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Overview

The Bernina Railway is one of Switzerland’s most scenic train journeys, connecting St. Moritz with Tirano in Italy. The line crosses the high Alpine landscapes of the Engadin and Bernina region, passing mountain lakes, glaciers, forests and dramatic valleys.

Passengers can enjoy changing views throughout the journey, with the railway climbing through the mountains and crossing impressive viaducts and passes. The route is part of the UNESCO World Heritage site of the Rhaetian Railway in the Albula and Bernina Landscapes.

Experience

The Bernina Railway is one of the most scenic ways to travel from St. Moritz through the high Alpine landscapes of the Engadin and Bernina region. The journey combines railway heritage with impressive mountain scenery as the train crosses the Alps towards Tirano in Italy.

Along the way, passengers can enjoy views of mountain lakes, glaciers, Alpine peaks and dramatic valleys. The changing landscape makes the journey part of the experience, with impressive viaducts, winding railway sections and high mountain scenery accompanying the route.

Arriving in Tirano, you can continue exploring northern Italy or return towards Switzerland by train. Whether you are travelling for a scenic railway experience, a mountain adventure or simply want to enjoy the Alps without a car, the Bernina Railway offers a memorable journey through one of Switzerland’s most distinctive mountain landscapes.

Highlights

🚞 Scenic Railway Journey

Travel from St. Moritz to Tirano aboard the Rhaetian Railway and enjoy a spectacular journey through the high Alpine landscapes of the Engadin and Bernina region.

🏔️ High Alpine Landscapes

Watch the scenery change as the railway crosses the high mountains of the Bernina region, with glaciers, peaks and wide Alpine valleys along the route.

🏞️ Alpine Lakes & Glaciers

Enjoy views of mountain lakes, glaciers and snow-covered peaks as the train travels through the high Alpine landscape.

🌉 Scenic Viaducts

Keep your camera ready for impressive viaducts, bridges and winding railway sections built into the dramatic Alpine terrain.

🇮🇹 Journey to Tirano

Continue across the Alps to Tirano in northern Italy, where the landscape gradually changes from high mountains to the Italian valley.

🏛️ UNESCO World Heritage

Experience part of the UNESCO-listed Rhaetian Railway in the Albula and Bernina Landscapes, recognised for its historic railway engineering and Alpine setting.

Route

Follow the Bernina Railway from St. Moritz towards Tirano through the high Alpine landscapes of the Engadin and Bernina region. Enjoy a scenic railway journey through mountain valleys, lakes, glaciers and dramatic Alpine scenery as the train crosses the Alps towards Italy.

  • 🚆 Board at St. Moritz
    Begin your journey at St. Moritz and board the Rhaetian Railway towards Tirano.
  • 🏔️ Travel through the Bernina Region
    Continue through the high Alpine landscape and enjoy views of mountain peaks, glaciers and Alpine lakes along the route.
  • 🌉 Cross the Alpine Landscape
    Experience impressive viaducts, bridges and winding railway sections as the train crosses the Bernina mountains towards Italy.
  • 🇮🇹 Arrive in Tirano
    Reach Tirano in northern Italy and continue your journey with local transport, sightseeing or further travel through the region.

Timetable

🚆 St. Moritz

Depart from St. Moritz

Begin your journey from St. Moritz aboard the Rhaetian Railway towards Tirano.

🏔️ Bernina

Cross the High Alps

Travel through the Bernina region with views of glaciers, mountain lakes and impressive Alpine peaks.

🇮🇹 Tirano

Arrive in Tirano

Continue across the Alps to Tirano in northern Italy and explore the historic town or surrounding region.

Prices

🎫 One-Way Ticket

2nd Class From CHF 33
1st Class From CHF 57
Children Reduced Fares Available


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🎫 Return Ticket

2nd Class From CHF 66
1st Class From CHF 114
Children Reduced Fares Available


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Tickets

🎫 Purchase Bernina Railway tickets online or at St. Moritz railway station.
📱 Mobile tickets can be used for convenient travel on the Rhaetian Railway.
🚆 Swiss Travel Pass and Half Fare Card discounts may be available, depending on the ticket and service.
👨‍👩‍👧 Children and families can benefit from reduced fares and applicable family offers.
⚠️ Check current timetables, fares and train availability before travelling, especially during busy periods.

No tickets available.

Tips

📷 Choose a window seat for the best views of the Bernina mountains, glaciers and Alpine lakes along the route.
🌤️ Travel on a clear day to make the most of the panoramic views across the Engadin and Bernina landscapes.
🧥 Bring a light jacket, as temperatures can be significantly cooler in the high Alpine areas.
📸 Keep your camera ready as the train passes mountain lakes, glaciers, viaducts and dramatic Alpine scenery.
🥾 Plan your onward activities in advance if you want to combine the railway journey with hiking or mountain experiences.
🚆 Check the current RhB timetable before travelling and allow extra time during busy periods, especially for the Bernina Express.

FAQ

The Bernina Railway connects St. Moritz with Tirano in northern Italy, crossing the high Alpine landscapes of the Engadin and Bernina region.

Yes. The journey offers spectacular Alpine scenery, including mountain lakes, glaciers, high peaks, valleys and impressive railway structures along the route to Tirano.

The journey from St. Moritz to Tirano takes around four hours, depending on the specific service and timetable. Check the current RhB timetable before travelling.

Yes. The route forms part of the Rhaetian Railway in the Albula and Bernina Landscapes, which has been listed as a UNESCO World Heritage site since 2008.

Yes. The railway crosses the Alps from St. Moritz to Tirano in Italy. From Tirano, travellers can continue their journey through northern Italy or return to Switzerland by train.