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

The cheapest way to get from Appenzell to Locarno is to bus which costs SFr 27 - SFr 65 and takes 7h 13m.

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

The fastest way to get from Appenzell to Locarno is to drive which takes 2h 35m and costs SFr 30 - SFr 50.

Is there a direct train between Appenzell and Locarno?

No, there is no direct train from Appenzell to Locarno. However, there are services departing from Appenzell and arriving at Locarno via Herisau, Arth-Goldau and Bellinzona. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 30m.

How far is it from Appenzell to Locarno?

The distance between Appenzell and Locarno is 239 km. The road distance is 212.3 km.

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

The best way to get from Appenzell to Locarno without a car is to train via Bellinzona which takes 4h 30m and costs SFr 40 - SFr 160.

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

It takes approximately 4h 30m to get from Appenzell to Locarno, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Appenzell to Locarno train from?

Appenzell to Locarno train services, operated by Schweizerische Südostbahn AG, depart from Herisau station.

Train or bus from Appenzell to Locarno?

The best way to get from Appenzell to Locarno is to train via Bellinzona which takes 4h 30m and costs SFr 40 - SFr 160. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs SFr 27 - SFr 65 and takes 7h 13m.

Where does the Appenzell to Locarno train arrive?

Appenzell to Locarno train services, operated by Schweizerische Südostbahn AG, arrive at Arth-Goldau station.

Can I drive from Appenzell to Locarno?

Yes, the driving distance between Appenzell to Locarno is 212 km. It takes approximately 2h 35m to drive from Appenzell to Locarno.

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

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Where can I stay near Locarno?

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Appenzell to Locarno - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 5 ways to get from Appenzell to Locarno by train, bus, or car

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Train via Bellinzona
best
1. Take the train from Herisau to Arth-Goldautrain Vae
2. Take the train from Arth-Goldau to Bellinzonatrain Ec / ...
4h 30m
CHF 43–160
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from St. Gallen Lagerstrasse to Lugano Via Giacomo and Filippo Cianibus : Milan Lampugnano Bus Station - Prague Central Bus Station / ...
7h 13m
CHF 28–62
Train, bus
1. Take the train from St. Gallen to Churtrain Ir13
2. Take the bus from Chur, Postautostation to Bellinzona, Stazionebus 171
6h 58m
CHF 48–69
Drive 212.3 km
1. Drive from Appenzell to Locarnocar 212.3 km
2h 35m
CHF 34–49
Train
1. Take the train from Herisau to Arth-Goldautrain Vae
2. Take the train from Arth-Goldau to Locarnotrain Ir46 / ...
6h
CHF 79–202

Appenzell to Locarno by train

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4h 30mAverage Duration

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Distance: 238.5 km
Duration: 4h 30m

What companies run services between Appenzell, Switzerland and Locarno, Switzerland?

You can take a train from Appenzell to Locarno via Herisau, Arth-Goldau, and Bellinzona in around 4h 30m. Alternatively, RegioJet operates a bus from St. Gallen Lagerstrasse to Lugano Via Giacomo and Filippo Ciani twice a week. Tickets cost CHF 18–27 and the journey takes 4h 5m.

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