Arriving In Thredbo
Get ready to explore Australia’s Best Ski Resort! Here is the ultimate guide with all the information you need to ensure a smooth arrival in Thredbo.
Check out our Family Guide and Winter Guide to ensure you’ve got everything you need to know for your summer adventure!
Getting Here & Parking
Thredbo is located in the heart of the Kosciuszko National Park in Snowy Mountains, NSW and is conveniently accessed by car, bus or plane.
Roughly 5.5 hours drive from either Sydney or Melbourne and 2.5 hours drive from Canberra, Thredbo offers both day and overnight car parking facilities.
My Trips | Personal Itinerary
My Trips is your hub for all your Thredbo online bookings. Whether it’s lift passes, lessons, or activities, everything is in one place – making it simple to see your purchases, locate your MyThredbo Card pick up QR codes and get the most out of your time on the mountain!
First Day In Thredbo
From the car park, make your way along Friday Flat Drive to the main hubs in Thredbo:
- Friday Flat (2 mins walk) – access to Friday Flat beginner area, Snowsports meeting area, Easy Does It Chairlift & Gunbarrel Chairlift
- Valley Terminal (12 mins walk) – access to the Alpine Coaster, Kosciuszko Chairlift, Merritts Gondola & Snowgums Chairlift
- Thredbo Village (12 mins walk) – restaurants, bars, shops & accommodation
- Please note there are free buses operating throughout the village at various times during the day
Opening Hours & Lift Status
The Resort Report is updated daily and is the best way to plan around the weather, lift opening times, trail statuses and more.
FlixBus Service
Skip the alpine drive and let FlixBus take you straight to the snow this winter. Operating throughout the ski season from June to August, FlixBus offers a convenient and comfortable way to get to Thredbo from Sydney and Canberra. Sit back, relax and enjoy the journey to the mountains without the hassle of traffic, snow chains or parking.
MyThredbo Card Kiosks
On arrival your first step is to pick up your MyThredbo card, your personal key to Thredbo. The 24-7 MyThredbo Card Kiosks are located near the base of the chairlifts at Friday Flat and Valley Terminal.
Offering ease and convenience, your MyThredbo Card is linked to your Thredbo profile so whenever you buy a lift pass or lesson it will be loaded onto this card.
Trails & Mountain Map
Our mountain has trails for all abilities and Australia’s only alpine gondola to get you up the mountain with ease.
Discover convenient equipment rental at the base of the mountain, places to eat and drink on and off the mountain, plus all of Thredbo’s amenities on one map.
What's On
After a big day on the mountain, there is always something happening in Thredbo. Enjoy on-mountain events, live music, festivals, kids school holiday activities, dining and more.
The Southern Hemisphere's First Alpine Coaster!
Race down the Southern Hemisphere’s first-ever year-round Alpine Coaster! Thrill-seekers and leisure cruisers, will be able to control their speed of up to 40km/h as they travel along a mix of uphill and downhill tracks.
Help Us Protect Our Environment
Learn more about protecting the amazing alpine for future generations.
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Thredbo sits on the traditional land of the Monero – Ngarigo people who have looked after this land, water and community for over 60,000 years. We thank them for all they have done and continue to do to look after their country, a special place which we all love and respect.
