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

The cheapest way to get from Basel to Appenzell is to train via Schaffhausen which costs SFr 23 - SFr 40 and takes 4h 34m.

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

The fastest way to get from Basel to Appenzell is to drive which takes 1h 56m and costs SFr 27 - SFr 40.

Is there a direct train between Basel and Appenzell?

No, there is no direct train from Basel to Appenzell. However, there are services departing from Basel SBB and arriving at Appenzell via Zürich HB and St. Gallen. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 29m.

How far is it from Basel to Appenzell?

The distance between Basel and Appenzell is 193 km. The road distance is 173.6 km.

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

The best way to get from Basel to Appenzell without a car is to train which takes 3h 29m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 3h 29m to get from Basel to Appenzell, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Basel to Appenzell train from?

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

Where does the Basel to Appenzell train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Basel to Appenzell?

Yes, the driving distance between Basel to Appenzell is 174 km. It takes approximately 1h 56m to drive from Basel to Appenzell.

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

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Where can I stay near Appenzell?

There are 811+ hotels available in Appenzell.

Basel to Appenzell - 3 ways to travel via train, and car

There are 3 ways to get from Basel to Appenzell by train or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Basel SBB to Zürich HBIce / ...
2. Take the train from Zürich HB to St. GallenIc1 / ...
3. Take the train from St. Gallen to AppenzellS21 / ...
3h 29m
Train via Schaffhausen
cheapest
1. Take the train from Basel Bad Bf to SchaffhausenRe3
2. Take the train from Schaffhausen to Gossau SGS1
4h 34m
CHF 24–38
Drive 173.6 km
1. Drive from Basel to Appenzell173.6 km
1h 56m
CHF 28–40

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Distance: 192.8 km
Duration: 3h 29m

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

You can take a train from Basel SBB to Appenzell via Zürich HB and St. Gallen in around 3h 29m.

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