The average train between Appenzell and Brienz takes 5h 15m and the fastest train takes 4h 33m. There is a train service every few hours from Appenzell to Brienz. 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 Brienz. 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 Brienz at 8:33 AM. All services require a transfer at Gossau SG and take an average of 5h 15m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.



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Want to know about travelling from Appenzell to Brienz? We have put together a list of the most frequently asked questions from our users such as: What is the cheapest mode of transport? What is the quickest option? How much do tickets usually cost? and many more.
No, there is no direct train from Appenzell to Brienz. However, there are services departing from Appenzell station and arriving at Brienz station via Zürich HB. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 15m.
Appenzell to Brienz train services, operated by Appenzeller Bahnen, depart from Gossau SG station.
Appenzell to Brienz train services, operated by Appenzeller Bahnen, arrive at Brienz station.
Book your Appenzell to Brienz train tickets online with Appenzeller Bahnen, Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS) and Zentralbahn.
The distance between Appenzell and Brienz is 122.5 km. The road distance is 212 km.
You can take a train from Appenzell to Brienz via Gossau SG, Zürich HB, and Luzern in around 5h 25m.