San Bernardino Tunnel Toll
What is the San Bernardino Tunnel?
The San Bernardino Pass, through which the San Bernardino Tunnel runs among other routes, is located in the south of Switzerland in the canton of Graubünden. The road tunnel has a summit elevation of around 2,066 meters above sea level and lies near the Italian border on Main Road 13. The tunnel also runs parallel to the Laghetto Moesola. It connects the regions of Hinterrhein and San Bernardino and has a total length of 6,600 meters (6.6 km). The tunnel is paved, suitable for caravans, and has served as an important connection since 1967 between the southern Graubünden valleys of Misox and Calancatal and the cantonal capital of Chur.
Is the San Bernardino Tunnel subject to tolls?
Use of the San Bernardino Tunnel is subject to the vignette requirement for vehicles up to 3.5 t gross weight or the obligation to pay the heavy vehicle charge for vehicles over 3.5 t gross weight. The tunnel is therefore subject to tolls, and a corresponding authorization is required.
In contrast to tunnels subject to special tolls such as the Great St. Bernard Tunnel or the Munt-la-Schera Tunnel, however, no additional fees apply beyond the vignette or the paid heavy vehicle charge. The San Bernardino Tunnel is not among the special toll routes.
The Europamaut team wishes you a pleasant journey
We wish you a pleasant journey to Switzerland and lots of enjoyment on your exploration tour through the country's impressive nature. Please inform yourself in good time about the applicable toll regulations. In addition, our route planner is available to help you plan your journey optimally and display the relevant toll products. If you have any questions, we are of course happy to help. Feel free to contact us at any time by email.
FAQ about the San Bernardino Tunnel
Is the San Bernardino Tunnel subject to a toll requirement?
Yes, the San Bernardino Tunnel is subject to tolls. To use it, you need a vignette, which can be purchased as a sticker vignette at gas stations or conveniently online as a digital version through us. Vehicles weighing more than 3.5 t gross weight are exempt from the vignette requirement and are instead subject to the heavy vehicle charge. For more information on this, please see our guide on the heavy vehicle charge.
Is the San Bernardino Tunnel subject to a special toll?
No, the San Bernardino Tunnel is not subject to a special toll. Special tolls only apply to certain tunnels such as the Munt-la-Schera Tunnel and the Great St. Bernard Tunnel. For more information on this, please see our guide on special tolls.
Is the San Bernardino Tunnel currently open?
The San Bernardino Tunnel is currently open and therefore accessible for regular traffic.
Why is the San Bernardino Tunnel closed at night?
The San Bernardino Tunnel was closed to regular traffic on the night of August 25, 2019, between 8:00 p.m. and 5:00 a.m., in order to repair fire damage from 2018. This work has since been completed, so no additional nighttime closures are currently planned.
Does San Bernardino have a tunnel?
Yes, the San Bernardino Tunnel is located at the San Bernardino Pass.
How long does the journey over the San Bernardino take?
The journey over the San Bernardino typically takes about 40 minutes.
