1h 55m
Frequency:
Friday
Estimated price:
$241.68–$635.99
Plane from Orange Airport to Melbourne
Ave. Duration:
1h 45m
Frequency:
Monday, Wednesday, Friday, and Sunday
Estimated price:
$203.52–$508.80
Plane from Walgett Airport to Melbourne
Ave. Duration:
5h 52m
Frequency:
Wednesday and Friday
Estimated price:
$108.12–$381.60

Link Airways

Website:
linkairways.com/
Plane from Dubbo City Regional Airport to Melbourne
Ave. Duration:
1h 55m
Frequency:
Friday
Estimated price:
$241.68–$635.99
Plane from Orange Airport to Melbourne
Ave. Duration:
1h 45m
Frequency:
Monday, Wednesday, Friday, and Sunday
Estimated price:
$203.52–$508.80

Train operators

NSW TrainLink XPT

Phone:
131 500
Website:
transportnsw.info/regional
Train from Cootamundra Station to Southern
Ave. Duration:
5h 43m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$27.98–$139.92
Train from Central Station to Southern
Ave. Duration:
10h 50m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$45.79–$178.08

Questions and Answers

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

The cheapest way to get from Lightning Ridge to Melbourne is to bus which costs $1 - $46.74 and takes 18h.

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

The fastest way to get from Lightning Ridge to Melbourne is to taxi and fly which takes 6h 45m and costs $184.78 - $445.65 .

Is there a direct bus between Lightning Ridge and Melbourne?

No, there is no direct bus from Lightning Ridge to Melbourne. However, there are services departing from Morilla St Opp Lightning Ridge Post Office and arriving at Southern Cross Coach Terminal, Spencer St via Dubbo Station, Coach Bay 1 and Cootamundra Station, Coach Bay 1. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 18h.

How far is it from Lightning Ridge to Melbourne?

The distance between Lightning Ridge and Melbourne is 1081 km. The road distance is 1175.5 km.

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

The best way to get from Lightning Ridge to Melbourne without a car is to bus and night train which takes 16h 23m and costs $23.91 - $152.17 .

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

It takes approximately 8h 1m to get from Lightning Ridge to Melbourne, including transfers.

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

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

Train, bus or fly from Lightning Ridge to Melbourne?

The best way to get from Lightning Ridge to Melbourne is to bus which takes 18h and costs $1 - $46.74 . There are no good options to train or fly between Lightning Ridge to Melbourne.

Where does the Lightning Ridge to Melbourne bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Lightning Ridge to Melbourne?

Yes, the driving distance between Lightning Ridge to Melbourne is 1175 km. It takes approximately 13h to drive from Lightning Ridge to Melbourne.

Where can I stay near Melbourne?

There are 4484+ hotels available in Melbourne. Prices start at $74.70 per night.
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