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Tennant Creek

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A genuine Outback Australia experience

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Tennant Creek is a place that tells a different story about Australia. Located in the Northern Territory’s vast inland landscape, it is shaped by wide open spaces, rich history and a strong connection to the land that surrounds it.

Known as the “Heart of Gold”, the town’s mining heritage remains an important part of its identity, while its location in the centre of the country has made it a crossroads for travellers, communities and cultures for generations. Life here is defined by resilience, practicality and a deep appreciation for the outback environment.

A bus to Tennant Creek arrives in a destination that feels unmistakably Australian. From the endless horizons to the sense of space that stretches in every direction, Tennant Creek offers an authentic connection to the Northern Territory and the spirit of the outback.

Greyhound stops

Tennant Creek
BP Service Station, 204 Paterson St, Tennant Creek NT

Top Tennant Creek attractions

karlu-karlu-tennant-creek-600×250 KARLU KARLU Also known as The Devils Marbles, these iconic granite boulders are scattered one hour south of Tennant Creek. Believed by the Warumungu Aboriginal people to be the eggs of the Rainbow Serpent, they glow red in the sun and appear to change colour at sunrise and sunset.
the-pebbles-tennant-creek-600×250 KUNJARRA Also known as The Pebbles, this rock formation can be found 15km (9mi) north of Tennant Creek. Surrounded by local myth and legend, the Warumungu Aboriginal people believe this site is related to Karlu Karlu, and carry out dancing and healing rituals here.
battery-hill-mining-tennant-creek-600×250 BATTERY HILL MINING CENTRE Relive Australia’s last gold rush on an underground tour of the Battery Hill Mining Centre, less than 2km (1.2mi) from the centre of Tennant Creek. A converted mine, this popular tourist attraction offers insights into the industry that built Tennant Creek in the 1930s.
tingkkarli-tennant-creek-600×250 TINGKKARLI An Outback oasis located 5km (3mi) north of Tennant Creek, Tingkkarli – also known as Lake Mary Ann – is a great place to swim, fish, canoe and feed friendly ducks. You’ll also find excellent bushwalking tracks and wildlife watching areas here.
aborigional-art-tennant-creek NYINKKA NYUNYU ART & CULTURAL CENTRE Owned and operated by local Aboriginal people, Nyinkka Nyunyu is the place to learn more about the region’s culture. Located right in the middle of town, the cultural centre offers interactive displays, rare artwork and masterful storytelling.
telegraph-station-tennant-creek-600×250 TENNANT CREEK TELEGRAPH STATION Built in 1872, the Tennant Creek Telegraph Station was an essential part of the Overland Telegraph Line that once linked Australia to the outside world. Located 12km (7.5mi) north of town, you can take a self-guided walk of the stone buildings here.

Frequently Asked Questions

How can I buy a bus ticket to Tennant Creek?
Simply enter in your origin location and pick your dates in the booking widget at the top of the page and follow the booking procedure to book your trip to Tennant Creek.
Your ticket to Tennant Creek includes one carry-on bag (up to 8kg) plus two checked bags (up to 20kg each) at no extra cost. Extra bags can be added for $10 each, up to two additional pieces. Prams and wheelchairs travel free regardless of your baggage total. Full details are on our baggage page.
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