The average train between Appenzell and Lugano takes 3h 38m and the fastest train takes 3h 28m. There is a train service every few hours from Appenzell to Lugano. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.
Trains run hourly between Appenzell and Lugano. The earliest departure is at 6:30 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Appenzell is at 7:30 PM which arrives into Lugano at 10:58 PM. All services require a transfer at Herisau and take an average of 3h 38m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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Want to know about travelling from Appenzell to Lugano? We have put together a list of the most frequently asked questions from our users such as: What is the cheapest mode of transport? What is the quickest option? How much do tickets usually cost? and many more.
No, there is no direct train from Appenzell to Lugano. However, there are services departing from Appenzell station and arriving at Lugano station via Arth-Goldau. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 38m.
Appenzell to Lugano train services, operated by Appenzeller Bahnen, depart from Herisau station.
Appenzell to Lugano train services, operated by Appenzeller Bahnen, arrive at Lugano station.
Book your Appenzell to Lugano train tickets online with Appenzeller Bahnen, Schweizerische Südostbahn AG and Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS).
The distance between Appenzell and Lugano is 150.7 km. The road distance is 241 km.
You can take a train from Appenzell to Lugano via Herisau and Arth-Goldau in around 4h 14m.