Most visitors drive. Canberra Airport is the closest major airport. In winter, coaches run from Sydney and Canberra to the resorts, and the Skitube train connects Bullocks Flat with Perisher.
Routes at a glance
| From | By | Time | Good to know |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sydney | Car | About 5 h 30 | Hume Highway, Federal Highway to Canberra, then the Monaro Highway. |
| Canberra Airport (CBR) | Car | About 2 h 30 | To Jindabyne via Cooma. |
| Sydney / Canberra | Ski coach | About 6–8 h | Seasonal coaches to the resorts in winter. |
| Sydney | Day tour | Very long day | Winter snow trips to Thredbo. |
| Jervis Bay | Car | About 4 h | Via the Kings Highway or Princes Highway and Cooma. |
Times are typical and fares change — check current timetables and prices before you travel.
Getting around the mountains
A car is essential outside the ski season. In winter, carry chains where required, and use resort shuttles and the Skitube. Kosciuszko National Park charges a daily vehicle entry fee. Mobile coverage is limited in parts of the park.
Onward
Drive to the South Coast or back to Sydney via Canberra. See the NSW transport guide.
