What is the cheapest way to get from Tennant Creek to Alice Springs?

The cheapest way to get from Tennant Creek to Alice Springs is to drive which costs $90 - $140 and takes 4h 31m.

What is the fastest way to get from Tennant Creek to Alice Springs?

The fastest way to get from Tennant Creek to Alice Springs is to fly which takes 1h 29m and costs $1,400 - $4,900.

Is there a direct bus between Tennant Creek and Alice Springs?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Tennant Creek and arriving at Alice Springs. Services depart six times a week, and operate Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday and Sunday. The journey takes approximately 5h 30m.

How far is it from Tennant Creek to Alice Springs?

The distance between Tennant Creek and Alice Springs is 479 km. The road distance is 508 km.

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

The best way to get from Tennant Creek to Alice Springs without a car is to bus which takes 5h 30m and costs $80 - $200.

How long does it take to get from Tennant Creek to Alice Springs?

It takes approximately 1h 29m to get from Tennant Creek to Alice Springs, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Tennant Creek to Alice Springs bus from?

Tennant Creek to Alice Springs bus services, operated by Greyhound Australia, depart from Tennant Creek station.

Bus or fly from Tennant Creek to Alice Springs?

The best way to get from Tennant Creek to Alice Springs is to fly which takes 1h 29m and costs $1,400 - $4,900. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $80 - $200 and takes 5h 30m.

Where does the Tennant Creek to Alice Springs bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Tennant Creek to Alice Springs?

Yes, the driving distance between Tennant Creek to Alice Springs is 508 km. It takes approximately 4h 31m to drive from Tennant Creek to Alice Springs.

How do I get a bus ticket from Tennant Creek to Alice Springs?

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Where can I stay near Alice Springs?

There are 21+ hotels available in Alice Springs.

Tennant Creek to Alice Springs - 3 ways to travel via plane, bus, and car

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There are 3 ways to get from Tennant Creek to Alice Springs by plane, bus (Greyhound), or car

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Fly
best
1. Fly from Tennant Creek (TCA) to Alice Springs Airport (ASP)plane TCA - ASP
1h 29m
$1,463–4,873
Bus
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1. Take the bus from Tennant Creek to Alice Springsbus Alice Springs
5h 30m
$80–200
Drive 508 km
1. Drive from Tennant Creek to Alice Springscar 508 km
4h 31m
$91–131

Tennant Creek to Alice Springs by bus

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Distance: 479.2 km
Duration: 1h 29m

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

Airnorth flies from Tennant Creek (TCA) to Alice Springs Airport (ASP) 3 times a week. Alternatively, Greyhound Australia operates a bus from Tennant Creek to Alice Springs 6 times a week. Tickets cost $80–180 and the journey takes 5h 30m. Centre Bush Bus also services this route twice a week.

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