Mt Buller
A three-hour drive from Melbourne, Mt Buller is a stand out destination for dedicated skiers and boarders looking for that quintessential Australian skiing experience. Popular with sightseers, first timers, families and hardcore skiers and boarders alike, Buller has 22 lifts moving 40,000+ skiers per hour around the mountain across it’s 741 acres (300 hectares).
Skiing and riding around Mt Buller feels bigger than the numbers suggest. Possibly because of the treeless high alpine runs of the Summit area or possibly thanks to it’s well designed lift system, the largest in Victoria, it’s fall line runs and the fact you are skiing up and down and over one mountain peak.
Buller has a great mix of beginner, intermediate, advanced and expert terrain out along the Moonlight Ridge area that is as extreme as it can get – it’s definitely “experts only” out on the ridge. If you like to ski bumps, then Buller has you covered. Head over to Wood Run or across to Sun Valley for some wider spaced bump lines. Intermediates have plenty of options to choose from. You can warm up on Skyline, the head over to the north side for laps on Shakey Knees, then around the corner to the Summit Slide, Summit and then you can finish off on Littler Buller Spur and Wombat.
The Mt Buller Village offers a full range of accommodations, 40+ cafes and restaurants, a licenced supermarket, 14 retail and rental outlets and a free shuttle bus to and around the Village. As a family mountain there are lots of fun activities for the kids to do like the new Buller Air Zone, Sled Dog Tours, Tobogganing, Snowshoe Tours and a Cinema with kid friendly early sessions.
Once the kids are asleep, Buller comes alive as it knows how to throw a great party, just make sure you don’t have too many nights in a row listening to the Kooroora 3am anthem ‘Amore’, those that have will know what we mean.
Buller Accommodation, Lodging & Hotel Options
Mt Buller Chalet Hotel & Suites
- Rating: 4 Star
- Location: Ski In Ski Out
- Room Type: Hotel, Studio, 1-4 Bedroom
Breathtaker Hotel & Spa
- Rating: 4 Star
- Location: Less than 2 min walk to lift
- Room Type: Suite, 1 - 3 Bedroom
ABOM Hotel
- Rating: 3 Star
- Location: Ski In Ski Out
- Room Type: King, Family, Quad, 2 Bedroom
Buller Statistics
| Skiable Terrain | 740 acres (300 hectares) |
| Vertical | 400 m (1,300 ft) |
| Top Elevation | 1,780 m (5,840 ft) |
| Base Elevation | 1,375 m (4,511 ft) |
| Average Snowfall | 250 cm (96 in/8ft) |
| Intermediate Terrain | 45% |
| Advanced Terrain | 35% |
| Trails | 25 |
| Parks | 3 |
| Winter lifts Total | 22 |
| Chair Lifts | 14 |
| Surface Lifts | 9 |
| Lift Capacity | 40,000 |
| Longest Run | 2.5 km (1.6 mi) |
| Nordic Cross Country | 9 km |
| Mountain Restaurants | 26 |
| Snowmaking | 195 ac (79 hectares) |
| Season Opens | June |
| Season Closes | October |
How To Get To Buller
Driving To Buller
If you’re driving from Melbourne is about a three hour drive.
Flying to Melbourne
Melbourne Airport is the closet major airport and is a three hour drive or private or bus transfer to Buller.
Flying To Buller
Helicopter transfers are available from Tullamarine Airport.
Parking At Buller
There is day trip and over night parking. Depending on snow and road conditions day visitors may be required to carry chains. All vehicles staying accessing the Mt Buller Village or staying overnight in the resort must carry wheel chains by law.
Buller Things To Do, Activities & Tours
Snowshoe Tours
Location: Clocktower Information Centre
Choose From A Stroll Amongst The Snowgums Surrounding The Village To A Challenging Hike Up To The Summit.
Phone: 03 5777 7800
Sculpture Park Walk
Location: Mt Buller Village
A Diverse Collection Of Sculptural Pieces Are Dotted Throughout The Mt Buller Village, And Are On Display Year-Round.
Phone: 03 5777 6077
Telemarking
Location: Mt Buller Ski & Snowboard School
Learn To Telemark.
Phone: 03 5777 7800
Scenic Helicopter Flights
Location: Mt Buller
Take A Scenic Helicopter Flight And Enjoy Spectacular Views Of Mt Buller, Mt Stirling And The Stunning Vistas Of The High Country.
Phone: 0428 376 619
Australian Sled Dog Tours
Location: Corn Hill Road
Australian Sled Dog Tours Have Operated Tours On Mt Buller Since 2014. Join The Friendly Team Of Siberian Huskies And Their Dedicated Owners For A Once In A Lifetime Adventure.
Buller Restaurants, Bars & Nightlife
Abom
Location: Summit Road
Food: Bistro Style Menu
Bar: Yes
Phone: +61 3 5777 7891
Mirimbah Store
Location: Mt Buller Road
Food: Freshly Baked Cakes, Muffins, Biscuits, Tarts And Gluten Free Options
Open: 8am To 12pm
Phone: +61 3 5777 5529
Oli’s Kitchen At Buller Central
Location: Buller Central
Food: Western Cuisine
Bar: Yes
Open: 6pm-9pm
Phone: +61 3 5777 6181
Off-Piste Bar
Location: Alpine Retreat Mt Buller
Food: Italian Dishes
Bar: Yes
Open: 4pm- 1am
Phone: +61 3 5777 6500
Breathtaker – Bt Gourmet Pizzeria
Location: Breathtaker All Suite Hotel
Food: Pizza
Bar: No
Open: 12pm-7pm
Phone: +61 3 5777 6377
Drakes Lounge Bar
Location: Duck Inn
Food: Asian/European Cuisine
Bar: Yes
Open: Depends On The Season
Phone: +61 3 5777 6326
Birdcage
Location: Mt Buller Chalet Hotel
Food: Australian Cuisine
Bar: Yes
Open: 4pm – 6pm
Phone: +61 3 5777 7905
Dolomiti Italiano
Location: Alpine Retreat
Food: European Cuisine
Bar: Yes
Open: 6pm-12pm
Phone: +61 3 5777 6110
Black Cockatoo Restaurant
Location: Summit Rd
Food: Australian Cuisine
Bar: Yes
Open: Depends On The Season
Phone: +61 3 5777 7918
Arlberg Bistro And Bar
Location: Arlberg Hotel
Food: European Foods
Bar: Yes
Open: 10am-8:30pm
Phone: +61 3 5777 6260
Burger Haus
Location: Malony’s Building
Food: Local Australian Foods
Bar: No
Open: Depends On The Season
Phone: +61 3 5777 6309
Popo Kitchen Food Court
Location: Level 3, Mt Buller Chalet Hotel
Food: Asian Cuisine
Bar: No
Open: 10am-9pm
Phone: +61 3 8383 6960
Tirol Cafe
Location: Top Of The Fox Chairlift
Food: Pasta, Homemade Soups, Fabulous Burgers, Woodfired Pizzas And More
Bar: Yes
Open: 10am-4pm
Phone: +61 3 5777 7969
Powder Bar At Buller Central
Location: Buller Central
Food: Italian Cuisine
Bar: Yes
Open: 8am-12am
Phone: +61 3 5777 6181
Mt Buller Fish & Chippery
Location: Level 1, Village Square Plaza
Food: Fresh Seafoods
Bar: Yes
Open: 11am-10pm
Phone: +61 3 5777 6277
Kaptans Restaurant At Hotel Pension Grimus
Location: Hotel Pension Grimus
Food: Delicious Regional Cuisine And Austrian Specialties
Bar: Yes
Open: 6am-7pm
Phone: +61 3 5777 6396
Pats Italian Restaurant & Bar
Location: Level 1, Village Square Plaza
Food: Italian Cuisine
Bar: No
Open: 8am-12am
Phone: +61 3 5777 6494
Buller Shopping
Buller Grocer
Location: Village Square
Shop: Food, Drinks, Liquors, Hardware, Magazines & Newspapers
Phone: +61 3 5777 6133
George’s Ski Hire
Location: Village Square
Shop: Ski And Snowboard Gear Rental
Phone: +61 3 5777 6088
Black Mountain Rental & Demo Centre
Location: Village Square
Shop: Ski And Snowboard Gear Rental
Phone: +61 3 5777 6082
Buller Sports
Location: Village Square
Shop: Boots, Skis, Snowboards, Clothing, Safety Gear And All The Extras
Phone: +61 3 5777 7883
Altitude
Location: Village Square
Shop: Freestyle And Racing Equipment
Phone: +61 3 5777 7886
Mirimbah Store
Location: Mt Buller Road
Shop: Skis & Snowboards
Phone: +61 3 5777 5529
Rip Curl Mt Buller
Location: Village Square
Shop: Rip Curl Mountain Wear And Casual Clothing
Snowfox Boutique
Location: Buller Central Building
Shop: Designer And Everyday Ski Wear, Souvenirs, Jewellery
Phone: +61 3 5777 6084
Grimus Ski Centre
Location: Hotel Pension Grimus
Shop: Skis And Snowboards
Phone: +61 3 5777 6396
The Alpine Life (Rojo)
Location: Village Square
Shop: Snow Wear And Accessories
Phone: +61 3 5777 6758
Freeride
Location: Village Square
Shop: Accesories, Outerwear And Streetwear
Phone: +61 3 5777 7885
Chalet Boutique
Location: Mt Buller Chalet Hotel
Shop: Executive Ski And Snowboard Rental
Phone: +61 3 5777 7882