19 May 2026

Your Snow Trip Starts Before You Hit the Slopes

Think getting to the snow is complicated? Think again.

Whether you're driving up for a weekend escape, catching a bus from Sydney or Canberra, or cruising up the mountain on the Skitube, getting to Perisher is easier than you might expect.

Read on to see just how easy it can be...

Option 1: Let Skitube Do the Hard Work

If you want the easiest, most relaxed way to get to the slopes, Skitube is hard to beat.

Departing from Bullocks Flat, Skitube takes you straight into Perisher Valley in around 10 minutes, making it one of the quickest and most reliable ways to access the resort during winter.

You can:

Park at Bullocks Flat
Skip driving alpine roads into the resort
Avoid searching for parking during busy weekends
Sit back and enjoy the ride into the snow

Plus, Skitube gives you direct access to:

Perisher Valley
Smiggin Holes (via free shuttle)
Blue Cow

It's simple, smooth and let’s be honest, riding the ‘tube’ is part of the Perisher experience.

What's to love about it?!:

No fitting chains
No mountain driving stress
Great during storms or busy weekends
More time on snow, less time in the car

During winter, trains run frequently between Bullocks Flat, Perisher Valley and Blue Cow. Check out the Skitube timetable here.

Option 2: Catch a Bus and Leave the Car at Home

You don’t even need to drive to the mountains. There are plenty of coach and shuttle options operating throughout winter from:

Sydney
Canberra
Jindabyne
Cooma

Several services connect directly with Perisher or Skitube, making it easy to sit back, relax and enjoy the journey.

Popular transport providers include:

Greyhound Australia with direct, daily services between Sydney & Canberra and Jindabyne and Bullocks Flat Skitube Terminal.
Snoexpress taking you from Canberra right up to Perisher throughout the season.
Snowy Mountains Bus Service providing regular, daily access to Perisher from Jindabyne throughout the season.
Check out all the options here.

The Snowy Mountains Bus Service was specifically designed to make getting to Perisher from Jindabyne easier, safer and more affordable.

No navigating icy roads. No worrying about parking. Just jump on board and start your snow trip smoothly.

Option 3: Drive Up and Make a Road Trip of It

Love a classic snow road trip? Perisher is an easy drive from major cities:

Sydney: ~5.5 hours
Canberra: ~2.5 hours
Melbourne: ~7 hours

Driving gives you flexibility and plenty of scenic stops along the way.

If you're driving during winter:

Check road conditions before you leave
Carry chains when required
Consider parking at Bullocks Flat and catching Skitube during peak periods

Hot tip: During Peak Snow Days (usually occurring on busy weekends and school holidays), Skitube can make the experience significantly smoother.

The Hardest Part? Leaving.

The truth is, getting to Perisher is far easier than people think.

Whether you’re hopping on Skitube, catching a shuttle, or road-tripping with friends, there are more ways than ever to make your snow trip smooth, simple and fun.

So what are you waiting for? Round up the crew, lock in your trip and discover your moment at Perisher this winter.

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