What is the cheapest way to get from Appenzell to Brienz?

The cheapest way to get from Appenzell to Brienz is to drive which costs SFr 26 - SFr 40 and takes 2h 26m.

What is the fastest way to get from Appenzell to Brienz?

The fastest way to get from Appenzell to Brienz is to drive which takes 2h 26m and costs SFr 26 - SFr 40.

Is there a direct train between Appenzell and Brienz?

No, there is no direct train from Appenzell to Brienz. However, there are services departing from Appenzell and arriving at Brienz via Gossau SG, Zürich HB and Luzern. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 17m.

How far is it from Appenzell to Brienz?

The distance between Appenzell and Brienz is 212 km. The road distance is 170.6 km.

How do I travel from Appenzell to Brienz without a car?

The best way to get from Appenzell to Brienz without a car is to train via Zurich which takes 5h 17m and costs SFr 55 - SFr 95.

How long does it take to get from Appenzell to Brienz?

It takes approximately 5h 17m to get from Appenzell to Brienz, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Appenzell to Brienz train from?

Appenzell to Brienz train services, operated by Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS), depart from Gossau SG station.

Train or bus from Appenzell to Brienz?

The best way to get from Appenzell to Brienz is to train via Zurich which takes 5h 17m and costs SFr 55 - SFr 95. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs SFr 30 - SFr 45 and takes 6h 34m.

Where does the Appenzell to Brienz train arrive?

Appenzell to Brienz train services, operated by Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS), arrive at Zürich HB station.

Can I drive from Appenzell to Brienz?

Yes, the driving distance between Appenzell to Brienz is 171 km. It takes approximately 2h 26m to drive from Appenzell to Brienz.

How do I get a train ticket from Appenzell to Brienz?

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Where can I stay near Brienz?

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Appenzell to Brienz - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 4 ways to get from Appenzell to Brienz by train, bus, or car

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Train via Zurich
best
1. Take the train from Gossau SG to Zürich HBtrain Ic1
2. Take the train from Zürich HB to Luzerntrain Ir / ...
3. Take the train from Luzern to Brienztrain Lix
5h 17m
CHF 58–92
Drive 170.6 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Appenzell to Brienzcar 170.6 km
2h 26m
CHF 27–39
Bus
1. Take the bus from St. Gallen Lagerstrasse to Zurich Central Bus Station Sihlquaibus RegioJet 95 / ...
2. Take the bus from Zürich HB Schweizerhof to Interlaken Bahnhof Ostbus Shuttler L1 online shuttle
6h 34m
CHF 34–44
Train
1. Take the train from Herisau to Luzerntrain Vae
2. Take the train from Luzern to Brienztrain Lix / ...
5h 45m

Appenzell to Brienz by train

102Weekly Trains

5h 17mAverage Duration

CHF 58Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Appenzell to Brienz.

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Distance: 211.9 km
Duration: 5h 17m

What companies run services between Appenzell, Switzerland and Brienz, Canton of Bern, Switzerland?

You can take a train from Appenzell to Brienz via Gossau SG, Zürich HB, and Luzern in around 5h 17m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Appenzell, Bahnhof to Brienz via St. Gallen, Bahnhof, St. Gallen Lagerstrasse, Zurich Central Bus Station Sihlquai, Zürich HB Schweizerhof, Interlaken Bahnhof Ost, and Interlaken Ost in around 6h 34m.

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