Bernina railway ticket route
Highlights
- Enjoy the journey along the Bernina Route over the Alps
- Cross the world-famous Landwasser Viaduct between Chur and St. Moritz
- Sit back and let the panoramic views glide past you
- Travel over the Brusio spiral viaduct
- Ride the scenic route between Chur or St. Moritz and Tirano in Italy
- Travel free on this route with: GA, all day passes, community day pass, Swiss Travel Pass, Interrail, Eurail
Description
The Bernina Express panorama train also runs on this route. This ticket is valid on both the regular trains of the Rhaetian Railway and the Bernina Express panorama train. However, keep in mind that a seat reservation is mandatory if you want to travel on the Bernina Express.
This ticket alone does not grant you access to the Bernina Express panorama train. However, the regular trains operate on the same route, allowing you to enjoy the beautiful panorama just as well.
Bernina Route
The highest railway line across the Alps takes you from Chur or St. Moritz all the way to Tirano in Italy. The route winds spectacularly through the Alps: it passes enchanting gorges, impressive structures like the Landwasser Viaduct, climbs up to glaciers, and then descends again to the palm trees in Italian Tirano. You'll experience a unique journey crossing 55 tunnels and over 196 bridges.
The train reaches its highest point at the Bernina Pass in Ospizio Bernina (2,253 m above sea level). It is the highest railway station of the Rhaetian Railway.
Out and About with a Wheelchair
- RhB trains and buses increasingly feature low-floor entrances (marked as LF in the timetable).
- The SBB Callcenter Handicap arranges assistance for RhB when switching trains at stations where platforms haven’t been raised or floors aligned yet. It helps you prepare for barrier-free travel or provides support if you need help while on the move.
Out and about with the dog
- Small dogs up to 30 cm can travel for free if they stay in a carrier container for the entire journey. This must be placed under your seat.
- Dogs without a carrier and all dogs over 30 cm shoulder height require a valid dog ticket: half the price of 2nd class or at least the minimum fare (dog day pass, dog card). They must sit under the seat so the passage for other passengers is not blocked.
Practical information
- Suitable for wheelchairs, strollers, and dogs
- You need a reservation to use the Bernina Express panoramic train.
- Reservation between Chur and Tirano
- Reservation between St. Moritz and Tirano
Inclusions
Bernina Railway Ticket
Mandatory seat reservation Bernina Express panoramic train
Meeting point
Bahnhof Chur, St. Moritz oder Tirano
migrolino St. Moritz, Plazza da la Staziun, St. Moritz, Switzerland
Important information
- This ticket does not include a mandatory reservation for the Bernina Express panoramic train! If you want to travel on the Bernina Express panoramic train, you must also book a seat reservation. Otherwise, the ticket is only valid on regional trains on this route and not on the panoramic train.
- A refund for this ticket is not possible afterwards if you do not have a seat reservation.
- Check the timetable on the travel day via the SBB website or app. The ticket is non-refundable if you miss the last train.
- Bring: Passport or ID
Provider
Operated by
Schweizerische Bundesbahnen SBB
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Stunning landscapes, clean train, and the ability to open the windows is a big plus.
Martine
12 Jun 2026
The scenery was stunning, and the red Bernina train is one of a kind in the world.
Ionel
26 Apr 2026









