The Remarkables
Ski Bus
Getting to The Remarkables is easy; we're a scenic 24km from Central Queenstown. You can either drive yourself or catch a ride on The Remarkable's Ski Bus. The Ski Bus departs regularly from outside the Snow Centre on Duke St in Central Queenstown for an easy ride up and down the mountain in winter. We have a fleet of modern 4WD buses to carry you and your equipment in comfort.
We also offer a Ski Bus service to Coronet Peak ski area in Queenstown.
View the Alpine Code of Practice from the the NZ Bus & Coach Association.
Queenstown Ski Bus
Queenstown - Remarkables Return
1 Day
$27 Adult / $15 Child
Child (6-17)5 Days
$115 Adult / $79 Child
Child (6-17)10 Days
$210 Adult / $120 Child
Child (6-17)20 Days
$360 Adult / $260 Child
Child (6-17)Departs
8am - 11:30am
(Every 30 mins)Returns
1:30pm - 4:30pm
(Buses depart as they fill)Be transported to a winter wonderland while you sit back and enjoy the 40 minutes journey to The Remarkables. The SkiBus service runs from the Queenstown Snow Centre on Duke St and continues on via most main bus stops to the ski area. It will collect you at each designated stop along the route when spaces are available. If you purchase online, please make sure you pick up your Mypass Card before you jump on the bus to the mountains.
Self Drive
Travel Times
From Queenstown
45 min / 24km
From Arrowtown
45 min / 31km
From Queenstown Airport
30 min / 17km
From Wanaka
1 hour 25 min / 75km
It's a scenic drive on the alpine road to The Remarkables Ski Area, please drive to the conditions and maintain two-way access. Chains must be carried at all times. You can stay updated with current road conditions by visiting our weather report page on our website.