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

The cheapest way to get from Tara to Tennant Creek is to taxi which costs $11 - $14 and takes 2h 16m.

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

The fastest way to get from Tara to Tennant Creek is to drive which takes 2h 16m and costs $40 - $60.

Is there a direct bus between Tara and Tennant Creek?

No, there is no direct bus from Tara to Tennant Creek. However, there are services departing from Barrow Creek and arriving at Tennant Creek via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 13m.

How far is it from Tara to Tennant Creek?

The distance between Tara and Tennant Creek is 239 km. The road distance is 227.1 km.

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

The best way to get from Tara to Tennant Creek without a car is to bus which takes 3h 13m and costs $55 - $100.

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

It takes approximately 3h 13m to get from Tara to Tennant Creek, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Tara to Tennant Creek bus from?

Tara to Tennant Creek bus services, operated by Greyhound Australia, depart from Barrow Creek station.

Where does the Tara to Tennant Creek bus arrive?

Tara to Tennant Creek bus services, operated by Greyhound Australia, arrive at Tennant Creek station.

Can I drive from Tara to Tennant Creek?

Yes, the driving distance between Tara to Tennant Creek is 227 km. It takes approximately 2h 16m to drive from Tara to Tennant Creek.

Where can I stay near Tennant Creek?

There are three+ hotels available in Tennant Creek.

Tara to Tennant Creek - 3 ways to travel via bus, car, and taxi

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There are 3 ways to get from Tara to Tennant Creek by bus (Greyhound), car, or taxi

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Bus (Greyhound)
best
1. Take the bus from Barrow Creek to Tennant Creekbus Darwin
3h 13m
$56–99
Taxi
cheapest
1. Take the taxi from Tara to Tennant Creektaxi 227.1 km
2h 16m
$11–14
Drive 227.1 km
1. Drive from Tara to Tennant Creekcar 227.1 km
2h 16m
$41–59

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Distance: 239.4 km
Duration: 3h 13m

What companies run services between Tara, NT, Australia and Tennant Creek, NT, Australia?

Greyhound Australia operates a bus from Barrow Creek to Tennant Creek 6 times a week. Tickets cost $45–85 and the journey takes 2h 50m.

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