Traveller Information

Travelling on the Great Central Road

Many people are travelling on the Great Central Road to get around the Nullarbor Road Block due to fires. We want you to be safe. Please take note of the following to ensure you have the best possible outcome.

A permit is required. You can get one online and it is free.
Most of the Great Central Road is unsealed Ensure you have spare tyres, you really need two through here.
Low profile tyres are NOT suitable.
You must have a working Jack, twice as much water as you think you will need and some cash, as eftpos machines do go down and then you will have to wait for it to be back up.
Be aware there are many camels on the road.
Phone ahead for accommodation.
All roadhouses close at 5pm weekdays and are only open 9am – 3pm weekends.

Tjukayirla Roadhouse 90371108

Warburton Roadhouse 8956 7656

Warakurna Roadhouse 89567344

Enjoy your unexpected adventure and stay safe

Current Conditions

Information Updated 24/11/2023

Road Condition

PLEASE CHECK LAVERTON SHIRE FOR ROAD REPORT XMAS EVE: 9am-12pm XMAS- CLOSED Boxing Day: 9am-12pm New Years Eve: 9am-12pm New Years Day: CLOSED

Weather Information

Dry, windy, sunny, temps in mid to high 30's

Fuel Price

Our current fuel prices are as follows:
- Diesel - $3.40 per litre
- Opal* - $3.40 per litre

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

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 here

Welcome to Tjukayirla Roadhouse

The Tjukayirla Roadhouse

The Tjukayirla Roadhouse is located deep within the Great Victoria Desert on the Great Central Road.
We are extremely pleased to offer travellers to this unique part of Australia a wide range of products and services.

We look forward to welcoming all intrepid travellers bold enough to journey across the The Great Central Road (GCR) - looking to explore what is a “bucket list” trip for many.
The longest shortcut in Australia is the “Outback Way”, a shortcut from Winton, Qld to Laverton, WA. Tjukayirla Roadhouse is located 300kms EAST of Laverton and is a welcome respite for weary travellers.
Stop in just to say g’day, have a look at the wonderful collection of photos on the walls or to sample some of the roadhouse tucker (not to mention the best burgers in all of WA – and maybe the world!)
Or, even better still, pull up and stay for the night. There is nothing quite like a cold beer or a refreshing glass of wine at the end of a dusty day, sitting around a campfire and gazing up at the most amazing displays of stars. Don’t forget to BYO!

We, the managers and staff of Tjukayirla Roadhouse, are committed to providing the best service, the cleanest facilities, and the most AWESOME food on the whole of the GCR.

We promise you won’t be disappointed!

Our Facilities

The Roadhouse is pleased to offer the following services:

Diesel and Opal* fuel
(* Opal is a replacement for unleaded petrol. Read more about Opal fuel by clicking here)
A range of accommodation options to suit everyone from the budget back-packer to the discerning. Click here to learn more about our accommodation options.

A well stocked store offering basic food and personal items.
A takeaway food service available and provision of breakfast and dinner if reserved in advance.
Self Service tyre changing equipment and air compressor (no gauge).
24 hour power provided by Genset.
An after-hours service for fuel only from close to 7pm (Monday to Friday) & close to 5pm (Weekends) - $20 call out fee per vehicle. No early opening.
Very reasonable price camping facilities (We do not book caravans or camping in advance, first in best dressed on the day).
Optus mobile service available (public telephone box also available).

Trading Hours

Regular Trading Hours

Monday to Friday - 9:00am to 5:00pm (WST)
Saturday and Sunday - 9:00am to 3:00pm (WST)
Public Holidays - 9:00am to 12:00 noon (WST)*

* Please note that none of the roadhouses across the Great Central Rd are open in the evenings. We advise checking the opening hours of each roadhouse prior to travel, especially if travelling on a public holiday.

Public Holiday Hours

Good Friday 7/4/2023 – Closed – No After Hours
Christmas Day – Closed – No After Hours
New Years Day – Closed – No After Hours
All Other Public Holidays 9am to Noon – No After Hours

Fuel, Food and Accommodation on The Great Central Road