Thredbo, New South Wales

Thredbo is Australia’s premier alpine resort. Located at the heart of the Australian Alps and situated only 6 km from the peak of Australia’s highest mountain, Mt Kosciuszko, it operates 365 days a year and boasts the best alpine terrain in the country.

Thredbo is the ultimate resort to keep you high and active all year long. Set smack bang in the Snowy Mountains, Thredbo is renowned for its thrilling snow riding action from the steep and deep to gentle first time slides. It is best known for long runs, excellent snowmaking system, natural on-snow features, smooth groomed trails, variety of terrain parks and much more. There’s something for everyone on this magic mountain!

Thredbo Mountain

Thredbo has terrain to suit all standards of skiers and boarders. Ranging from gentle first timer runs on a purpose built beginner’s area, to long wide Supertrails, intermediate blue runs and some of the most advanced black diamond terrain in the country.

Thredbo is open 365 days a year and is a gorgeous alpine playground located half way between Sydney and Melbourne. You can fly, drive or arrive by coach with regular links from Sydney, Canberra and other locations.

Ski Lift Passes and Ski Hire

For information regarding lift passes please refer to the Thredbo website. Ski Hire can also be found on the site.

Getting There By Car

Your ticket to the divine alpine is just 6 hours drive from both Sydney and Melbourne, and 2.5 hours from Canberra. If you’re cruising to the mountains from Sydney, once you’re on the Eastern Distributor there are only a few sets of traffic lights to Thredbo. From Melbourne, the fully sealed Kosciuszko Alpine Way is your scenic window as you wind through the spectacular Kosciuszko National Park.

The roads are clear for most of the year, but when the big snowfalls hit, chains may be required. It is therefore recommended for all vehicles to carry chains during the winter season from June to October long weekends, although this is not a legal requirement. Please be reminded that the majority of AWD vehicles have tyres fitted that are unsuitable for driving on snow and ice, so it is recommended that AWD vehicles carry chains as well, particularly if drivers have little experience driving on snow or ice. Chains can be hired in Jindabyne and Khancoban. When hiring they will need to know your tyre size and be sure to ask them about any fitting tips. A tip from us is to practice fitting your chains and to pack an old blanket and gloves to use when fitting them.

For up to date road conditions, please call the RTA traffic information line on 132 701. Select option 1 for road closures from storms, snow and ice etc, and then option 1 again for Southern NSW. This will take you straight to the conditions for the Snowy Mountains. You may also visit the Live Traffic NSW website by clicking here.

If in the local area, tune into 2XL or 97.7 Snow FM for regular updates.

The National Parks and Wildlife Service collects park use fees upon entry to the park. You can purchase your pass from the Entrance Station 13km before you get to Thredbo, the Snowy Region Visitors Centre in Jindabyne, the National Parks Visitors Centre in Khancoban, or the Thredbo Information Centre.

Distance & Driving Times from Major Cities
Sydney: 5 – 6.5 hours 500km (approx.)
Melbourne: 5.5 – 7 hours 500km (approx.)
Canberra: 2.5 hours 180km (approx.)

Getting to Thredbo

For up-to-date information about how to get to Thredbo please refer to the Therdbo website.