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

The cheapest way to get from Ballina to Lightning Ridge is to drive which costs $120 - $190 and takes 8h 26m.

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

The fastest way to get from Ballina to Lightning Ridge is to drive which takes 8h 26m and costs $120 - $190.

Is there a direct bus between Ballina and Lightning Ridge?

No, there is no direct bus from Ballina to Lightning Ridge. However, there are services departing from Ballina Hospital, Bentinck St and arriving at Lightning Ridge via Byron Bay Bus Interchange Station and Brisbane City. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 16h 52m.

How far is it from Ballina to Lightning Ridge?

The distance between Ballina and Lightning Ridge is 987 km. The road distance is 706 km.

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

The best way to get from Ballina to Lightning Ridge without a car is to bus which takes 16h 52m and costs $190 - $330.

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

It takes approximately 16h 52m to get from Ballina to Lightning Ridge, including transfers.

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

Ballina to Lightning Ridge bus services, operated by Brisbane 2 Byron Express Bus, depart from Byron Bay Bus Interchange Station.

Where does the Ballina to Lightning Ridge bus arrive?

Ballina to Lightning Ridge bus services, operated by Brisbane 2 Byron Express Bus, arrive at Brisbane Roma Street station.

Can I drive from Ballina to Lightning Ridge?

Yes, the driving distance between Ballina to Lightning Ridge is 706 km. It takes approximately 8h 26m to drive from Ballina to Lightning Ridge.

Where can I stay near Lightning Ridge?

There are 13+ hotels available in Lightning Ridge.

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There are 5 ways to get from Ballina to Lightning Ridge by bus, car, or plane

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Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Byron Bay Bus Interchange Station to Brisbane Roma Streetbus
2. Take the bus from Brisbane City to Lightning Ridgebus
16h 52m
$199–321
Drive 706 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Ballina to Lightning Ridgecar 706 km
8h 26m
$126–182
Fly, bus
1. Fly from Ballina Byron Gateway Airport (BNK) to Moree Airport (MRZ)plane BNK - MRZ
2. Take the bus from Moree to Goondiwindibus
3. Take the bus from Goondiwindi to Lightning Ridgebus
18h 19m
$650–999
Bus via Goondiwindi
1. Take the bus from Ballina CBD Tamar St Bus Interchange to Brisbane Roma Streetbus
2. Take the bus from Brisbane Roma Street to Goondiwindibus
3. Take the bus from Goondiwindi to Lightning Ridgebus
17h 37m
$264–527
Bus #2
1. Take the bus from Ballina to Brisbanebus Pm12
2. Take the bus from Brisbane City to Lightning Ridgebus
17h 45m
$191–277

Ballina to Lightning Ridge by bus

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16h 52mAverage Duration

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Distance: 986.7 km
Duration: 16h 52m

What companies run services between Ballina, NSW, Australia and Lightning Ridge, NSW, Australia?

You can take a bus from Ballina Hospital, Bentinck St to Lightning Ridge via Byron Bay Bus Interchange Station, Brisbane Roma Street, and Brisbane City in around 16h 52m.

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