Bernina Express Train Tickets with Reserved Seats, Chur
Bernina Express Train Tickets with Reserved Seats, Chur
Duration: Varies (2 hours to 4.5 hours)
Varies (2 hours to 4.5 hours)
Access to multilingual audio guide
Access to multilingual audio guide
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Experience the Bernina Express Train Tickets with Reserved Seats in Chur, Switzerland for an excellent journey through Europe’s highest and steepest railway tracks. Traverse over 196 bridges and pass through 55 tunnels while enjoying panoramic views of romantic gorges and glacier-covered peaks from air-conditioned coaches. The train's route includes famous landmarks like the Landwasser Viaduct and ends in Tirano, Italy, offering a glimpse into the heart of the Alps.
Experience the Bernina Express Train Tickets with Reserved Seats in Chur, Switzerland for an excellent journey through Europe’s highest and steepest railway tracks. Traverse over 196 bridges and pass through 55 tunnels while enjoying panoramic views of romantic gorges and glacier-covered peaks from air-conditioned coaches. The train's route includes famous landmarks like the Landwasser Viaduct and ends in Tirano, Italy, offering a glimpse into the heart of the Alps.
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.
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)
Bernina Express train traveling through snowy Alps near a reflective lake, Tirano to St. Moritz route.
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.
Family enjoying Bernina Express train ride through snowy St Moritz Alps.
Bernina Express train passing through Swiss Alps with autumn trees and mountain backdrop.
Bernina Express train traveling through snowy Alps near a reflective lake, Tirano to St. Moritz route.
Family enjoying Bernina Express train ride through snowy St Moritz Alps.
Bernina Express train passing through Swiss Alps with autumn trees and mountain backdrop.
Bernina Express train crossing a bridge over a turquoise lake in the Swiss Alps.
What to bring
You'll need all necessary documents for crossing the border into Italy/Switzerland when traveling on this route.
Travel restrictions
Passengers under 12 years old must be accompanied by an adult as they cannot travel alone.
Accessibility options
Special seats on the Bernina Express are reserved for passengers with impaired mobility who remain in their wheelchairs. To book these, contact +41 81 288 65 65 or email railservice@rhb.ch.
Additional information
- Children aged 6 and under travel free without a seat reservation.
- Your reserved seats will be assigned automatically based on availability at the time of booking.
- You can bring standard-sized luggage, but it's best to pack light due to limited space.
- A mandatory seat reservation is required for Bernina Express Bus travel; this isn't included in your ticket price.
- Your ticket remains valid for 24 hours from the start of your departure date.
Download the free Info T(r)ainment app, which acts as a digital guide to enhance your journey through alpine landscapes on the Bernina Express.
Bernina Express train winding through autumnal Swiss Alps towards Tirano.
Bernina Express train passing by a historic church in Tirano, Italy.
Bernina Express train crossing a bridge over a turquoise lake in the Swiss Alps.
Bernina Express train winding through autumnal Swiss Alps towards Tirano.
Bernina Express train passing by a historic church in Tirano, Italy.
Ensure you have all necessary documents for crossing into Italy/Switzerland when traveling with children under 12, as they must be accompanied by an adult.
To enjoy the Bernina Express experience to its fullest, book your seat reservation in advance and select between first or second class based on preference.
Consider adding the free Tirano-Lugano Bernina Express bus to your itinerary for a smooth Swiss adventure; remember to reserve your spot ahead of time!
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