Is there a direct train from Lucerne to Appenzell?

The journey between Lucerne and Appenzell usually involves one change of train. We usually find at least one departure on the route from Lucerne to Appenzell every weekday that leave enough time to change trains without waiting around for longer than necessary.There are typically fewer trains leaving at weekends, when we found at least one departure.

How long does it take to travel from Lucerne to Appenzell?

The Lucerne to Appenzell train travel takes about 2 hours and 38 minutes, no matter when you leave.

What are the Lucerne to Appenzell train times and schedule?

If you're travelling on a weekday, you'll find the earliest train to Appenzell leaving Lucerne at around 00:39 and the last train leaving at around 23:36.At weekends, the first train of the day leaves Lucerne at around 01:35, with the final departure at 21:39.

Lucerne to Appenzell by train

First train

00:39
Last train

23:36

Avg changes

1
Fastest journey

2hr 38m

Distance

89 kilometres
Trains per day

24

Avg. journey time

3hr 30m
Train operators

Taking the train from Lucerne to Appenzell

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Cost of train travel from Lucerne to Appenzell

Here is the average ticket cost on trains from Lucerne to Appenzell:

Cheapest ticket: CA$70.85
Pricing when booking a month in advance:
Pricing when booking a week in advance:

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Lucerne to Appenzell departure timetable

On this route, 24 trains run daily, with the first one leaving Lucerne at 00:39 and the last leaving at 23:36 during the week.

For weekend travel to Appenzell, the earliest departure is at 01:35 and the last one is at 21:39. You will find that departures along this journey occur every 30 minutes.

How long is the train journey from Lucerne to Appenzell?

This journey covers a total of 89 kilometres, with the quickest trip taking 2 hours and 38 minutes.

When are tickets between Lucerne and Appenzell available for purchase?

Tickets for trains between Lucerne and Appenzell can be purchased 6 months before the departure date. Take advantage of the early-bird savings by booking as early as possible.

Maximising your travels to Appenzell

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FAQs about the train journey from Lucerne to Appenzell

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How far is the train trip from Lucerne to Appenzell?

The total distance from Lucerne to Appenzell is 89 kilometres.

What is the Lucerne to Appenzell train ticket price?

The cheapest ticket on this route runs CA$70.85. When booked 30 days in advance, tickets cost . If booked 7 days in advance, tickets can cost around .

How far in advance can I book my Lucerne to Appenzell train tickets?

Tickets for this route go on sale 6 months in advance of the departure date.

What’s the travel time from Lucerne to Appenzell by train?

The fastest journey time is 2 hours and 38 minutes.

Appenzell to Lucerne by train

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