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1563 km.
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16 h 2 min
1563 km.
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Transport providers

Airlines

Qantas

Website:
qantas.com/
Plane from Townsville Airport to Alice
Ave. Duration:
6h 2m
Frequency:
Tuesday, Saturday, and Sunday
Estimated price:
$369.57–$1,086.96

Virgin Australia

Website:
virginaustralia.com
Plane from Townsville Airport to Alice
Ave. Duration:
7h 17m
Frequency:
Tuesday and Thursday
Estimated price:
$250.00–$706.52

Airnorth

Website:
flyairnorth.com/
Plane from Townsville Airport to Tennant
Ave. Duration:
18h 30m
Frequency:
Sunday
Estimated price:
$293.48–$923.91
Plane from Townsville Airport to Alice
Ave. Duration:
6h 37m
Frequency:
Monday, Wednesday, and Friday
Estimated price:
$304.35–$869.57

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:
$36.96–$50.00

Greyhound Australia

Phone:
1300 473946
Website:
greyhound.com.au/
Bus from Townsville to Brisbane
Ave. Duration:
23h
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$130.43–$326.09
Bus from Adelaide to Alice
Ave. Duration:
20h 30m
Frequency:
6 times a week
Estimated price:
$130.43–$315.22
Bus from Alice Springs to Tennant
Ave. Duration:
6h 35m
Frequency:
6 times a week
Estimated price:
$48.91–$108.70

Premier Motor Service

Phone:
13 34 10
Email:
Website:
premierms.com.au/
Bus from Townsville to Brisbane
Ave. Duration:
23h 10m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$97.83–$141.30
Bus from Townsville to Chermside
Ave. Duration:
22h 45m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$97.83–$141.30

Centre Bush Bus

Phone:
+61 8 8953 0127
Email:
Website:
centrebushbus.com.au/
Bus from Alice Springs to Tennant
Ave. Duration:
9h 45m
Frequency:
Twice a week
Estimated price:
$92.39–$130.43

Train operators

Queensland Rail Travel

Phone:
1800 872 467
Website:
queenslandrailtravel.com.au/
Train from Townsville to Roma
Ave. Duration:
19h 4m
Frequency:
4 times a week
Estimated price:
$42.39–$3,055.14

Journey Beyond - Great Southern

Phone:
1800 703 357 (Outside AU +61 8 8213 4401)
Email:
Website:
journeybeyondrail.com.au/great-southern/
Train from Brisbane to Southern
Ave. Duration:
2d 2h
Frequency:
Twice a week
Estimated price:
$2,183.60–$2,831.51
Train from Brisbane to Adelaide
Ave. Duration:
2d 21h
Frequency:
Once a week
Estimated price:
$1,364.36–$3,357.93

Journey Beyond - The Ghan

Phone:
1800 703 357 (Outside AU +61 8 8213 4401)
Email:
Website:
journeybeyondrail.com.au/the-ghan/
Train from Adelaide Parklands to Alice
Ave. Duration:
26h 30m
Frequency:
Twice a week
Estimated price:
$303.03–$611.16

Questions and Answers

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

The cheapest way to get from Townsville to Tennant Creek is to drive which costs $184.78 - $282.61 and takes 16h 19m.

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

The fastest way to get from Townsville to Tennant Creek is to fly and bus which takes 13h 24m and costs $326.09 - $869.57 .

How far is it from Townsville to Tennant Creek?

The distance between Townsville and Tennant Creek is 1325 km. The road distance is 1563.3 km.

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

The best way to get from Townsville to Tennant Creek without a car is to bus and train via Melbourne which takes 4 days 18h and costs $2391.30 - $3695.65 .

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

It takes approximately 18h 36m to get from Townsville to Tennant Creek, including transfers.

What is the time difference between Townsville and Tennant Creek?

Tennant Creek is 30 min behind Townsville. It is currently 18:03 in Townsville and 17:33 in Tennant Creek.

Can I drive from Townsville to Tennant Creek?

Yes, the driving distance between Townsville to Tennant Creek is 1563 km. It takes approximately 16h 19m to drive from Townsville to Tennant Creek.

Which airlines fly from Townsville Airport Airport to Tennant Creek Airport?

Jetstar, Virgin Australia, Qantas and Airnorth offer flights from Townsville Airport Airport to Tennant Creek Airport.

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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