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How to Travel from

Tennant Creek to Cairns

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Transport providers

Airlines

Qantas

Website:
qantas.com/
Plane from Tennant Creek to Cairns
Ave. Duration:
33h
Frequency:
Monday, Wednesday, and Friday
Estimated price:
$315.77–$947.32

Virgin Australia

Website:
virginaustralia.com
Plane from Tennant Creek to Cairns
Ave. Duration:
35h 20m
Frequency:
Monday and Wednesday
Estimated price:
$227.36–$631.55

Airnorth

Website:
flyairnorth.com/
Plane from Tennant Creek to Cairns
Ave. Duration:
2d 3h
Frequency:
Monday and Wednesday
Estimated price:
$239.99–$694.70

Bus operators

Greyhound Australia

Phone:
1300 473946
Website:
greyhound.com.au/
Bus from Tennant Creek to Alice
Ave. Duration:
5h 30m
Frequency:
6 times a week
Estimated price:
$56.84–$126.31
Bus from Alice Springs to Adelaide
Ave. Duration:
19h 55m
Frequency:
6 times a week
Estimated price:
$151.57–$366.30

Premier Motor Service

Phone:
13 34 10
Website:
premierms.com.au/
Bus from Brisbane Roma Street to Cairns
Ave. Duration:
29h 30m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$138.94–$189.46

Centre Bush Bus

Phone:
+61 8 8953 0127
Website:
centrebushbus.com.au/
Bus from Tennant Creek to Alice
Ave. Duration:
9h 30m
Frequency:
Twice a week
Estimated price:
$107.36–$151.57

Train operators

Queensland Rail Travel

Phone:
1800 872 467
Website:
queenslandrailtravel.com.au/
Train from Roma Street to Cairns
Ave. Duration:
25h 20m
Frequency:
4 times a week
Estimated price:
$60.63–$4,467.19

Journey Beyond - Great Southern

Phone:
1800 703 357 (Outside AU +61 8 8213 4401)
Website:
journeybeyondrail.com.au/great-southern/
Train from Adelaide to Brisbane
Ave. Duration:
2d 8h
Frequency:
Once a week
Estimated price:
$1,585.46–$3,902.09

Journey Beyond - The Ghan

Phone:
1800 703 357 (Outside AU +61 8 8213 4401)
Website:
journeybeyondrail.com.au/the-ghan/
Train from Alice Springs to Adelaide
Ave. Duration:
23h 15m
Frequency:
Once a week
Estimated price:
$352.14–$710.20

Questions and Answers

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

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

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

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

How far is it from Tennant Creek to Cairns?

The distance between Tennant Creek and Cairns is 1265 km. The road distance is 1827.2 km.

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

The best way to get from Tennant Creek to Cairns without a car is to bus and train via Adelaide which takes 4 days 18h and costs $1630.43 - $8152.17 .

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

It takes approximately 34h 15m to get from Tennant Creek to Cairns, including transfers.

What is the time difference between Tennant Creek and Cairns?

Cairns is 30 min ahead of Tennant Creek. It is currently 17:31 in Tennant Creek and 18:01 in Cairns.

Can I drive from Tennant Creek to Cairns?

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

Where can I stay near Cairns?

There are 827+ hotels available in Cairns. Prices start at $72.26 per night.
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