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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
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 | Bus | Townsville | Tennant Creek | CheapestFastest | ||||
| Bus | Townsville | Tennant Creek | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Townsville | Tennant Creek | No tags |
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Get from Townsville to Tennant Creek
The journey takes about 19 hours 30 minutes, and with fares starting at just $340, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
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Based on 2369 reviews, the company was rated 4.2 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the staff but often complained with the WiFi. Greyhound Australia ticket prices on this trip start at $340
Frequently asked questions about travelling from Townsville to Tennant Creek by bus
Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.
How much is the bus ticket from Townsville to Tennant Creek?
The cheapest bus tickets from Townsville to Tennant Creek start from $340. The average price for this route is around $342. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus ride from Townsville to Tennant Creek?
The average bus travel time from Townsville to Tennant Creek is 19h 30m, covering a distance of 1326 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 19h 30m and is operated by Greyhound Australia.
Which bus companies service the Townsville to Tennant Creek route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 1 buses available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Townsville to Tennant Creek?
The earliest bus departs from Townsville to Tennant Creek at 6:00am. And the latest bus departs at 6:00am.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Townsville to Tennant Creek?
A bus trip from Townsville to Tennant Creek generates an estimated 33 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.
Find cheapest prices for buses
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Townsville to Tennant Creek was searched and found on Dec 1, 2025 with a price of $323To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Townsville to Tennant Creek, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $323 to $332 for a bus ticket from Townsville to Tennant Creek based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $323 which is on 2025-12-01.
