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

The main differences lie in the seating arrangement and the comfort . The seating is arranged in tables of two and four in 1st class, offering more space and only tables of four in 2nd class. All travel classes have the same 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 comments field . As the panoramic coaches can change direction of travel, it is not guaranteed that your seat preferences will always be fulfilled. We will endeavour to allocate you the best available seat and inform you if no window seat is available. The view is always impressive, regardless of your seat.

Can I eat on board the Bernina Express?

There is no dining car on board the Bernina Express, but there is an at-seat trolley service with 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 railway station to the hotel and back?

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

How far in advance should I book?

We recommend that you book early to avoid disappointment. Demand is particularly high for the high season (see above). You can book your package online at the touch of a button or via our travel experts .

Is the journey accessible?

For accessible holidays, we recommend that you contact us directly. This way, we can check the best options together and ensure that your travel needs are taken into consideration. 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 journey over the Bernina Pass. An impressive and icy mountain world with the Morteratsch and Palü glaciers opens up to you on the way to glamorous St. Moritz.

2 days / 1 night

from CHF 340

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 adhesion railway in Europe and the steepest in the world on the Bernina Line
The alpine resort 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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Itinerary

Direction

Overview

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

Day 1

Arrival and stay in Poschiavo

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

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

Itinerary

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

Journey 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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