What is the difference between 1st and 2nd class on the Bernina Express?

The seats are larger and more comfortable In 1st class, with more legroom and privacy and a 2+1 arrangement that offers additional comfort . The seats are arranged more closely in 2nd class with 2+2 seating and offer slightly less space and legroom. Both classes have large panoramic windows .

Can I choose my seat on the Bernina Express in advance?

On the Bernina Express, you can specify your seat preferences during the booking process using the comment field . As the carriages can change direction, it is not guaranteed that your seat preferences will always be met. We will do our best to allocate you the best available seat and to inform you if a window seat is not available. The view is always impressive, regardless of where you sit.

Can I eat on board the Bernina Express?

There is no dining car on board the Bernina Express, but a minibar moving through the train cars delivers a selection of snacks and drinks. You can also bring your own food and enjoy it during the journey.

Where does the Bernina Express start and how do I get from the station to the hotel and vice versa?

The train route of the Bernina Express runs between St. Moritz and Poschiavo . The route can be started in both directions – the choice is yours. In the booking process , the distance to the respective station is displayed when you choose a hotel. This allows you to choose nearby accommodation if required. Some hotels offer convenient transfer services . For details about the transfer, please contact your hotel .

How far in advance should I book?

We recommend that you book early . Demand is particularly high for the main season (see above). You can book your package deal conveniently online or with our travel experts .

Is the trip accessible for the handicapped?

For accessible travel, we recommend that you contact us directly . This way, we can check the best options together and ensure that your travel needs are optimally met . Feel free to contact us by email or phone – the contact details can be found below .

Train journey

Bernina Express Poschiavo – St. Moritz

Your journey on the Bernina Express begins in the Mediterranean town of Poschiavo with a steep ride over the Bernina Pass. An impressive and icy mountain world with the Morteratsch and Palü glaciers opens up to you on the way to sophisticated St. Moritz.

2 days / 1 night

from $ 590

Direction

A red train travels through a mountain landscape.

A red train is crossing a stone bridge in an alpine landscape with mountains and trees.

Landscape with mountains in the morning light, a valley, and a paraglider.

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Highlights

Poschiavo – the valley in the south of Graubünden
Panoramic journey on the Bernina Express through the UNESCO-Rhaetian Railway World Heritage Site
View of the shimmering Lago Bianco
The highest tracks in Europe and the steepest in the world on the Bernina Line
Alpine metropolis St. Moritz in the Upper Engadine

A vast mountain landscape with a lake in the valley, surrounded by green meadows and small villages; majestic mountains in the background.

A woman walks on a platform next to a red Bernina Express train.

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Travel itinerary

Direction

Overview

Map of Switzerland with the Bernina Express travel route from Poschiavo to St. Moritz

Day 1

Arrival and stay in Poschiavo

Daily Itinerary

You start your journey from your individual starting point in Switzerland and travel to Poschiavo by public transport.

Overnight stay in Poschiavo

A beautiful old town with a square, a café, a building with a Swiss flag, and a church with a clock tower under clear skies.

Day 2

Ride on the Bernina Express and return journey from St. Moritz

Daily Itinerary

You travel on the Bernina Express from Poschiavo to St. Moritz. You then travel to the end point of your journey by public transport.

Trip time: approx. 2 hours

A red Bernina Express train travels through an alpine landscape with snow-covered mountains in the background.

When is the best time to travel?

Travel period

January to December

Recommended travel period

January to December

High season

July, August

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