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Tirano is the Italian terminus of the Bernina Express: the UNESCO Albula/Bernina line climbs from here to 2,253 m at Ospizio Bernina without a rack, on gradients of up to 7%. A Zonetransfers chauffeur is posted at the T1 or T2 arrivals doors and drives you to Tirano at a fixed price from €319.
From Malpensa Airport to Tirano, a private car starts at €319 for one to four passengers, for a drive of about 178 km (2 h 30–2 h 45). With Zonetransfers the price is per vehicle, never per person, and is fixed when you book.
| Details | |
|---|---|
| Price | from €319 per vehicle (1–4 people) |
| Distance | about 178 km |
| Drive time | 2 h 30–2 h 45 |
| Larger groups | minivan for 5–8, minibus beyond |
The road runs along Lake Como on the SS36 and up the Valtellina on the SS38; the Bernina Express station is in Piazza delle Stazioni, next to the Trenord station.
SS336 and the A8 towards Milan.
Motorway towards Monza and the SS36 towards Lecco.
SS36 along the eastern shore to Colico.
SS38 past Sondrio to Tirano.
Short breaks on the way are free; ask when booking.
| Activity | Details |
|---|---|
| Bernina Express to St. Moritz | About 2 h 30 via Alp Grüm (2,091 m) and Ospizio Bernina (2,253 m). |
| RhB regional train | Roughly hourly, no reservation needed, so you can stop at villages on the way. |
| Poschiavo | Valley capital at 1,014 m with a car-free old town and the Museo Poschiavino. |
Planning excursions? See our chauffeur service in Milan and the lakes.
Tirano is about 2 km from the Swiss border at Campocologno, so carry ID if you continue to Poschiavo or St. Moritz. Seat reservations on the Bernina Express are compulsory and paid as a supplement; RhB regional trains do not need them.
Give us the hotel name and we stop at the door. Some favourites in Tirano:
Mansion from around 1500 in the old town, renovated in 2020, billed as Italy's first Eco Mobility Hotel.
Via Pio Rajna 13, 23037 Tirano (SO) · 4-star
Former grocery warehouse in the old town, about 600 m from the Bernina Express station.
Via Don Luigi Albonico 27, 23037 Tirano (SO) · Boutique
Opposite Tirano station, with a pizzeria-restaurant and rooftop terrace.
Via Roma 24, 23037 Tirano (SO) · 3-star
Next to Palazzo Salis, about 100 m from the Bernina Express departure point, with a kids' club.
Viale Italia 19, 23037 Tirano (SO) · 3-star
Begun in 1505 on the site of an apparition on 29 September 1504; a minor basilica since 1927.
The Bernina line crosses the main square of Madonna di Tirano at street level.
Art Nouveau-Deco building of 1927 on Piazza delle Stazioni.
A 110 m spiral just inside Switzerland that lets the train gain about 30 m without a rack.
Tirano is where many travellers start the Bernina Express to St. Moritz. Landing at Malpensa, a private car along Lake Como and the Valtellina gets you to the platform without changes in Milan or Lecco.
The driver goes to T1 for most airlines and to T2 for easyJet flights.
Right where you come out of baggage reclaim, with your name on a sign.
Your driver adjusts to the actual landing, with an hour of free waiting.
Ring the round-the-clock line printed on your voucher, or write to +34 654 381 547 on WhatsApp.
Hotels and vehicles fill up around these dates: book ahead.
Malpensa's two terminals are a shuttle ride apart, so let us know yours when booking.
Exit checks apply on these flights.
Plans change? Cars and minivans can be cancelled at no cost until 48 hours ahead; group coaches until 96 hours. Terms of sale.
Yes. Tell us your train time and we plan the pick-up at Malpensa so you reach Piazza delle Stazioni with a margin; the drive is about 2 h 30–2 h 45.
Everything is settled online at booking: Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Maestro or PayPal. The chauffeur never asks for money.
Each traveller may bring a hold bag whose three sides add up to 158 cm, plus a cabin bag. Ski bags, bikes and golf clubs go free of charge but use seats or boot space, so list them in the booking.
Yes, we drive from Malpensa to St. Moritz too, and we can quote a return from St. Moritz or Tirano to the airport.
€319 per car (1–4 people) is the starting fare, fixed at booking and including tolls and waiting time.
Your chauffeur times the pick-up to touchdown, not to the schedule, and the 60 free minutes start then. Very long delays (over 1.5 h) are confirmed case by case.
Type in your flight number and your Tirano address and the booking form shows the closed fare instantly.
Page content verified in October 2026.
I had a 5:30 AM pickup for the airport in Alicante. The driver arrived 10 minutes early, sent a polite text to let me know he was waiting outside, and handled everything with absolute professionalism.(09/23/2026) David Miller
We used Zonetransfers for airport transfers back and forth during a family trip to Madrid. On-time pickups, comfortable vehicles, and very friendly drivers. Will definitely use them again.(09/15/2026) Evelyn Campbell
Booked a private transfer from Barcelona Airport to our city-center hotel. Our driver, David, was exceptionally polite, helped with our heavy luggage, and gave us a few great local tips on the way.(09/11/2026) Rachel Henderson
What I appreciate most is knowing the exact cost upfront without unexpected luggage surcharges or meter surprises. Quick booking on the website and excellent customer support throughout.(09/06/2026) Emma Reed
We needed a transfer from Barcelona to Girona Airport early in the morning. The driver was there on time and we got to the airport with plenty of time. Very handy.(09/01/2026) Rachel Moore
Booked a transfer from Lisbon Airport to Faro. Long drive, but the car was comfortable and the driver was friendly. We arrived without any problems.(08/30/2026) Tom Harris
We used Zonetransfers for a transfer from Madrid to Ciudad Real. The driver was on time and the car was comfortable. Exactly what we needed.(08/25/2026) Claire Morgan
Booked a private transfer from Lisbon Airport to Sintra. Driver was waiting when we came out and helped with the bags. Simple and hassle-free.(08/22/2026) Jack Wilson
We needed to get from Valencia to Barcelona with quite a few bags, so we decided to book a private transfer. The driver arrived on time, helped us with the luggage and we went straight to our hotel in Barcelona. It worked really well for us.(08/14/2026) Sophie Turner
We booked a transfer from Lisbon Airport to Faro as we were staying in the Algarve for a few days. It was a long drive but the car was comfortable and the driver was friendly. We just sat back and enjoyed the trip instead of worrying about trains and changing buses.(08/07/2026) James Walker