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Ballarat to Lightning Ridge

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Transport providers

Bus operators

Transport for NSW

Phone:
131 500
Website:
transportnsw.info/
Train from Central Station to Dubbo
Ave. Duration:
6h 26m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$7.63–$17.81
Bus from Dubbo Station, Coach Bay 3 to Morilla
Ave. Duration:
4h 30m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$0.14–$16.54
Bus from Cootamundra Station, Coach Bay 2 to Dubbo
Ave. Duration:
4h 2m
Frequency:
6 times a week
Estimated price:
$0.14–$15.26
Bus from Southern Cross Coach Terminal, Spencer St to Cootamundra
Ave. Duration:
7h 20m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$0.14–$24.17
Bus from Gundagai Visitor Information Centre, Sheridan St to Cootamundra
Ave. Duration:
45 min
Frequency:
6 times a week
Estimated price:
$0.14–$4.58

Firefly Express

Phone:
1300 730 740
Website:
fireflyexpress.com.au
Bus from Ballarat to Southern
Ave. Duration:
1h 35m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$43.25–$58.51
Bus from Southern Cross Coach Terminal to Gundagai
Ave. Duration:
6h 5m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$43.25–$58.51

Ballarat Airport Shuttle Bus

Phone:
03 5333 4181
Website:
airportshuttlebus.com.au/
Bus from Ballarat to Melbourne
Ave. Duration:
1h 30m
Frequency:
Every 3 hours
Estimated price:
$35.73

Airlines

Qantas

Website:
qantas.com/
Plane from Melbourne Airport to Dubbo
Ave. Duration:
3h 23m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$279.84–$699.59
Plane from Avalon Airport to Dubbo
Ave. Duration:
5h 48m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$101.76–$432.48

Link Airways

Website:
linkairways.com/
Plane from Melbourne Airport to Dubbo
Ave. Duration:
1h 45m
Frequency:
Friday
Estimated price:
$203.52–$432.48

Air Link

Website:
airlinkairlines.com.au/
Plane from Avalon Airport to Walgett
Ave. Duration:
21h 45m
Frequency:
Tuesday, Thursday, and Sunday
Estimated price:
$108.12–$445.20

Train operators

NSW TrainLink XPT

Phone:
131 500
Website:
transportnsw.info/regional
Train from Southern Cross to Cootamundra
Ave. Duration:
5h 45m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$29.26–$139.92
Train from Southern Cross to Central
Ave. Duration:
11h 18m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$48.34–$178.08

V/Line

Phone:
1800 800 007
Website:
vline.com.au/
Train from Ballarat to Southern
Ave. Duration:
1h 28m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$5.34–$7.63
Train from Ballarat to Footscray
Ave. Duration:
1h 18m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$5.34–$7.00

Questions and Answers

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

The cheapest way to get from Ballarat to Lightning Ridge is to train and night train and bus which costs $29.35 - $163.04 and takes 18h 45m.

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

The fastest way to get from Ballarat to Lightning Ridge is to bus and fly which takes 9h 51m and costs $195.65 - $543.48 .

Is there a direct bus between Ballarat and Lightning Ridge?

No, there is no direct bus from Ballarat to Lightning Ridge. However, there are services departing from Ballarat and arriving at Morilla St Opp Lightning Ridge Post Office via Southern Cross Coach Terminal, Spencer St, Cootamundra Station, Coach Bay 2 and Dubbo Station, Coach Bay 3. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 20h 27m.

How far is it from Ballarat to Lightning Ridge?

The distance between Ballarat and Lightning Ridge is 1178 km. The road distance is 1266.7 km.

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

The best way to get from Ballarat to Lightning Ridge without a car is to train and night train and bus which takes 18h 45m and costs $29.35 - $163.04 .

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

It takes approximately 9h 51m to get from Ballarat to Lightning Ridge, including transfers.

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

Ballarat to Lightning Ridge bus services, operated by Firefly Express, depart from Ballarat station.

Where does the Ballarat to Lightning Ridge bus arrive?

Ballarat to Lightning Ridge bus services, operated by Firefly Express, arrive at Southern Cross Coach Terminal station.

Can I drive from Ballarat to Lightning Ridge?

Yes, the driving distance between Ballarat to Lightning Ridge is 1267 km. It takes approximately 13h 56m to drive from Ballarat 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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