A popular Snowy Mountains bus service trial will be expanded to run daily this ski season to provide improved access to the ski fields for all snow-goers.

Member for Monaro Steve Whan says the bus service has been extended for the entire 2023 snow season and will run seven days a week from June 10 to October 1.

“I’m really pleased to launch the expansion to this trial bus service, one that has obvious benefits for visitors to the snow and our local businesses,” Steve Whan said.

“With visitor numbers to the alpine region continuing to increase year on year, a reliable alternative public transport option like this bus service will improve access to the ski fields for workers, visitors and locals.”

Buses will run hourly each day, and half-hourly to Perisher during Friday to Sunday peak periods. Adult return tickets from Jindabyne to Perisher or Thredbo start at $21.

Steve Whan said the demand for this service and constructive feedback from users prompted Transport for NSW to expand the trial and add new initiatives in 2023.

“This year we will make park and ride available for more snow-goers with a new facility available at the Station Resort, connecting with bus services departing the Snowy Region Visitor Centre in Jindabyne,” he said.

“We are also introducing extended routes to East Jindabyne and Tyrolean Village as well as a new service connecting Jindabyne with the Skitube at Bullocks Flat, providing another convenient option to reach Perisher.

“We’ve also introduced weekly and season bus tickets for regular visitors and locals who want more flexibility from their travel options."

Minister for Regional Transport and Roads Jenny Aitchison said tickets for the dedicated bus service are now on sale.

“The bus service will be popular again this year so book now. It’s a safe and affordable option to get onto the slopes, particularly when the car parks reach capacity,” Ms Aitchison said.

“I spent time in Monaro with Steve prior to his re-election to Parliament and the passion he has for improving connectivity in his community is clear.”

Last snow season the trial bus service connected over 15,000 people in Jindabyne with resorts at Perisher and Thredbo.

Tickets are available at www.snowymountainsbus.com.au.  Customers are encouraged to book early to secure their seat. Cooma Coaches will again run the bus service.