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Car rental rates in Tennant Creek, Northern Territory
Tennant Creek is the seventh largest town in the Northern Territory and is located on the Stuart Highway a little over half way between Darwin and Alice Springs.
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Compact SUV
View offerTravel 22 Aug - 27 Aug 2026
from AUD $174/day
Compact Car
View offerTravel 22 Aug - 27 Aug 2026
from AUD $184/day
Special
View offerTravel 22 Aug - 27 Aug 2026
from AUD $195/day
Intermediate SUV
View offerTravel 20 Aug - 23 Aug 2026
from AUD $240/day
Fullsize Ute (double cab)
View offerTravel 22 Aug - 27 Aug 2026
from AUD $264/day
Fullsize SUV
View offerTravel 22 Aug - 27 Aug 2026
from AUD $287/day
Rental rate prices displayed are AUD and were available in response to a search at 12:01 am on August 19, 2026 by an Australian resident aged between 30 and 69 years old, for the specified travel dates, with a pickup and return time of 10:00 am. Rates and vehicle availability may change without notice. Use our price comparison tool to get current rental rates. Rates include all mandatory fees for the rental and exclude credit card surcharges and extras.
Rates are in AUD and were last updated on 19 August, 2026
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- 25 Jul 2026tasman o.Booked: Toyota Camry or similarLaunceston Airport
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Quick facts on hiring a car in Tennant Creek
| 🚗 Vehicle types | Car, Pick up (double cab), Pick up (single/extended cab) and SUV. |
|---|---|
| 🔑 No. of depots | Two car rental depots in Tennant Creek. |
| ✅ Rental brands | Hertz and Thrifty. |
Car models commonly available in Tennant Creek
Mazda vehicles for hire in Tennant Creek
Mazda CX-30
5
4
2 large, 2 small
ProvidersThrifty, Hertz
Mazda CX-5
5
4
2 large, 2 small
ProvidersHertz
Toyota vehicles for hire in Tennant Creek
Mine Equipped Toyota Landcruiser Dual Cab Tray
5
4
ProvidersThrifty, Hertz
Mine Equipped Toyota Landcruiser Single Cab
2
2
ProvidersHertz
Mine Equipped Toyota Prado
5
4
4 large, 2 small
ProvidersHertz
Toyota Corolla
5
4
1 large, 1 small
ProvidersThrifty
Toyota Fortuner
5
4
3 large, 2 small
ProvidersThrifty, Hertz
Toyota Kluger
7
4
2 large, 2 small
ProvidersThrifty
Other vehicles for hire in Tennant Creek
Dual Cab 4WD
5
4
ProvidersThrifty
Mine Equip 4WD Dual Cab
5
4
ProvidersThrifty, Hertz
The price range indicates the AUD per-day rental rates from bookings made using our search engine, excluding any extras, in most cases. While we make reasonable efforts to provide accurate and reliable data, the data is provided ‘as is’ and errors or other defects may occur. For more information, click here: Terms and Conditions.
Rates are in AUD and were last updated on 19 August, 2026
Tennant Creek daily rate data
Next 7 days rates
Per day price range
19 Aug
$179
$195
20 Aug
$195
$195
21 Aug
$195
$195
22 Aug
$184
$195
23 Aug
There is limited availability for pick up at this location on some dates in the next seven days. Use our price comparison tool to get current rental rates and availability.
Limited availability
24 Aug
$184
$195
25 Aug
$195
$195
Next 7 days rates
Per day price range
19 Aug
$200
$218
20 Aug
$217
$225
21 Aug
$217
$225
22 Aug
$174
$225
23 Aug
There is limited availability for pick up at this location on some dates in the next seven days. Use our price comparison tool to get current rental rates and availability.
Limited availability
24 Aug
$174
$225
25 Aug
$217
$225
Next 7 days rates
Per day price range
19 Aug
There is limited availability for pick up at this location on some dates in the next seven days. Use our price comparison tool to get current rental rates and availability.
Limited availability
20 Aug
$240
$240
21 Aug
There is limited availability for pick up at this location on some dates in the next seven days. Use our price comparison tool to get current rental rates and availability.
Limited availability
22 Aug
There is limited availability for pick up at this location on some dates in the next seven days. Use our price comparison tool to get current rental rates and availability.
Limited availability
23 Aug
There is limited availability for pick up at this location on some dates in the next seven days. Use our price comparison tool to get current rental rates and availability.
Limited availability
24 Aug
There is limited availability for pick up at this location on some dates in the next seven days. Use our price comparison tool to get current rental rates and availability.
Limited availability
25 Aug
There is limited availability for pick up at this location on some dates in the next seven days. Use our price comparison tool to get current rental rates and availability.
Limited availability
Next 7 days rates
Per day price range
19 Aug
$329
$359
20 Aug
$359
$370
21 Aug
$359
$370
22 Aug
$287
$370
23 Aug
There is limited availability for pick up at this location on some dates in the next seven days. Use our price comparison tool to get current rental rates and availability.
Limited availability
24 Aug
$287
$370
25 Aug
$359
$370
Next 7 days rates
Per day price range
19 Aug
There is limited availability for pick up at this location on some dates in the next seven days. Use our price comparison tool to get current rental rates and availability.
Limited availability
20 Aug
$295
$295
21 Aug
$295
$295
22 Aug
$195
$295
23 Aug
There is limited availability for pick up at this location on some dates in the next seven days. Use our price comparison tool to get current rental rates and availability.
Limited availability
24 Aug
$195
$295
25 Aug
$295
$295
Next 7 days rates
Per day price range
19 Aug
$256
$279
20 Aug
$279
$279
21 Aug
$279
$279
22 Aug
$264
$279
23 Aug
There is limited availability for pick up at this location on some dates in the next seven days. Use our price comparison tool to get current rental rates and availability.
Limited availability
24 Aug
$264
$279
25 Aug
$279
$279
Next 7 days rates
Per day price range
19 Aug
$370
$404
20 Aug
$310
$404
21 Aug
$310
$404
22 Aug
$224
$404
23 Aug
There is limited availability for pick up at this location on some dates in the next seven days. Use our price comparison tool to get current rental rates and availability.
Limited availability
24 Aug
$224
$404
25 Aug
$310
$404
Historical daily rate pricing information is data from actual bookings made using our search engine in the previous 12 months.
Next 7 days rates are obtained from searches in our reservation system for a 3 day rental duration, by an Australian resident aged between 30 and 69 years old, with a pickup and return time of 10:00 am on the indicated pick up date. Rates and vehicle availability may change without notice.
Prices are in AUD and include all mandatory fees for the rental and exclude credit card surcharges and extras.
While we make reasonable efforts to provide accurate and reliable data, the data is provided ‘as is’ and errors or other defects may occur. For more information, click here: Terms and Conditions.
Rates are in AUD and were last updated on 19 August, 2026
Tennant Creek Airport car hire
If you’re flying into Tennant Creek Airport (TCA), it may be more convenient to pick up your hire car directly from the airport. Simply put in “Tennant Creek Airport” in our search form to start comparing rates with our rental partners in the airport.
Car rental depots in Tennant Creek
Find a convenient car hire depot on the map below.
Hertz Tennant Creek Downtown
View detailsNo reviewsMon–Fri 8:00 AM - 4:00 PM, Sat 8:00 AM - 12:00 PM, Sun Closed59 Paterson St, Northern Territory
Thrifty Tennant Creek
View detailsNo reviewsMon–Fri 8:00 AM - 4:00 PM, Sat 8:00 AM - 12:00 PM, Sun Closed59 Paterson St, Northern Territory
Frequently asked questions
On hiring a car in Tennant Creek
How much does it cost to hire a car in Tennant Creek?
For a rental period from 22 August to 27 August 2026, prices range from AUD $174 per day for a Compact SUV to AUD $339 per day for a Fullsize SUV. Enter your planned dates to compare live rental rates for your vehicle in Tennant Creek.
What is the cheapest car rental in Tennant Creek?
The cheapest car rental in Tennant Creek for the rental period from 22 August to 27 August 2026 is a Mazda CX-30 or similar from Hertz costing AUD $174 per day. Enter your travel dates in the search form and compare live rates from Australia’s most respected rental car providers.
Is it cheaper to book a weekly car rental in Tennant Creek?
The per-day rates of some rental cars may fall if you book for a longer rental period. Prices often change around daily, three-day, five-day and seven-day periods. Also, note that the selection of rental cars available in Tennant Creek may be more limited if you are looking for a long-term car rental, so it’s best to compare a few different booking durations first.
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