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

The cheapest way to get from Appenzell to Lugano is to bus which costs SFr 21 - SFr 30 and takes 5h 41m.

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

The fastest way to get from Appenzell to Lugano is to drive which takes 2h 35m and costs SFr 35 - SFr 55.

Is there a direct bus between Appenzell and Lugano?

No, there is no direct bus from Appenzell to Lugano. However, there are services departing from Appenzell, Adlerplatz and arriving at Lugano Via Giacomo and Filippo Ciani via St. Gallen Lagerstrasse. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 41m.

Is there a direct train between Appenzell and Lugano?

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

How far is it from Appenzell to Lugano?

The distance between Appenzell and Lugano is 241 km. The road distance is 220.1 km.

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

The best way to get from Appenzell to Lugano without a car is to train which takes 4h 14m and costs SFr 40 - SFr 190.

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

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

Where do I catch the Appenzell to Lugano bus from?

Appenzell to Lugano bus services, operated by RegioJet, depart from St. Gallen Lagerstrasse station.

Where do I catch the Appenzell to Lugano train from?

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

Train or bus from Appenzell to Lugano?

The best way to get from Appenzell to Lugano is to train which takes 4h 14m and costs SFr 40 - SFr 190. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs SFr 21 - SFr 30 and takes 5h 41m.

Where does the Appenzell to Lugano bus arrive?

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

Where does the Appenzell to Lugano train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Appenzell to Lugano?

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

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

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Herisau to Arth-Goldautrain Vae
2. Take the train from Arth-Goldau to Luganotrain Ec / ...
4h 14m
CHF 40–182
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 / ...
5h 41m
CHF 21–30
Drive 220.1 km
1. Drive from Appenzell to Luganocar 220.1 km
2h 35m
CHF 36–52
Train, bus
1. Take the train from St. Gallen to Churtrain Ir13
2. Take the bus from Chur, Postautostation to Bellinzona, Stazionebus 171
6h 20m
CHF 45–86

Appenzell to Lugano by train

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Distance: 241.3 km
Duration: 4h 14m

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

You can take a train from Appenzell to Lugano via Herisau and Arth-Goldau in around 4h 14m. Alternatively, RegioJet operates a bus from St. Gallen Lagerstrasse to Lugano Via Giacomo and Filippo Ciani 3 times a week. Tickets cost CHF 21–30 and the journey takes 4h 5m.

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