Warakurna

Roadhouse

Fuel, Food and Accommodation on The Great Central Road

Welcome to Warakurna Roadhouse

The Warakurna Roadhouse is located along the Great Centeral Road, within the Great Victoria Desert, 781km west of Alice Springs and 331km from Yulara (Ayers Rock). Laverton is 811km to the west of the roadhouse and Kalgoorlie is 1163km west.

The Warakurna Roadhouse is pleased to welcome all intrepid travellers bold enough to journey across the The Great Central Highway – looking to explore a part of the world very few people have ever seen, let alone ventured across.

Our Facilities

The Roadhouse is pleased to offer the following services:

Diesel and Opal* fuel
(* Opal is replacement for unleaded petrol. Read more about Opal fuel by clicking here)
A takeaway food service.
Accommodation options to suit a wide arrange of travelers such as self-contained units that act as a home away from home for those looking for a more comfortable stay. Normal motel rooms that will get most travelers by, with access to the necessities such as a bar freezer/fridge, a microwave, kettle, toaster, cutlery and crockery. But alternatively, we also have powered and unpowered camping available with access to an ablution block and a camp kitchen!. Click here to learn more about our accommodation options.
A well stocked store offering food and personal items including fresh fruit & veg, bread, drinks, ice, fuels, meat, basic grocery items and ice creams.
24 hour power.
An after-hours fuel service.
Yurliya Gallery (high end Gallery exclusively selling works produced by Warakurna Artists

Trading Hours (All Western Standard Time)

Everyday 07:00 – 20:00 (WST)
Public Holidays 07:00 – 20:00 (WST)
Closed Christmas Day

A 24hr fuel service is available using our credit card operated fuel delivery system.

Should fuel be required outside of normal trading hours for aircraft a $50.00 per aircraft fee applies.

Important note: The Warakurna Roadhouse operates on Western Standard Time (WST), Northern Territory time (CST) is (1) one and (1/2) half hours in front of WA time.

All prices are subject to change without notice

Contact Details

Tjukayirla Roadhouse (08) 9037 1108

Warburton Roadhouse (08) 8956 7656

Warakurna Roadhouse (04) 4784 8496

Enjoy your adventure and stay safe

Trading Hours

Regular Trading Hours

Everyday 07:00 - 20:00 (WST)
Public Holidays 07:00 - 20:00 (WST)
Closed Christmas Day

We now offer a 24hr fuel service via credit card payment and automated fuel delivery system.

* We advise checking the opening hours of each roadhouse prior to travel, especially if travelling on a public holiday.

Public Holiday Hours

Christmas Day – Closed – CC fuel available. No manual After Hours

Permit Information

To enter the Ngaanyatjarra Lands visitors require an entry permit. It is also necessary to have a transit permit when travelling through the Lands by road.
The application process is simple and free. You can download a permit information and application pack (PDF format) by clicking on the image below.

Current Conditions

Information Updated : 14/04/2026

Road Conditions : Visit the Shire website for updates https://www.ngaanyatjarraku.wa.gov.au/tourist-information/plan-your-trip/road-reports.aspx From Kata Juta towards Docker River the Road is still open. Check NT Road Conditions Web Site for updates. Note that Giles Weather Station and Museum is now open to visitors. Balloon Launches are 8.45am and 8.45pm (NT Time) Daily, 7 Days a Week. TRAVEL THROUGH NGAANYATJARRA LANDS is now PERMITTED as long as a Permit is obtained prior to travel. https://permits.ngaanyatjarra.org.au/form/lands-permit.

Weather Information : For current Weather Details please visit http://www.bom.gov.au/wa/forecasts Giles. Note that Giles Weather Station is now open to visitors. Balloon Launches are 8.45am and 8.45pm (NT Time).

Fuel Prices :

Diesel - $ 4.28 per litre

Opal* - $ 3.64 per litre

* Opal is replacement for unleaded petrol. Read more about Opal fuel by clicking here