A hassle-free Milan to Alps day trip with guided transfers, St. Moritz free time, and an open-window Bernina train ride.
A hassle-free Milan to Alps day trip with guided transfers, St. Moritz free time, and an open-window Bernina train ride.
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Simplify your Swiss trip with one pass that unlocks 500+ museums and free rides for kids under 16.
Simplify your Swiss trip with one pass that unlocks 500+ museums and free rides for kids under 16.
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Travel Switzerland on non-consecutive days and pick the seat class that matches your style.
Travel Switzerland on non-consecutive days and pick the seat class that matches your style.
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Eurail, Interrail, and Swiss Travel Passes are valid on the entire Bernina Express journey. Unlike traditional train tickets, these passes provide flexible access to most trains in 33 European countries.
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Regular regional train on the same UNESCO route
Bernina Express Panoramic Train Ticket
Panoramic Express
Fixed departure time
Reserved 1st/2nd class seat, Wi-Fi, USB, infotainment app
No
• Guaranteed panoramic seat • Fewer departures, premium ride
Varies by option
Bernina Red Train Ticket
Regional Red Train
Valid all day
1st/2nd class seat, openable windows
No
• Flexible same-day travel • Cheaper than Express
Varies by option
From Milan: St. Moritz–Tirano Day Trip
Red Train (2nd class)
Fixed tour schedule
Round-trip coach, Red Train ride, free time in St. Moritz
Yes (EN/ES)
• All logistics handled • No Swiss planning needed
Free cancel 24h
From Milan: Lake Como + St. Moritz + Red Train
Red Train (2nd class)
Fixed tour schedule
Lake Como cruise, coach transfers, Red Train ride
Yes (EN/ES)
• 3 experiences in 1 day • Lake + Alps combo
Free cancel 24h
The Bernina Express runs 144 km (89 miles) from Chur (Switzerland) to Tirano (Italy), crossing the Alps on the UNESCO-listed Rhaetian Railway. The full journey takes about 4 hours (or 2.5 hours from St. Moritz to Tirano) and links two historic rail lines: the Albula Line and the Bernina Line.
High bridges, deep gorges, and classic Swiss mountain scenery.
Glaciers, high mountain passes, and a dramatic descent into Italy.
Good to know: The Bernina Express runs with limited stops and requires a seat reservation. The Bernina Red (regional) trains run more frequently and stop at small towns like Filisur, Pontresina, Alp Grüm, and Le Prese, great if you want to explore along the way.
All classes on both trains get you the same UNESCO-listed route. The difference is space, atmosphere, and flexibility, not the scenery.
All coaches are air-conditioned with sealed, ceiling-high panoramic windows, free Wi-Fi, USB/power outlets, and access to the onboard infotainment app (live map + audio commentary). A paid minibar service is available.
Best for: Couples, slower-paced travelers, or anyone prioritizing comfort and space.
Best for: Value-focused travelers who want the panoramic experience at a lower cost.
No seat reservation required. Coaches vary slightly by train, but both classes offer large windows and the same scenic route.
Best for: Extra comfort without booking the panoramic train.
Best for: Flexible travelers who want open windows and the lowest price.
The Bernina Pass is the highest point on the Bernina Express route, connecting the Swiss Upper Engadin Valley with the Italian Val Poschiavo. Catch breathtaking views of Lago Bianco, snow-capped mountain tops, and other alpine flora along this stretch of the ride.
The Bernina Express runs a few scenic departures daily between Chur, St. Moritz, and Tirano along the UNESCO-listed Albula–Bernina Railway. Trains operate at fixed times and require seat reservations.
Typical departures include:
The full journey from Chur to Tirano takes about 4 hours, while the popular St. Moritz → Tirano section takes around 2.5 hours.
Some trains begin in Chur while others start in St. Moritz, but all follow the same scenic Alpine route.
See the full Bernina Express timetable
The Bernina Express is a panoramic train running on the UNESCO-listed Albula and Bernina Lines between Chur/St. Moritz and Tirano. It requires a seat reservation and has panoramic windows. Regional “Red Trains” run the same route without mandatory reservations.
Yes, reservations are mandatory on the Bernina Express and cost extra. They sell out quickly in summer. Regional trains do not require reservations.
If your children are under 6 years of age and don’t require their own seats, you don’t need to reserve seats for them or pay for their tickets. However, you will have to pay the full seat reservation charge if your children younger than 6 years of age require their own seat and if your children are aged between 6 and 15, although their ticket prices will be discounted.
Yes, both the Bernina Express train and bus are wheelchair accessible. Regional trains also have accessibility coaches for wheelchair users.
Yes, they are, provided you a pay a second-class half-fare fee for them. Please also note that larger pets will have to remain under your seat or on your lap and cannot crowd the aisles. If you’re traveling with a small pet, please ensure that they’re in carriers, baskets, or other animal-friendly containers.
It depends on the luggage. Light hand luggage carrying only essentials is all you will have space for on the train. Please do not bring multiple bags or suitcases onto the train.
No, the Bernina Express panoramic train starting from Chur does not make any official stops on its way to Tirano. If you’d like to pause your journey at St. Moritz before continuing to Tirano, consider making the journey in a regional Red train.
If your plans aren’t set in stone, try moving your travel dates around based on the availability of seat reservations. However, if you cannot alter your plans, your best bet would be to take the regional Red trains to see the sights along the Bernina Line.
Not on the Bernina Express (point-to-point, limited stops). For hop-on flexibility at stations like Alp Grüm or Pontresina, choose the regional Red Train.
The views along the Bernina Express route are gorgeous irrespective of the season. In spring and summer, you’ll get to see rolling green fields, melting glaciers, and glittering lakes. The landscape freezes over in the winter, and you get a glimpse of snow-capped mountain ranges and glaciers. During fall, the yellow-orange foliage of deciduous and coniferous trees makes for a breathtaking sight from the train.
From Zurich, yes — but it’s a long day (8–10+ hours round trip). From Milan, guided day tours typically use the regional Red Train between St. Moritz and Tirano.
