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How to Travel from

Mackay to Tennant Creek

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Transport providers

Airlines

Qantas

Website:
qantas.com/
Plane from Mackay to Alice
Ave. Duration:
6h 5m
Frequency:
Tuesday and Saturday
Estimated price:
$366.30–$1,136.79
Plane from Proserpine/Whitsunday Coast Airport to Alice
Ave. Duration:
21h 50m
Frequency:
Monday and Friday
Estimated price:
$277.88–$947.32

Virgin Australia

Website:
virginaustralia.com
Plane from Mackay to Alice
Ave. Duration:
7h
Frequency:
Tuesday and Thursday
Estimated price:
$239.99–$757.86
Plane from Proserpine/Whitsunday Coast Airport to Alice
Ave. Duration:
21h 45m
Frequency:
Monday and Wednesday
Estimated price:
$252.62–$821.01

Airnorth

Website:
flyairnorth.com/
Plane from Mackay to Tennant
Ave. Duration:
32h 41m
Frequency:
Tuesday and Thursday
Estimated price:
$252.62–$1,136.79
Plane from Moranbah Airport to Tennant
Ave. Duration:
20h 40m
Frequency:
Tuesday, Thursday, and Sunday
Estimated price:
$378.93–$1,136.79
Plane from Proserpine/Whitsunday Coast Airport to Tennant
Ave. Duration:
25h 25m
Frequency:
Thursday and Sunday
Estimated price:
$442.08–$1,389.41

Bus operators

Firefly Express

Phone:
1300 730 740
Website:
fireflyexpress.com.au
Bus from Southern Cross Coach Terminal to Adelaide
Ave. Duration:
10h 15m
Frequency:
3 times a day
Estimated price:
$40.42–$56.84

Greyhound Australia

Phone:
1300 473946
Website:
greyhound.com.au/
Bus from Mackay to Brisbane
Ave. Duration:
16h 20m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$107.36–$265.25
Bus from Adelaide to Alice
Ave. Duration:
20h 30m
Frequency:
6 times a week
Estimated price:
$138.94–$353.67
Bus from Alice Springs to Tennant
Ave. Duration:
6h 35m
Frequency:
6 times a week
Estimated price:
$54.31–$119.99

Premier Motor Service

Phone:
13 34 10
Website:
premierms.com.au/
Bus from Mackay to Brisbane
Ave. Duration:
17h
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$82.10–$113.68

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:
$101.05–$138.94

Train operators

Queensland Rail Travel

Phone:
1800 872 467
Website:
queenslandrailtravel.com.au/
Train from Mackay to Roma
Ave. Duration:
13h 41m
Frequency:
4 times a week
Estimated price:
$34.10–$2,444.76
Train from Mackay to Proserpine
Ave. Duration:
1h 28m
Frequency:
4 times a week
Estimated price:
$4.42–$314.34

Journey Beyond - Great Southern

Phone:
1800 703 357 (Outside AU +61 8 8213 4401)
Website:
journeybeyondrail.com.au/great-southern/
Train from Brisbane to Southern
Ave. Duration:
2d 2h
Frequency:
Twice a week
Estimated price:
$2,435.13–$3,157.67
Train from Brisbane to Adelaide
Ave. Duration:
2d 21h
Frequency:
Once a week
Estimated price:
$1,521.53–$3,744.75

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:
$337.94–$681.57

Questions and Answers

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

The cheapest way to get from Mackay to Tennant Creek is to drive which costs $228.26 - $336.96 and takes 21h 2m.

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

The fastest way to get from Mackay to Tennant Creek is to fly and bus which takes 15h 18m and costs $282.61 - $815.22 .

How far is it from Mackay to Tennant Creek?

The distance between Mackay and Tennant Creek is 1582 km. The road distance is 1898.7 km.

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

The best way to get from Mackay to Tennant Creek without a car is to bus and train which takes 4 days 12h and costs $2282.61 - $3478.26 .

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

It takes approximately 33h 40m to get from Mackay to Tennant Creek, including transfers.

What is the time difference between Mackay and Tennant Creek?

Tennant Creek is 30 min behind Mackay. It is currently 19:00 in Mackay and 18:30 in Tennant Creek.

Can I drive from Mackay to Tennant Creek?

Yes, the driving distance between Mackay to Tennant Creek is 1899 km. It takes approximately 21h 2m to drive from Mackay to Tennant Creek.

Where can I stay near Tennant Creek?

There are three+ hotels available in Tennant Creek. Prices start at $95.65 per night.
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