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Castello Masegra - Museo CAST
Castle museum focused on mountain storytelling, landscape, and identity; combines historic architecture with modern exhibition design.
Cheapest price
€4
Average price
€4
Fastest journey
42 m
Average duration
45 m
Buses per day
6
Distance
24 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Tirano to Sondrio is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Tirano to Sondrio will cost around €4 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €4.
Of the 6 buses that leave Tirano for Sondrio on Wed, Aug 05, 6 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Wed, Aug 05 the direct buses cover the 24 km distance in an average of 45 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 42 m .
On Wed, Aug 05 the slowest buses will take 56 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.










Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Tirano to Sondrio among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from €4. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 32m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of €4, and a bus costs an average of €4.
Distance: 14 miles (24 km)
| Bus | Most popular Train | Driving |
|---|---|---|
€4 Average price | €4 Average price Cheapest | €5 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
1h 12m Average total duration 42m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 2m Average total duration Fastest 32m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 35m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
![]() Most popular bus company | ![]() Most popular train company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Tirano to Sondrio:
A train is €0.01 less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Tirano to Sondrio costing on average €4.
Other travel options to Sondrio take longer:
Bus takes on average 42m.
Tickets start at around €4 compared to roughly €5 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about €0.87. The journey takes 42m versus 35m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can use the time productively rather than spending it behind the wheel. No parking to sort, no fuel stops, and most coaches have Wi-Fi and power outlets.
Direct services are operated by BlaBlaCar, Bus Perego.
Driving is worth considering if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), or want the flexibility to stop along the way.
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator Regionale | Departure Time 05:37AM | Arrival Time 06:20AM | Duration 0h43 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price €4 |
Operator Regionale | Departure Time 05:48AM | Arrival Time 06:30AM | Duration 0h42 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Thu, Fri | Cheapest price €4 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 06:30AM | Arrival Time 08:20AM | Duration 1h50 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price €9 |
Operator Regionale | Departure Time 06:37AM | Arrival Time 07:20AM | Duration 0h43 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price €4 |
Operator Regionale | Departure Time 07:37AM | Arrival Time 08:20AM | Duration 0h43 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price €4 |
Operator Regionale | Departure Time 08:24AM | Arrival Time 09:20AM | Duration 0h56 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Sat | Cheapest price €4 |
Operator Regionale | Departure Time 09:24AM | Arrival Time 10:20AM | Duration 0h56 | Departure days Wed, Sat | Cheapest price €4 |
Operator Regionale | Departure Time 10:24AM | Arrival Time 11:20AM | Duration 0h56 | Departure days Tue, Sun | Cheapest price €4 |
Operator Regionale | Departure Time 12:37PM | Arrival Time 01:20PM | Duration 0h43 | Departure days Mon, Fri | Cheapest price €4 |
Operator Regionale | Departure Time 01:37PM | Arrival Time 02:20PM | Duration 0h43 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Thu, Sat | Cheapest price €4 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 02:00PM | Arrival Time 03:40PM | Duration 1h40 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price €6 |
Operator Regionale | Departure Time 02:37PM | Arrival Time 03:20PM | Duration 0h43 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price €4 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 08:50PM | Arrival Time 09:30PM | Duration 0h40 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price €5 |
The table below shows live departures for Tirano to Sondrio buses for tomorrow, Wednesday, August 5. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 5:37 AM Tirano | 0h43 | 6:20 AM Sondrio | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 5:48 AM Tirano | 0h42 | 6:30 AM Sondrio | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 6:37 AM Tirano | 0h43 | 7:20 AM Sondrio | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 8:24 AM Tirano | 0h56 | 9:20 AM Sondrio | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 9:24 AM Tirano | 0h56 | 10:20 AM Sondrio | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 1:37 PM Tirano | 0h43 | 2:20 PM Sondrio | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Buses from Tirano to Sondrio run on average 9 times per day, taking around 42m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €4 if you book in advance.
There are 9 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 05:20, the last at 22:55. The fastest bus covers the 14 miles (24 km) distance in 42m.
Distance 14 miles (24 km) |
Average bus duration 42m |
Cheapest ticket price €4 |
Buses per day 9 |
Direct buses 9 |
Fastest bus 42m |
First bus 5:20 AM |
Last bus 10:55 PM |
Cheapest Month May |
Cheapest Day Mon |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Tue |
Least Busy Day Sun |
Best time to book 35 days |
Discover the best of Sondrio — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Sondrio trip today.
Castle museum focused on mountain storytelling, landscape, and identity; combines historic architecture with modern exhibition design.
Major art museum in nearby Palazzo Sassi de’ Lavizzari, known for Valtellina cultural collections and rotating exhibitions relevant to Sondrio visitors.
Diocesan collection displaying sacred art, liturgical objects, and religious heritage from the valley; best for ecclesiastical history.
Elegant central square with mountain backdrop, shops, and civic buildings; the best starting point for exploring Sondrio on foot.
Historic old-town street lined with palaces, arcades, and local boutiques; ideal for a short walk through Sondrio’s traditional center.
One of the city’s most characteristic medieval lanes, known for stone houses and atmospheric views toward the hillside.
Buckwheat pasta ribbons dressed with potatoes, cabbage, butter and local Casera cheese. A Valtellina classic tied to Alpine farm cooking.
Thin buckwheat crêpes filled with Casera cheese, then baked in butter. Traditional in the valley and especially loved in cooler months.
Crispy fried buckwheat fritters with a molten Casera cheese center. A signature Valtellina snack often served with chicory.
Well-regarded traditional spot serving pizzoccheri, sciatt and other valley classics in a warm, rustic atmosphere.
Historic restaurant in Sondrio known for refined Valtellina cuisine, local wines and an elegant traditional setting.
Established casual venue appreciated for local dishes, bresaola and regional wines in a relaxed setting near central Sondrio.
Moderate for Alpine Italy: lodging is often lower than major resorts, while dining and regional trains are fairly priced for visitors.
Service is often included or covered by coperto. Round up or leave €1-2 at cafes, 5-10% for great restaurant service, and round up taxi fares.
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