How to get to South Tyrol by train

These trains will take you to South Tyrol

Your holiday in South Tyrol begins even before you arrive.

If you’re travelling to South Tyrol by train, your holiday starts as soon as you leave home. You get on board and have time: for your favourite book, for your family, or to gaze out of the window at the passing countryside.

You can reach South Tyrol easily and comfortably with the Austrian Federal Railways, the Swiss Federal Railways and Deutsche Bahn . You can find an overview of all train services to South Tyrol on Trainline.

Once you’ve arrived in South Tyrol, you can continue your journey in comfort by regional trains, buses and cable cars. Many accommodation providers offer you the Südtirol Guest Pass. This means you can use local public transport with just one ticket.

With the new DB & ÖBB Railjet trains to South Tyrol

Train from Munich to Bolzano/Bozen

with five direct services a day from Munich to Bolzano in under four hours.
Train from Vienna to Bolzano/Bozen

With one change in Innsbruck, you can reach Bolzano in less than 7 hours.
Train from Zurich to Bolzano/Bozen

With a change in Innsbruck, you can reach Bolzano in 6 hours.

A travel pass to explore South Tyrol

The Südtirol Guest Pass makes getting around during your stay in South Tyrol easier. It is valid for the entire duration of your holiday – starting at 12:00 a.m. on the day of your arrival – and allows you to conveniently reach your destinations using public transport within the südtirolmobil network. Public transport use is always included, regardless of your holiday destination or the type of Guest Pass you receive.

With the pass, you can travel free of charge on the four railway lines within South Tyrol between Brennero/Brenner and Trento, as well as on around 200 bus routes, including city buses and regional services. You can also use the Renon/Ritten, Colle/Kohlern, Meltina/Mölten, and Verano/Vöran cable cars, the Renon/Ritten railway, and the Mendola/Mendel funicular at no extra cost.

In addition, the Guest Pass includes access to selected seasonal activities.

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Accommodation with the Südtirol Guest Pass

Did you know that you can explore South Tyrol/Südtirol comfortably and without a car? Many accommodation providers give you the Südtirol Guest Pass. This means you can use buses, regional trains and selected cable cars with just one ticket – taking you comfortably from a stroll through the city to a hiking adventure.

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Information for your Train Journey

It’s never been easier to travel to South Tyrol by train. Whether you’re traveling alone, with your family, on a night train, or with your own bike in tow, this information will help you plan your trip, right up to your transfer to your accommodations in South Tyrol.

You can travel comfortably to South Tyrol via Munich from many German cities. Five direct services run daily from Munich to Bolzano/Bozen. For example, if you’re travelling from Berlin, you can reach Munich in around 4 hours on the ICE Sprinter. You’ll then continue your journey to South Tyrol/Südtirol on the Railjet.

The new-generation Railjets operate on this route. Wi-Fi, an on-board restaurant, and quiet and family areas will make your journey even more enjoyable. You can also save money on the price. It’s best to check with the railway companies DB or ÖBB in advance to find out the current fares.

There are several routes from Austria to South Tyrol by train and bus.

Innsbruck is a particularly convenient place to travel to. As well as a direct Railjet service, regional trains also take you via the Brenner Pass on to South Tyrol.

From Vienna, take the Railjet to Innsbruck and change there to a suitable connection to Bolzano/Bozen.

If you’re coming from Lienz, the direct connection to Innichen/San Candido takes you comfortably into the Pustertal/Val Pusteria.

And for those travelling from the west, a direct bus connects Landeck and Mals/Malles Venosta in Tyrol and the Vinschgau/Val Venosta several times a day. The journey times are coordinated with the train services in Landeck and Mals/Malles Venosta.

From Switzerland, you can travel comfortably to South Tyrol by train. From Zurich, Basel or Geneva, you can take trains operated by the Swiss Federal Railways to find suitable connections to Innsbruck. From there, Railjet services take you on to Bolzano/Bozen, Brixen/Bressanone or Franzensfeste/Fortezza.

Alternatively, you can travel to South Tyrol by bus. The Südtirol Express runs from various locations in Switzerland directly to the Vinschgau/Val Venosta and Meran/Merano.

An exciting bus route takes you through Graubünden and the Vinschgau/Val Venosta: From Landquart, take the Rhaetian Railway to Zernez. From there, the PostAuto takes you through the Swiss National Park, over the Fuorn Pass and through the Münstertal/Val Monastero to Mals/Malles Venosta. From Mals/Malles Venosta, you can also take the Vinschgau Railway onwards to Meran/Merano.

Travel on the ÖBB Nightjet from Hamburg, Hanover, Essen or Amsterdam via Innsbruck to South Tyrol. The new-generation trains run daily and offer you an outstandingly high level of comfort. Board the sleeper carriage in the evening so that you can set off from Innsbruck in the morning, well-rested, on the connecting train to South Tyrol. So there’s nothing to stop you from enjoying an aperitif followed by lunch south of the Alps.

Urlaubsexpress from Hamburg, Hanover, Düsseldorf and Cologne to Innsbruck.

Night train Rome – Bolzano/Bozen: With the Intercity Notte, you can reach South Tyrol on two night services at the weekend. Every Friday and Saturday, the Intercity runs from Rome to Bolzano/Bozen.

Children up to and including the age of 14 travel free of charge on DB long-distance services to South Tyrol. You must specify any children travelling with you when you book. There are five direct services a day between Munich and South Tyrol/Südtirol.

ÖBB, SBB and Trenitalia also offer attractive family deals for train travel. Before you book, make sure you check the relevant terms and conditions.

Even here in South Tyrol, travelling with children is hassle-free. Children under the age of 6 travel on public transport for free. With the Südtirol Guest Pass, your children can travel at no extra cost. If you opt for the Mobilcard, you pay half price for children under 14.

You can take your bike on many long-distance trains from Germany, Austria and Switzerland. Some trains offer additional spaces for bikes, such as the Railjet from Munich to Bolzano/Bozen. We recommend that you book your bike stowage well in advance, as spaces are limited.

If you wish to transport your bike with Trenitalia in Italy, you can find all relevant information here .

Or you could let Insam Express organise the transport of your bike. This service is available in Germany, Austria and Italy.

Alternatively, you can hire a bike when you get there. In South Tyrol, you’ll find plenty of bike hire stations where you can choose the right bike or e-bike for your ride.

Would you like to leave your suitcases in safe hands and explore South Tyrol/Südtirol travelling light? You’ll find suitable solutions for this, which you can book online and use flexibly during your trip.

Insam Express collects your luggage directly from your home and delivers it reliably to your destination in South Tyrol/Südtirol. If you’re travelling from Austria, you can use the ÖBB ‘door-to-door’ luggage service to South Tyrol/Südtirol.
With Radical Storage, you stay flexible. You can simply book your luggage storage online and drop off your bags at various locations across South Tyrol/Südtirol. This way, you can move freely through towns, valleys and mountains, unencumbered.
Once you’re there, you can leave your luggage or your bike at Basecamp Dolomites at Bolzano/Bozen railway station, either by the hour or for several days.

The well-developed public transport network takes you comfortably from the railway stations to your accommodation and on to many towns and valleys in South Tyrol. You can find the right connection at südtirolmobil.

There are several transfer providers in South Tyrol that can take you directly to your accommodation:

The Südtirol Transfer is a shuttle service covering the whole region, taking you from the train station to your accommodation. You’re welcome to book a shared or private transfer conveniently online – whichever you prefer.
Clever Transfer - Südtirol Bus also offers transfers between railway stations, airports, accommodation and other destinations in South Tyrol. Shared and private transfers can be booked online. You can find the latest destinations, journey times and booking deadlines directly from the provider. Bookings must be made at least 48 hours in advance.

If you’re looking for an accessible holiday in South Tyrol, you’ll also find suitable options and the necessary infrastructure when it comes to transport. If you are travelling with reduced mobility, you can use the Sala Blu mobility service at the main stations to help you get on and off the train. Most regional trains are low-floor trains and also have space for wheelchairs. Many city and regional buses also make it easier for you to get about locally, thanks to ramps or low-floor design.

Yes, many rail companies allow you to travel with your dog. If you’re planning a holiday with your dog in South Tyrol, we recommend that you check the relevant terms and conditions before you book. Different rules apply depending on the provider:

Once you’ve arrived in South Tyrol, your dog is allowed to travel on public transport. You can find detailed information about the travel crate, lead, muzzle and ticket here.