How much is the bus ticket from Townsville to Tennant Creek?

The cheapest bus tickets from Townsville to Tennant Creek start from $237. The average price for this route is around $239. 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 trip duration from Townsville to Tennant Creek is 19h 30m, covering a distance of 822 miles (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 train operators operate on this route with 1 trains available per day.

What is the earliest and latest departure time 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 recommended mode of travel by Busbud.

Bus Townsville to Tennant Creek from $226 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures for Townsville to Tennant Creek on December 1
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	6:00am	Townsville	19h 30m	1:00am	Tennant Creek	CheapestFastest
Bus	6:00am	Townsville	19h 30m	1:00am	Tennant Creek	No tags
Bus	6:00am	Townsville	19h 30m	1:00am	Tennant Creek	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Last Tuesday at 5:18 AM AEST.

Get from Townsville to Tennant Creek

This route is served by bus only

The journey takes about 19 hours 30 minutes and with fares starting at just $237, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1bus per day

19h 30mAverage Duration

822 milesDistance

33kgCO₂ emissions

Compare bus companies

Greyhound Australia

4/52,368 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.7

Wifi3.8

Based on 2368 reviews, the company was rated 4.2 stars on Busbud. Travelers 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 $237

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Frequently asked questions about traveling 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 $237. The average price for this route is around $239. 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 trip duration from Townsville to Tennant Creek is 19h 30m, covering a distance of 822 miles (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 train operators operate on this route with 1 trains available per day.
What is the earliest and latest departure time 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 recommended mode of travel by Busbud.

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The cheapest trip from Townsville to Tennant Creek was searched and found on Dec 1, 2025 with a price of $226

To 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 $226 to $231 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 $226 which is on 2025-12-01.