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Cairns to Tennant Creek

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Transport providers

Bus operators

Greyhound Australia

Phone:
1300 473946
Website:
greyhound.com.au/
Bus from Alice Springs to Tennant
Ave. Duration:
6h 35m
Frequency:
6 times a week
Estimated price:
$57.24–$127.20
Bus from Adelaide to Alice
Ave. Duration:
20h 30m
Frequency:
6 times a week
Estimated price:
$152.64–$368.88

Trans North Bus & Coach

Phone:
+61 7 3036 2070
Website:
transnorthbus.com.au/
Bus from Cairns to Cooktown
Ave. Duration:
4h 45m
Frequency:
6 times a week
Estimated price:
$49.61–$76.32

Premier Motor Service

Phone:
13 34 10
Website:
premierms.com.au/
Bus from Cairns Central Station to Brisbane
Ave. Duration:
29h 5m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$139.92–$190.80

Centre Bush Bus

Phone:
+61 8 8953 0127
Website:
centrebushbus.com.au/
Bus from Alice Springs to Tennant
Ave. Duration:
9h 45m
Frequency:
Twice a week
Estimated price:
$108.12–$152.64

Train operators

Queensland Rail Travel

Phone:
1800 872 467
Website:
queenslandrailtravel.com.au/
Train from Cairns Central Station to Roma
Ave. Duration:
25h 20m
Frequency:
4 times a week
Estimated price:
$61.06–$4,498.63

Journey Beyond - Great Southern

Phone:
1800 703 357 (Outside AU +61 8 8213 4401)
Website:
journeybeyondrail.com.au/great-southern/
Train from Brisbane to Adelaide
Ave. Duration:
2d 21h
Frequency:
Once a week
Estimated price:
$1,596.61–$3,929.55

Journey Beyond - The Ghan

Phone:
1800 703 357 (Outside AU +61 8 8213 4401)
Website:
journeybeyondrail.com.au/the-ghan/
Train from Adelaide Parklands to Alice
Ave. Duration:
26h 30m
Frequency:
Twice a week
Estimated price:
$354.62–$715.20

Airlines

Airnorth

Website:
flyairnorth.com/
Plane from Cairns to Tennant
Ave. Duration:
24h 5m
Frequency:
Tuesday, Thursday, and Sunday
Estimated price:
$381.60–$1,144.79
Plane from Cairns to Alice
Ave. Duration:
2h 20m
Frequency:
Monday, Wednesday, and Friday
Estimated price:
$546.95–$1,653.58
Plane from Cooktown Airport to Tennant
Ave. Duration:
2d 4h
Frequency:
Monday and Wednesday
Estimated price:
$267.12–$763.19

Questions and Answers

What is the cheapest way to get from Cairns to Tennant Creek?

The cheapest way to get from Cairns to Tennant Creek is to drive which costs $228.26 - $336.96 and takes 19h 38m.

What is the fastest way to get from Cairns to Tennant Creek?

The fastest way to get from Cairns to Tennant Creek is to fly and bus which takes 11h 33m and costs $369.57 - $706.52 .

How far is it from Cairns to Tennant Creek?

The distance between Cairns and Tennant Creek is 1266 km. The road distance is 1827 km.

How do I travel from Cairns to Tennant Creek without a car?

The best way to get from Cairns to Tennant Creek without a car is to train and bus which takes 5 days 10h and costs $1630.43 - $8152.17 .

How long does it take to get from Cairns to Tennant Creek?

It takes approximately 25h 30m to get from Cairns to Tennant Creek, including transfers.

What is the time difference between Cairns and Tennant Creek?

Tennant Creek is 30 min behind Cairns. It is currently 20:03 in Cairns and 19:33 in Tennant Creek.

Can I drive from Cairns to Tennant Creek?

Yes, the driving distance between Cairns to Tennant Creek is 1827 km. It takes approximately 19h 38m to drive from Cairns to Tennant Creek.

Where can I stay near Tennant Creek?

There are three+ hotels available in Tennant Creek. Prices start at $99.67 per night.
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