The average train between Appenzell and Bern takes 3h 25m and the fastest train takes 2h 58m. There is a train service every few hours from Appenzell to Bern. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.
Trains run hourly between Appenzell and Bern. The earliest departure is at 5:00 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Appenzell is at 11:00 PM which arrives into Bern at 7:28 AM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 3h 25m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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No, there is no direct train from Appenzell to Bern. However, there are services departing from Appenzell station and arriving at Bern station via Gossau SG. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 25m.
Appenzell to Bern train services, operated by Appenzeller Bahnen, depart from Appenzell station.
Appenzell to Bern train services, operated by Appenzeller Bahnen, arrive at Bern station.
Book your Appenzell to Bern train tickets online with Appenzeller Bahnen and Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS).
The distance between Appenzell and Bern is 154.4 km. The road distance is 218 km.
You can take a train from Appenzell to Bern via Gossau SG in around 3h 33m.