Roundtrip on the Bernina Express from Bad Ragaz

Travelcheckup · 2024-01-05T15:25:44+01:00

Hi, Trying to decide if it's worth the long day to ride the BE roundtrip to/from Bad Ragaz. I assume the regional trains coming back would take the same amount of time at least resulting in at least a 9-10 hour day. I am incorrect? Are there any other suggestions? I have done it before and loved it, but this would be my 9 and 13 year old sons first time and I'm wondering if it might be too much straight train time for them. Thanks!

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A traveler, Travelcheckup, is contemplating a day trip on the Bernina Express from Bad Ragaz, worried about the long duration with their 9 and 13-year-old sons. They've done it before but are unsure if it would be too much train time for their kids. They're seeking advice on whether the trip is feasible and if there are better alternatives.

Key takeaways:

Start your day early, around 7:45 AM, to take the Bernina Express from Bad Ragaz via Chur for a smooth trip.
Use the Swiss timetable to check train schedules for precise planning.
Consider hopping on a regular train back from Tirano to enjoy flexible stops and make the journey more enjoyable.
Make sure to explore Tirano during your lunch break to enrich the experience.

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Travelcheckup
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5 January 2024 at 15:25:44 #1047307

Hi,

Trying to decide if it’s worth the long day to ride the BE roundtrip to/from Bad Ragaz. I assume the regional trains coming back would take the same amount of time at least resulting in at least a 9-10 hour day. I am incorrect? Are there any other suggestions? I have done it before and loved it, but this would be my 9 and 13 year old sons first time and I’m wondering if it might be too much straight train time for them.

Thanks!

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Anna
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Reply 1 of 1 • 6 January 2024 at 8:07:30 #1047536

Hi Travelcheckup,

I live just outside of Zurich and have done a roundtrip on the Bernina Express in one day with my guests. So doing a similar day trip from Bad Ragaz is definitely possible as Bad Ragaz is less than 30 mins away from Chur. You just have to plan accordingly. Use the Swiss timetable to check train schedules: https://www.myswissalps.com/travel/public-transport/timetable/

Details about tickets and reservations for the Bernina Express are available here: https://www.myswissalps.com/activity/bernina-express/

I recommend starting the day early, maybe take the 7.45 AM connection from Bad Ragaz to Chur via Sargans so you can catch the 8.28 AM Bernina Express train. You’ll reach Tirano at lunch time around 12.49 PM. The next Bernina Express train departs from Tirano at 14.24 PM so this gives you enough time to have lunch and explore the town. You’ll reach Chur around 18.22 PM so plenty of time to get back to Bad Ragaz.

Or if you prefer not too hang around too long in Tirano, you can just hop on a regular train back but bear in mind you need to change trains in Samedan/ Pontresina to get back to Chur. We took the regular train back and enjoyed it even more because you can hop off and on as you wish.

Hope this helps.

Regards,

Anna

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