The cheapest and fastest trains from Basel to Appenzell
Cheapest price
$64
Average price
$64
Fastest journey
2 h 54 m
Average duration
2 h 54 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
140 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Basel to Appenzell is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Basel to Appenzell will cost around $64 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $64.
Of the 1 trains that leave Basel for Appenzell on Fri, Dec 19, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Fri, Dec 19 the direct trains cover the 140 km distance in an average of 2 h 54 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 54 m .
On Fri, Dec 19 the slowest trains will take 2 h 54 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.


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Journey information
Overview: Train from Basel to Appenzell
Trains from Basel to Appenzell run on average 7 times per day, taking around 2h 37m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $56 (€45) if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 00:30, the last at 17:30. The fastest train covers the 86 miles (140 km) distance in 2h 54m.
Distance 86 miles (140 km) |
Average train duration 2h 37m |
Cheapest ticket price $56 (€45) |
Trains per day 7 |
Fastest train 2h 54m |
First train 00:30 |
Last train 17:30 |
Train companies: SBB, Swiss Railways (SBB/CFF/FFS) from Basel to Appenzell trainsSBB, Swiss Railways (SBB/CFF/FFS) trains will get you between Basel and Appenzell from $56 (€45). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Trains from Basel to Appenzell
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Basel to Appenzell by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Appenzell, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Basel to Appenzell
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 7 days a week, accessible via Centralbahnstrasse.
- Restaurant Da Roberto
- Brasserie Bahnhof Basel
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
- CHF 2
- Hotel Victoria
- Hotel Schweizerhof Basel
- GAIA Hotel
- Located in the main hall
- Located in the main hall
- 800 places, covered
- Avis
- Europcar
- Hertz
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-5 for Swiss domestic trains
- Hall 2: platform 6-10 for international trains
- Hall 3: shopping and services area
- Tram: Line 1, Line 2, Line 8, Line 10, Line 11
- Bus: Several lines available
- 6:00 AM - 8:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- Parking is available near the station with limited spaces.
- Restaurant Rank
- Gasthaus Hof
- Little Italy
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
- CHF 1
- Hotel Appenzell
- Romantik Hotel Säntis
- Hotel Hecht Appenzell
- Located in the main hall
- 100 places, covered
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platforms for trains to Gossau and Wasserauen
- Bus: Several local lines available
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