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Getting to Perisher
Perisher is an ideal winter location. There are several ways to get there. You can travel by car, by air or by coach. No matter what your preference Absolute Alpine will help to get you here.
By Air - Aeropelican Air Services from Sydney to the Snowy Mountains are now on sale. From just $129 one way!
By Car - Driving to the Snowy Mountains is one of the most satisfying ways to get there. Either Hire or Drive
By Coach - During the winter months there are several bus companies that travel to and from the Snowy Mountains.
By SkiTube - Located at Bullocks Flat. The Skitube Alpine Railway is both a convenient and scenic way to travel.
By Road
Absolute Alpine Snow Travel Tips
- Add antifreeze to your vehicle's radiator
- Check all tyres have good tread, including the spare.
- Ensure your vehicle's battery is in good condition
- Carrying snow chains is a legal requirement. Have an under-sheet handy for fitting chains.
- Avoid sudden braking or acceleration on snow or ice.
- Use a Windscreen scraper to de-ice your car windows
- If in the local area tune your radio to 2XL (FM 96.3 or AM 918) or 97.7 Snow FM for regular updates.
- For up to date road conditions please call the RTA traffic information line on 132 701.
- Where you can avoid arriving and departing during the busiest times, Friday evenings and Sunday mornings.
Driving to Perisher
Your ticket to the divine alpine is only a 6 hour drive from both Sydney and Melbourne. Travelling by car is the most convenient way to travel to the Snowy Mountains. However you do need to be prepared for ALL conditions.
DISTANCES
| From | Time | Kms |
|---|---|---|
| Sydney | 5.5hrs | 450kms |
| Melbourne | 6hrs | 575kms |
| Canberra | 2.5 hrs | 180kms |
If you are driving all the way to Perisher Valley, add another 30 minutes on to your driving time. Please be aware that there is NO overnight car parking in Perisher Valley. Some properties do offer onsite car parking, you need to book this in advance as there is a limited amount.
Driving from Sydney & Canberra
Follow the Hume Highway from Sydney then just south of Goulburn take the Federal Highway and travel south to Canberra. This section of the trip is mainly on a divided road. In Canberra follow the signs to the Monaro Highway to Cooma. This road then joins the Kosciuszko Rd that you follow through the town of Berridale and onto Jindabyne. Just past Jindabyne Town Centre take a left onto the Alpine Way to the Ski Tube/Bullocks Flat. Just before the National Parks Entrance you will see the turn off on your right. Alternatively you might like to drive all the way to Perisher Valley, instead of turning right on to Alpine Way you simply continue your journey on Kosciuszko Rd.
Driving from Melbourne
Follow the Hume Highway from Melbourne to Wodonga. Take the Murray Valley Highway's Wodonga/Tallangatta exit. After passing Wodonga follow the signs to Tallangatta, again on the Murray Valley Highway. You pass through the village of Koetong onto Corryong. Drive through Corryong and take the "Khancoban" turn-off on your right. Once in Khancoban you are only 76kms from Thredbo. From here the drive is truly spectacular as you take in awesome views of the Main Range and discover the beauty of the Kosciuszko National Park. The roads are clear for most of the year but when a big snowfall hits, chains are required for 2-wheel drive vehicles. Follow the Alpine Way down the mountain and turn Left on to Kosciuszko Road, continue on until you get to perisher.
| National Parks Entry Fee |
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Vehicle per Day $27 (Winter) Annual Pass $190 NSW Pension Concession Card Holders are FOC |
Ski Tube
Skitube is a convenient and innovative train ride from Bullocks Flat through the Ramshead range and into the National Park then onto Perisher Valley and then another 7 minutes to Blue Cow. The distance is 8.5km, 6.3km is underground making it one of the longest underground train tunnels in Australia and travelling as deep as 550m underground so it's a great experience in itself. There's also FREE day and overnight parking at Bullocks Flat. Travel between Perisher and Blue Cow is free with any valid Lift Ticket.
Day Tripping......
Because the Bullocks Flat Terminal is well below the normal snow line and only 20km from Jindabyne, it's an easy drive. Frequent train services run to Perisher Valley and on to Blue Cow. A Skitube pass includes the Kosciuszko National Park entry fee and savings can be made by buying a combined Train and Lift Ticket. Package & $ave with your next Absolute Alpine holiday. Click Here for ticket prices and options available.
| Ski Tube Ticket Prices |
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Same Day Return $50 (Ad) $28 (Ch) One Way $42 (Ad) $24 (Ch) Open Return $75 (Ad) $40 (Ch) |
On Snow Stays......
There is limited overnight parking at Perisher Valley and Smiggin Holes so on snow stayers can leave the car in the overnight security patrolled carpark at the Bullocks Flat Skitube Terminal free of charge and travel to Perisher via Skitube.
Taxi Numbers
Jindabyne Taxi Service 131 008
Hire Car
It's Easy to Get Here....
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Your advantages include......
· FREE Snow Chains for rentals of 5 days or more
· Snow Protection Package
· Competitive Rates which include Premium Location Fees (Airport fees)
· 24 hour roadside assistance
· Unlimited kilometres
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· Earn Velocity points.
By Coach
Countrylink, Greyhound and Murray's offer regular services from major capital cities and metropolitan centres.
For up to date timetables and prices please contact our consultants at Absolute Alpine 1300 278 483.
By Air
The Aeropelican service to the Snowy Mountains Airport will commence on the 11th of June, with return flights from Sydney to the Snowy Mountain daily throughout the winter snow season. For up to date timetables and prices please contact our consultants at Absolute Alpine 1300 278 483.