Murrays Snow Express Service
Travel with Murrays and spend a day, weekend or week in the snow. Murrays provide safe, reliable & cost effective travel to passengers wishing to visit the NSW Snowy Mountains in the snow period. We offer a daily snow express service between Canberra and the NSW Snowy Mountains during July, August & September.
Services departs daily to/from Canberra, Thredbo, Perisher, Jindabyne, Cooma, Calwell view our Snow express timetable for more details
Please Note: * Daily snow service is subject to demand.
| CANBERRA TO SNOWFIELDS |
DAILY * |
| Depart Jolimont Centre |
5.30am |
| Arrive Calwell (Webber St, Bus Stop) |
5.50am |
| Arrive Cooma (Snow Stop) |
6.50am |
| Arrive Jindabyne (Visitors Centre) |
7.40am |
| Arrive Perisher (Bullocks' Flat) |
8.00am |
| Arrive Thredbo (Friday Flat) |
8.30am |
| SNOWFIELDS TO CANBERRA |
DAILY * |
| Depart Thredbo (Friday Flat) |
4.00pm |
| Depart Perisher (Bullocks' Flat) |
4.30pm |
| Depart Jindabyne (Visitors Centre) |
4.50pm |
| Depart Cooma (Snow Stop) |
5.40pm |
| Arrive Calwell (Webber St, Bus Stop) |
6.40pm |
| Arrive Jolimont Centre |
7.00pm |
Murrays Ski & Snowboard Packages
A perfect introduction to Skiing or Snowboarding !
Murrays offer day tours to your choice of resort, Thredbo or Perisher Blue on the NSW Snowfields during July, August and September.
Our Ski & Snowboard Packages include day return luxury coach travel to and from Canberra with an experienced and fully accredited snow country driver, Kosciusko National Park entry fees, lift pass and hire of skis & stocks or snowboard and boots to give you an unforgettable day and you won't have to worry about anything more than staying upright!
Want to join the Murrays Snow Patrol ?
Simply purchase and travel three times on any of our ski or Snowboard package in the 2010 snow season and receive 25% off your fourth package.
Terms & Conditions of Snow Patrol
1. A passengers needs to purchase & travel on 3 full ski or snowboard packages throughout one snow season to qualify to get 25% off the 4th package.
2. To redeem your 25% off your 4th trip you must be the same passenger that has travelled on all 3 previous trips in the 2010 snow season.
3. To redeem your discount you must retain proof of travel in the travelling passengers name from all 3 previous bookings (proof of travel item: booking confirmation or tax invoice only) and purchase your 4th ticket in person from the Murrays booking office at the Jolimont Centre.
4. The Murrays Snow Rider discount fare cannot be redeemed via the Murrays website
| SNOWFIELDS DAY PACKAGES |
Cost (inc. GST) |
| Thredbo |
|
Day Skier package includes:
Luxury return coach travel
Unrestricted lift pass
Hire of Skis, Stocks and Boots
Kosciusko National Park entry |
Adult $154.00
Child $134.00
|
Day Snowboard package includes:
Luxury return coach travel
Unrestricted lift pass
Hire of Snowboard and Boots
Kosciusko National Park entry |
Adult $154.00
Child $134.00
|
|
One way coach fare: (includes KNP entry)
Day return coach fare: (includes KNP entry) |
$55.00
$75.00
|
| Perisher Blue |
|
Day Skier package includes:
Luxury return coach travel
Unrestricted lift pass
Hire of Skis, Stocks and Boots
Return Skitube Pass (Includes KNP entry) |
Adult/Child $151.00
|
Day Snowboard package includes:
Luxury return coach travel
Unrestricted lift pass
Hire of Snowboard and Boots
Return Skitube Pass (Includes KNP entry) |
Adult/ Child $187.00 |
|
One way coach fare: (to Bullocks Flat only does not include skitube)
Day return coach fare: (to Bullocks Flat only does not include skitube) |
$50.00
$60.00
|
| Day Return |
|
|
Thredbo
Luxury return coach travel
Kosciusko National Park entry
Perisher Blue
Luxury return coach travel
(To Bullocks Flat Terminal - Does not include Skitube)
|
$75.00
$60.00 |
| One Way Travel |
|
|
Canberra to Cooma
Canberra to Jindabyne
Canberra to Bullocks Flat (Does not include Skitube)
Canberra to Thredbo (Includes KNP entry)
Snowfields to Canberra
|
$50.00
$50.00
$50.00
$55.00
$50.00 |
Canberra Snow Groups Information
Murrays can arrange for your own private luxury coach departing from the Canberra region for your social, sporting or school group wanting to spend the day at the snow. So sit back & relax and let us do the driving for you.
For those schools wanting to visit the snow we have a dedicated Schools divisions staffed by a team of friendly and knowledgeable consultants. We can provide ski & snowboard packages for Canberra school groups and can assist in arranging additional educational programs while you are visiting the NSW Snowy Mountains region. Contact us & one of our consultants who will be happy to assist in planning your itinerary.
Snow Safety
All our Murrays snowfield drivers have undertaken the compulsory Snowfields Driver Training and are accredited with a NSW Snow licence.
At Murrays Coaches, Buses & Limousines, we take the law and customers safety very seriously. We work diligently to ensure vehicles and drivers operate well within the limits prescribed by law. We also ensure that our vehicles are inspected daily before departing from the depot to ensure safe operation and meet federal and state regulations.
Murrays is committed to safety and have integrated this in every aspect of our company through our Safety Driven protocols
- Fatigue Management
- Accreditation and Management Systems
- Risk Management
- Safety Management
- Vehicle Management
- Information Systems
- Ongoing Education & Training
- Workforce Participation and Commitment
Safety is our number 1 priority.
Terms & Conditions - Murrays Snow Express & Packages
Tickets
Open tickets for snow express are valid for current year snow season only. Day return tickets are only valid for same day travel. No refund or change of date can be made for day return.
Cancellations
All bookings are non-refundable.
Any change to date of travel must be made 48 hours before departure. A change fee may occur for any changes to the booking. If the passenger fails to board the coach, the fare will be forfeited.
All bookings cannot be transferred to another person.
Conditions
All schedules are correct at the time of placement on the web site. The company reserves the right to alter the schedules as it deems necessary. Whilst every effort is made to maintain the timetabled service, no responsibility will be taken for inconvenience due to delayed service and any additional cost or expenses.
Departures
We recommend passengers be at scheduled stop and check in luggage with driver 15 minutes prior to departure.
Equipment Bond
A cash bond or credit card imprint will be required to hire equipment.
Excess Luggage
The total amount of free of charge luggage per fare paying passenger is 20kgs and one small carry on cabin bag. Anything in excess of this is subject to the following additional charges:
- Extra Suitcase/Bag; Surfboard; Ski's and Snowboards; Pushbikes (must be in a box); Golf Bags; Large Packages/Boxes - $20.00
- Envelopes (Maximum size A3) - $10.00
- Prams and Wheelchairs - FOC
Excess luggage may not always be able to travel on the same service as passengers and need to be carried on a later service.
Luggage
The company accepts no responsibility for loss or damage to luggage arising out of or in any way incidental to the service or the accommodation or the transfer of any luggage between the vehicle and any place of accommodation whether such loss or damage may be due to alleged negligence or misconduct on the part of the company, its employees or agents or otherwise whoever.
Snow Pickup Locations
Bookings are essential as Murrays will only pick up passengers from the stops where passengers are booked on a service.
Snow Conditions
Murrays takes no responsibility for snow conditions on the day of travel or the availability of the hiring equipment
Unaccompanied Minor Policy
Children under the age of 15years are not permitted to travel unaccompanied on any Murrays Australia snow service. Between the ages of 15 & 18 years an unaccompanied minor form is required. Forms are available at the booking office or online.
Frequent Snow Travellers Program
1. A passengers needs to purchase & travel on 3 full ski or snowboard packages throughout one snow season to qualify to get 25% off the 4th package.
2. To redeem your 25% off your 4th trip you must be the same passenger that has travelled on all 3 previous trips in the 2010 snow season.
3. To redeem your discount you must retain proof of travel in the travelling passengers name from all 3 previous bookings (proof of travel item: booking confirmation or tax invoice only) and purchase your 4th ticket in person from the Murrays booking office at the Jolimont Centre.
4. The Murrays Snow Rider discount fare cannot be redeemed via the Murrays website
Frequently Asked Questions.
1. How do i know my booking has gone through?
If you got your reference number on the confirmation page, you are booked. The reference number looks like this: 1744444. Check that your reference number has 7 numeric characters.
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4. What are the operating hours of the Murrays booking office at the Jolimont Centre throughout the Snow Season?
The Murrays booking office is opened 7 days a week.
Murrays Booking Office
Jolimont Centre
65-67 Northbourne Avenue
Canberra City
Opening times for Jolimont
Monday - Sunday
5:30am - 6:00pm
5. Where can I buy my tickets?
Tickets can be purchased online, by phone or at our booking office located at the Jolimont Centre.
Open tickets for snow express are valid for current year snow season only.
Day return tickets are only valid for same day travel. No refund or change of date can be made for day return. No refund or change of date can be made for day return tickets.
6. How do I cancel my booking?
All bookings are non-refundable.
Any change to date of travel must be 48 hours before departure. A change fee may occur for any changes to the booking, If the passenger fails to board the coach, the fare will be forfeited.
All bookings cannot be transferred to another person. Call our Booking office on 13 22 51 during opening hours for assistance.
7. What time do I arrive before my scheduled departure?
We recommend passengers be at scheduled stop and check in luggage with the driver 15 minutes prior to departure.
8. Does the ski or snowboard package include clothes?
No, our packages only include ski, stocks & boots or Snowboard & boots. You will need to arrange your own clothing.
Some suggestions in the Canberra area for hiring clothing. Alternative, you can hire clothing at both Perisher & Thredbo.
Jurkiewicz Adventure Store
47 Newcastle St
Fyshwick ACT 2609
Telephone: 02 6280 8888
Email: enquiries@jas.com.au
Inski Canberra
32 Botany St,
Phillip ACT
Telephone: 02 6281 0087
canberra@inski.com.au
Phat Snowboards
129 Newcastle St,
Fyshwick ACT 2609
Telephone: 02 6253 4930
9. Do I need to pay a bond for my equipment hire?
Yes, a cash bond or credit card imprint will be required to hire equipment.
10. Do Murrays coaches have seat belts, air-conditioning & toilet facilities?
All Murrays coaches have seat belts, air conditioning. Some services provide toilet on board but those that do not have a toilet the driver will provide a comfort stop if required.
11. My child who is over 15 is travelling on the coach unaccompanied for a day at snow. What do I need to do for them to travel on the coach?
Children under the age of 15 years are not permitted to travel unaccompanied on any Murrays Australia service. Between the ages of 12 and 14 years an unaccompanied form is required for each stage of travel.
12. Can I bring my pet on the coach?
No pets are allowed to travel on the coach other than guide dogs or registered companion dogs.
13. How can I contact Murrays?
Murrays Express Booking Office
Jolimont Centre
65-67 Northbourne Avenue
Canberra City
Opening times for Jolimont
Monday - Sunday
6:30am - 6:00pm
Phone: 13 22 51
Email: reservations@murrays.com.au
14. Where does the Murrays service depart & arrive from in Canberra?
Bay 5 and 6 Jolimont Centre
65-67 Northbourne Avenue
Canberra City
15. Do you have a special snow rewards program if I travel several times in a snow season?
Yes, please see our Snow Rider Program for our frequent travellers.
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