The most efficient way to reach Cortina d'Ampezzo for a day trip is by private car or taxi, as public transport requires multiple transfers and takes significantly longer.
Quick Facts
Traveling by Private Car
Driving is the most popular option. From Selva, head over the Passo Gardena towards Alta Badia. Follow signs for La Villa and then San Cassiano, climbing over the Passo Valparola and Passo Falzarego before descending into Cortina. This route is incredibly scenic but involves many hairpins.
Private Transfers and Taxis
- For a stress-free day trip, consider booking Taxi Kostner or Taxi Leo based in Selva.
- Other reliable valley services include Viaggi Gardena and Taxi Alex .
- If you are already in the upper part of the valley, Taxi Raimund or Taxi Stefan are excellent local choices.
Public Transport Options
Using public buses is possible but challenging for a single day. You typically take Bus 471 or 473 from Val Gardena to Corvara, transfer to Bus 465 towards Passo Falzarego, and finally catch a Dolomiti Bus or Cortina Express to Cortina center. Always check the latest schedules on the südtirolmobil website.
During the ski season, experienced skiers can reach the outskirts of the Cortina district (Lagazuoi/5 Torri) using the Sellaronda and the taxi-shuttle from Armentarola, though reaching the actual town center of Cortina and back in one day on skis is very tight.