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

The cheapest way to get from Lugano to Appenzell is to bus which costs SFr 16 - SFr 25 and takes 6h 24m.

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

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

Is there a direct bus between Lugano and Appenzell?

No, there is no direct bus from Lugano to Appenzell. However, there are services departing from Lugano Via Giacomo and Filippo Ciani and arriving at Appenzell, Adlerplatz via St. Gallen, Bahnhof. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 24m.

Is there a direct train between Lugano and Appenzell?

No, there is no direct train from Lugano to Appenzell. However, there are services departing from Lugano and arriving at Appenzell via Arth-Goldau and Herisau. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 14m.

How far is it from Lugano to Appenzell?

The distance between Lugano and Appenzell is 242 km. The road distance is 220 km.

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

The best way to get from Lugano to Appenzell without a car is to train which takes 4h 14m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 4h 14m to get from Lugano to Appenzell, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Lugano to Appenzell bus from?

Lugano to Appenzell bus services, operated by RegioJet, depart from Lugano Via Giacomo and Filippo Ciani station.

Where do I catch the Lugano to Appenzell train from?

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

Train or bus from Lugano to Appenzell?

The best way to get from Lugano to Appenzell is to train which takes 4h 14m and costs . Alternatively, you can bus, which costs SFr 16 - SFr 25 and takes 6h 24m.

Where does the Lugano to Appenzell bus arrive?

Lugano to Appenzell bus services, operated by RegioJet, arrive at St. Gallen Lagerstrasse station.

Where does the Lugano to Appenzell train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Lugano to Appenzell?

Yes, the driving distance between Lugano to Appenzell is 220 km. It takes approximately 2h 35m to drive from Lugano to Appenzell.

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

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Where can I stay near Appenzell?

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

There are 4 ways to get from Lugano to Appenzell by train (Trenitalia), bus, car, or train

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

Train
best
1. Take the train from Lugano to Arth-Goldautrain Ic2 / ...
2. Take the train from Arth-Goldau to Herisautrain Vae
4h 14m
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Lugano Via Giacomo and Filippo Ciani to St. Gallen Lagerstrassebus RegioJet 22
6h 24m
CHF 16–25
Drive 220 km
1. Drive from Lugano to Appenzellcar 220 km
2h 35m
CHF 35–50
Train via Zurich
1. Take the train from Lugano to Zürich HBtrain Ic2 / ...
2. Take the train from Zürich HB to Gossau SGtrain Ir13 / ...
4h 16m
CHF 59–106

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Map of how to get from Lugano to Appenzell.

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Distance: 241.6 km
Duration: 4h 14m

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

You can take a train from Lugano to Appenzell via Arth-Goldau and Herisau in around 4h 14m. Alternatively, RegioJet operates a bus from Lugano Via Giacomo and Filippo Ciani to St. Gallen Lagerstrasse once a week. Tickets cost CHF 16–25 and the journey takes 4h 50m.

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