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

The cheapest way to get from Locarno to Appenzell is to drive which costs SFr 30 - SFr 50 and takes 2h 39m.

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

The fastest way to get from Locarno to Appenzell is to drive which takes 2h 39m and costs SFr 30 - SFr 50.

Is there a direct bus between Locarno and Appenzell?

No, there is no direct bus from Locarno to Appenzell. However, there are services departing from Locarno and arriving at Appenzell, Adlerplatz via Lugano, Stazione, Lugano Via Giacomo and Filippo Ciani and St. Gallen, Bahnhof. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 10m.

Is there a direct train between Locarno and Appenzell?

No, there is no direct train from Locarno to Appenzell. However, there are services departing from Locarno and arriving at Appenzell via Bellinzona, Arth-Goldau and Herisau. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 32m.

How far is it from Locarno to Appenzell?

The distance between Locarno and Appenzell is 239 km. The road distance is 209.7 km.

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

The best way to get from Locarno to Appenzell without a car is to train via Bellinzona which takes 4h 32m and costs SFr 45 - SFr 180.

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

It takes approximately 4h 32m to get from Locarno to Appenzell, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Locarno to Appenzell bus from?

Locarno to Appenzell bus services, operated by Trenord, depart from Locarno station.

Where do I catch the Locarno to Appenzell train from?

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

Train or bus from Locarno to Appenzell?

The best way to get from Locarno to Appenzell is to train via Bellinzona which takes 4h 32m and costs SFr 45 - SFr 180. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 8h 10m.

Where does the Locarno to Appenzell bus arrive?

Locarno to Appenzell bus services, operated by Trenord, arrive at Lugano station.

Where does the Locarno to Appenzell train arrive?

Locarno to Appenzell train services, operated by Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS), arrive at Arth-Goldau station.

Can I drive from Locarno to Appenzell?

Yes, the driving distance between Locarno to Appenzell is 210 km. It takes approximately 2h 39m to drive from Locarno to Appenzell.

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

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Where can I stay near Appenzell?

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

There are 5 ways to get from Locarno to Appenzell by train (Trenitalia), bus, train, 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 Bellinzona
best
1. Take the train from Bellinzona to Arth-Goldautrain Ic2 / ...
2. Take the train from Arth-Goldau to Herisautrain Vae
4h 32m
CHF 45–175
Drive 209.7 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Locarno to Appenzellcar 209.7 km
2h 39m
CHF 34–48
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Bellinzona, Stazione to Chur, Postautostationbus 171
2. Take the train from Chur to St. Gallentrain Ir13
6h 55m
CHF 44–70
Train
1. Take the train from Locarno to Arth-Goldautrain Ir46 / ...
2. Take the train from Arth-Goldau to Herisautrain Vae
5h 39m
CHF 83–199
Bus
1. Take the bus from Locarno to Luganobus Bus
2. Take the bus from Lugano Via Giacomo and Filippo Ciani to St. Gallen Lagerstrassebus : Milan Lampugnano Bus Station - Prague Central Bus Station / ...
8h 10m

Locarno to Appenzell by train

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4h 32mAverage Duration

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Distance: 238.6 km
Duration: 4h 32m

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

You can take a train from Locarno to Appenzell via Bellinzona, Arth-Goldau, and Herisau in around 4h 32m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Locarno to Appenzell, Adlerplatz via Lugano, Lugano, Stazione, Lugano, Via Ciani/Cornaredo, Lugano Via Giacomo and Filippo Ciani, St. Gallen Lagerstrasse, and St. Gallen, Bahnhof in around 8h 10m.

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