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Highlights
- Weave through UNESCO-listed Alpine landscapes on The Bernina Express as it offers stunning views that redefine scenic train rides.
- Discover Chur’s medieval charm alongside St. Moritz's winter wonderland and Tirano’s unique blend of Alpine-Italian culture during this memorable journey.
- Experience the Swiss Alps in grandeur with wide panoramic windows, complemented by gourmet offerings, Wi-Fi connectivity, and comfortable seating on The Bernina Express.
- Choose between spacious 1st class seats for privacy or vibrant 2nd class options to enjoy more budget-friendly travel.
Your Experience
A stunning journey aboard the Bernina Express
The heart of the Alps is revealed as you board the iconic Bernina Express. Traverse Europe's highest and steepest railway tracks, crossing 55 tunnels and over 196 bridges. Departing from Switzerland’s oldest towns, this train offers a mesmerizing ride through romantic gorges and past landmarks like the Landwasser Viaduct.
As you travel to glacier-covered peaks and descend into Tirano in Italy—a town bordered by palm trees—you'll enjoy air-conditioned coaches with wide panoramic views. The Bernina Express promises an memorable experience filled with ever-changing scenery along its route.
Exploring picturesque towns
The train makes stops at scenic locations such as Chur, Tirano, and St. Moritz—each a gateway to stunning Alpine landscapes. In Switzerland’s oldest town of Chur, explore winding streets steeped in history. Meanwhile, the Italian charm of Tirano offers stunning views of the Alps, while St. Moritz entices with its luxury resort setting surrounded by pristine lakes and towering peaks.
Travel Schedule
Winter timetable:
- Valid: 14 Dec 2025 – 1 May 2026 | 26 Oct – 12 Dec 2026
Chur → Tirano
- Departure: 8:17am (PE 951), 3:30pm (PE 975), 4:14pm (PE 977)
- Duration: ~4.5 hours
Tirano → Chur
- Departure: 12:49pm (PE 951), 6:00pm (PE 975), 6:39pm (PE 977)
- Duration: ~4.5 hours
St. Moritz → Tirano
- Departure: 10:25am (PE 951), 4:14pm (PE 975), 5:00pm (PE 977)
- Duration: ~2–2.5 hours
Tirano → St. Moritz
- Departure: 12:49pm (PE 951), 6:00pm (PE 975), 6:39pm (PE 977)
- Duration: ~2.5 hours
*Note: PE 977 operates on selected weekends and holiday dates only.
Summer timetable:
- Valid: 2 May – 25 Oct 2026
Chur → Tirano
- Departure: 8:17am (PE 971), 1:34pm (PE 955)
- Duration: ~4.5 hours
Tirano → Chur
- Departure: 11:32am (PE 971), 3:31pm (PE 955)
- Duration: ~4.5 hours
St. Moritz → Tirano
- Departure: 9:17am (PE 971), 1:17pm (PE 973), 4:14pm (PE 977)
- Duration: ~2–2.5 hours
Tirano → St. Moritz
- Departure: 11:32am (PE 971), 3:31pm (PE 955), 6:39pm (PE 977)
- Duration: ~2.5 hours
To view the detailed map of this route, please click here.
Inclusions & Exclusions
- Access to one-way train transfers between Chur, St. Moritz, & Tirano (as per option selected)
- Entry with either 1st or 2nd class seats available (as per option selected)
- Use of seat reservation
- Ticket for AC-coaches
- Return service includes Free Wi-Fi
- Includes USB plugs on board
- Access to Infotainment app featuring audio guide and live map
- Entry ticket for Bernina Express Bus from Tirano to Lugano
- Minibar with snacks & drinks (at your expense)
This product offers multiple ticket options. Some items above (like transfers or fast-track access) may only apply to specific options — confirm what's included when you select yours.
Must Know
- Please make sure you have the necessary documents with you for crossing the border into Italy/Switzerland.
- Children under the age of 12 cannot travel alone and must be accompanied by an adult.
- There are special seats available on the Bernina Express for passengers with impaired mobility who cannot leave their wheelchair. These seats must be booked by calling +41 81 288 65 65 or sending an e-mail to railservice@rhb.ch.
- Children aged 6 and under can travel free of charge without entitlement to their own seat.
- Reserved seats will be attributed automatically based on availability.
- Standard-sized luggage is permitted, but space is limited. Travel light for a comfortable experience.
- Seat reservation for Bernina Express Bus is mandatory and not included.
- The ticket has a 24-hour validity from the beginning of the departure date.
- Immerse yourself in the Bernina Express journey with the free Info T(r)ainment app, your digital guide to alpine wonders.
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