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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 18 May - 23 May 2026
from AUD $174/day
Special
View offerTravel 16 May - 21 May 2026
from AUD $195/day
Fullsize Car
View offerTravel 18 May - 23 May 2026
from AUD $207/day
Fullsize Ute (double cab)
View offerTravel 16 May - 21 May 2026
from AUD $264/day
Fullsize Passenger Van
View offerTravel 18 May - 23 May 2026
from AUD $325/day
Fullsize SUV
View offerTravel 14 May - 17 May 2026
from AUD $359/day
Rental rate prices displayed are AUD and were available in response to a search at 12:01 am on May 13, 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 13 May, 2026
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Quick facts on hiring a car in Tennant Creek
| 🚗 Vehicle types | Car, Passenger Van, Pick up (double cab), Pick up (single/extended cab) and SUV. |
|---|---|
| 🔑 No. of depots | Four 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
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 Fortuner
5
4
3 large, 2 small
ProvidersThrifty, Hertz
Other vehicles for hire in Tennant Creek
Dual Cab 4WD
5
4
ProvidersThrifty
Mine Equip 4WD Dual Cab
5
4
ProvidersThrifty, Hertz
Mystery Car
5
4
1 large, 1 small
ProvidersHertz
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 13 May, 2026
Tennant Creek daily rate data
Next 7 days rates
Per day price range
13 May
$219
$219
14 May
$219
$219
15 May
$219
$219
16 May
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
17 May
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
18 May
$207
$219
19 May
$219
$219
Next 7 days rates
Per day price range
13 May
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
14 May
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
15 May
$217
$225
16 May
$174
$225
17 May
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
18 May
$174
$225
19 May
$217
$225
Next 7 days rates
Per day price range
13 May
$359
$359
14 May
$359
$370
15 May
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
16 May
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
17 May
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
18 May
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
19 May
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
13 May
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
14 May
$295
$295
15 May
$295
$295
16 May
$195
$295
17 May
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
18 May
$195
$295
19 May
$295
$295
Next 7 days rates
Per day price range
13 May
$345
$345
14 May
$345
$345
15 May
$345
$345
16 May
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
17 May
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
18 May
$325
$345
19 May
$345
$345
Next 7 days rates
Per day price range
13 May
$279
$279
14 May
$279
$279
15 May
$279
$279
16 May
$264
$279
17 May
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
18 May
$264
$279
19 May
$279
$279
Next 7 days rates
Per day price range
13 May
$404
$404
14 May
$310
$404
15 May
$310
$404
16 May
$224
$404
17 May
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
18 May
$224
$404
19 May
$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 13 May, 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 Airport
View detailsNo reviewsMon–Fri 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM, Sat–Sun Closed59 Paterson St, Northern Territory
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
Thrifty Tennant Creek Airport
View detailsNo reviewsMon–Fri 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM, Sat–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?
Prices start at AUD $174 per day for a Compact SUV. Get a live rate for your planned dates and desired vehicle in Tennant Creek.
How much does it cost to hire a Minivan or People Mover in Tennant Creek?
If you’ve got a crowd, but don’t need something as large as a bus, then a 7-seater or 8-seater Minivan hire might be your best option. A Minivan costs AUD $325 per day. Check for a live rate by entering your desired car hire dates in Tennant Creek.
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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