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Textilmuseum St. Gallen
Renowned museum of cultural history with famous embroidered textiles, regional artefacts and changing exhibitions tied to St. Gallen’s heritage.
Cheapest price on 05 Sept
£66
Average ticket price on 05 Sept
£97
Fastest journey on 05 Sept
4 h 6 m
Average journey duration on 05 Sept
4 h 15 m
Trains on 05 Sept
57
Distance
281 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Geneva to Sankt Gallen is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Geneva to Sankt Gallen will cost around £97 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £66.
On Sat 05 Sept, we found 57 trains from Geneva to Sankt Gallen, including 2 direct services.
These direct trains cover the 281 km distance in an average of 4 h 15 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 4 h 6 m .
The slowest trains will take 4 h 23 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.
RE 33 18445 | 18445 · S 41 24509 | 24509 · IC 1 705 | 705
RE 33 18445 | 18445 · S 41 24509 | 24509 · IC 1 705 | 705 · B 11 | 11026
IC 901 | 901 · IC 5 511 | 511 · S 21 2099 | 2099
RE 33 18401 | 18401 · IR 15 2507 | 2507 · IC 8 807 | 807 · IC 5 509 | 509
RE 33 18401 | 18401 · IR 15 2507 | 2507 · IC 8 807 | 807 · IC 5 509 | 509
IC 1 713 | 713 · EC 191 | 191
IC 1 709 | 709 · EC 99 | 99
IC 901 | 901 · IR 55 707 | 707
RE 33 18465 | 18465 · IR 15 2517 | 2517 · IC 8 817 | 817 · IC 5 519 | 519
RE 33 18463 | 18463 · IR 15 2515 | 2515 · IC 81 815 | 815 · IC 5 517 | 517Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Geneva to Sankt Gallen among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £22 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 3h 0m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £22, while a flight costs an average of £254.
Distance: 281 km
Most popular Train | Coach | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
£76 Average Price | £22 Average Price Cheapest | £254 Average Price | £99 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
4h 38m Average total duration 4h 8m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 57m Average total duration 4h 27m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 0m Average total duration Fastest 1h 0m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* | 4h 2m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
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Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Geneva to Sankt Gallen:
A coach is £54 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Geneva to Sankt Gallen costing on average £76.
A coach is £232 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Geneva to Sankt Gallen costing on average £254.
Other travel options to Sankt Gallen take longer:
Train takes on average 4h 8m.
Coach takes on average 4h 27m.
Tickets start at around £76 compared to roughly £99 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about £24. The journey takes 4h 8m versus 4h 2m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can work, read, or sleep along the way rather than spending the time behind the wheel. You'll also save the hassle of parking at the other end.
Direct services run with SBB, Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS).
Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.
The table below shows live departures for Geneva to Sankt Gallen trains for tomorrow, Saturday 5 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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RE 33 18441 | 18441 · RE N5 3591 | 3591 · B M10 104 | 104 · IR 2155 | 2155 | 0:08 Geneva station | 6h22 | 6:30 St. Gallen | 4 changes | |
RE 33 18441 | 18441 · RE N5 3591 | 3591 · B M10 104 | 104 · IR 2155 | 2155 | 0:08 Geneva station | 6h44 | 6:52 St. Gallen Güterbahnhof | 5 changes | |
RE 33 18443 | 18443 · IR 15 2503 | 2503 · B N17 91705 | 91705 · IC 1 703 | 703 | 1:08 Geneva station | 6h26 | 7:34 St. Gallen | 4 changes | |
RE 33 18443 | 18443 · IR 15 2503 | 2503 · B N17 91705 | 91705 · IC 1 703 | 703 | 1:08 Geneva station | 6h44 | 7:52 St. Gallen Güterbahnhof | 5 changes | |
RE 33 18443 | 18443 · IR 15 2503 | 2503 · B N17 91705 | 91705 · IC 1 703 | 703 | 1:08 Geneva station | 7h14 | 8:22 St. Gallen Güterbahnhof | 4 changes | |
RE 33 18443 | 18443 · IR 15 2503 | 2503 · B N17 91705 | 91705 · IC 1 703 | 703 | 1:08 Geneva station | 6h44 | 7:52 St. Gallen | 3 changes | |
RE 33 18445 | 18445 · S 41 24509 | 24509 · IC 1 705 | 705 | 2:08 Geneva station | 6h44 | 8:52 St. Gallen | 2 changes | |
RE 33 18445 | 18445 · S 41 24509 | 24509 · IC 1 705 | 705 · EC 97 | 97 | 2:08 Geneva station | 6h45 | 8:53 St. Gallen Güterbahnhof | 4 changes | |
RE 33 18445 | 18445 · S 41 24509 | 24509 · IC 1 705 | 705 · EC 97 | 97 | 2:08 Geneva station | 6h22 | 8:30 St. Gallen | 3 changes | |
RE 33 18445 | 18445 · S 41 24509 | 24509 · IC 1 705 | 705 · EC 97 | 97 | 2:08 Geneva station | 6h41 | 8:49 St. Gallen, Mühlegg | 4 changes | |
RE 33 18445 | 18445 · S 41 24509 | 24509 · IC 1 705 | 705 · B 11 | 11026 | 2:08 Geneva station | 6h54 | 9:02 Sankt Gallen | 3 changes | |
RE 33 18401 | 18401 · S 40 24611 | 24611 · RE 2 3805 | 3805 · IC 8 807 | 807 | 4:01 Geneva station | 5h01 | 9:02 St. Gallen | 4 changes | |
RE 33 18401 | 18401 · IR 15 2507 | 2507 · IC 8 807 | 807 · IC 5 509 | 509 | 4:01 Geneva station | 5h22 | 9:23 St. Gallen Güterbahnhof | 4 changes | |
RE 33 18401 | 18401 · S 40 24611 | 24611 · RE 2 3805 | 3805 · IC 8 807 | 807 | 4:01 Geneva station | 5h22 | 9:23 St. Gallen Güterbahnhof | 5 changes | |
RE 33 18401 | 18401 · IR 15 2507 | 2507 · IC 8 807 | 807 · IC 5 509 | 509 | 4:01 Geneva station | 5h01 | 9:02 St. Gallen | 3 changes | |
RE 33 18401 | 18401 · IR 15 2507 | 2507 · IC 8 807 | 807 · IC 5 509 | 509 | 4:01 Geneva station | 5h31 | 9:32 Sankt Gallen | 4 changes | |
RE 33 18401 | 18401 · S 40 24611 | 24611 · RE 2 3805 | 3805 · IC 8 807 | 807 | 4:01 Geneva station | 5h17 | 9:18 St. Gallen, Mühlegg | 5 changes | |
RE 33 18401 | 18401 · IR 15 2507 | 2507 · IC 8 807 | 807 · IC 5 509 | 509 | 4:01 Geneva station | 5h17 | 9:18 St. Gallen, Mühlegg | 4 changes | |
IC 901 | 901 · IC 5 511 | 511 · S 21 2099 | 2099 | 5:35 Geneva station | 4h48 | 10:23 St. Gallen Güterbahnhof | 2 changes | |
IC 901 | 901 · IR 55 707 | 707 | 5:35 Geneva station | 4h17 | 9:52 St. Gallen | 1 change | |
IC 901 | 901 · IR 55 707 | 707 · B 11 | 11038 | 5:35 Geneva station | 4h27 | 10:02 Sankt Gallen | 2 changes | |
RE 33 18457 | 18457 · IC 1455 | 1455 · IC 81 809 | 809 · IC 5 511 | 511 | 5:39 Geneva station | 4h39 | 10:18 St. Gallen, Mühlegg | 4 changes | |
RE 33 18457 | 18457 · IC 1455 | 1455 · IC 81 809 | 809 · IC 5 511 | 511 | 5:39 Geneva station | 4h44 | 10:23 St. Gallen Güterbahnhof | 4 changes | |
RE 33 18457 | 18457 · IC 1455 | 1455 · IC 81 809 | 809 · IC 5 511 | 511 | 5:39 Geneva station | 4h53 | 10:32 Sankt Gallen | 4 changes | |
RE 33 18457 | 18457 · IC 1455 | 1455 · IC 81 809 | 809 · IC 5 511 | 511 | 5:39 Geneva station | 4h23 | 10:02 St. Gallen | 3 changes | |
IC 1 709 | 709 · EC 99 | 99 · S 21 2105 | 2105 | 6:24 Geneva station | 4h29 | 10:53 St. Gallen Güterbahnhof | 2 changes | |
IC 1 709 | 709 · EC 99 | 99 | 6:24 Geneva station | 4h06 | 10:30 St. Gallen | 1 change | |
IC 1 709 | 709 | 6:24 Geneva station | 4h28 | 10:52 St. Gallen | 0 changesdirect | |
IC 1 709 | 709 · S 21 2109 | 2109 | 6:24 Geneva station | 4h59 | 11:23 St. Gallen Güterbahnhof | 1 change | |
IC 1 709 | 709 · EC 99 | 99 · B 6 | 6187 | 6:24 Geneva station | 4h24 | 10:48 St. Gallen, Mühlegg | 2 changes | |
IC 1 709 | 709 · B 11 | 11050 | 6:24 Geneva station | 4h38 | 11:02 Sankt Gallen | 1 change | |
RE 33 18459 | 18459 · IR 15 2511 | 2511 · IC 81 811 | 811 · IC 5 513 | 513 | 6:39 Geneva station | 4h44 | 11:23 St. Gallen Güterbahnhof | 4 changes | |
RE 33 18459 | 18459 · IR 15 2511 | 2511 · IC 81 811 | 811 · IC 5 513 | 513 | 6:39 Geneva station | 4h53 | 11:32 Sankt Gallen | 4 changes | |
RE 33 18459 | 18459 · IR 15 2511 | 2511 · IC 81 811 | 811 · IC 5 513 | 513 | 6:39 Geneva station | 4h39 | 11:18 St. Gallen, Mühlegg | 4 changes | |
RE 33 18459 | 18459 · IR 15 2511 | 2511 · IC 81 811 | 811 · IC 5 513 | 513 | 6:39 Geneva station | 4h23 | 11:02 St. Gallen | 3 changes | |
IC 903 | 903 · IR 55 711 | 711 · S 21 2115 | 2115 | 7:24 Geneva station | 4h33 | 11:57 St. Gallen Güterbahnhof | 2 changes | |
IC 903 | 903 · IR 55 711 | 711 | 7:24 Geneva station | 4h28 | 11:52 St. Gallen | 1 change | |
IC 903 | 903 · IR 55 711 | 711 · B 11 | 11062 | 7:24 Geneva station | 4h38 | 12:02 Sankt Gallen | 2 changes | |
RE 33 18461 | 18461 · IR 15 2513 | 2513 · IC 8 813 | 813 · IC 5 515 | 515 | 7:39 Geneva station | 4h39 | 12:18 St. Gallen, Mühlegg | 4 changes | |
RE 33 18461 | 18461 · IR 15 2513 | 2513 · IC 8 813 | 813 · IC 5 515 | 515 | 7:39 Geneva station | 4h48 | 12:27 St. Gallen Güterbahnhof | 4 changes | |
RE 33 18461 | 18461 · IR 15 2513 | 2513 · IC 8 813 | 813 · IC 5 515 | 515 | 7:39 Geneva station | 4h53 | 12:32 Sankt Gallen | 4 changes | |
RE 33 18461 | 18461 · IR 15 2513 | 2513 · IC 8 813 | 813 · IC 5 515 | 515 | 7:39 Geneva station | 4h23 | 12:02 St. Gallen | 3 changes | |
IC 1 713 | 713 · B 11 | 11074 | 8:24 Geneva station | 4h38 | 13:02 Sankt Gallen | 1 change | |
IC 1 713 | 713 | 8:24 Geneva station | 4h28 | 12:52 St. Gallen | 0 changesdirect | |
IC 1 713 | 713 · S 21 2125 | 2125 | 8:24 Geneva station | 4h33 | 12:57 St. Gallen Güterbahnhof | 1 change | |
IC 1 713 | 713 · EC 191 | 191 · B 6 | 6255 | 8:24 Geneva station | 4h24 | 12:48 St. Gallen, Mühlegg | 2 changes | |
IC 1 713 | 713 · EC 191 | 191 | 8:24 Geneva station | 4h06 | 12:30 St. Gallen | 1 change | |
RE 33 18463 | 18463 · IR 15 2515 | 2515 · IC 81 815 | 815 · IC 5 517 | 517 | 8:39 Geneva station | 4h53 | 13:32 Sankt Gallen | 4 changes | |
RE 33 18463 | 18463 · IR 15 2515 | 2515 · IC 81 815 | 815 · IC 5 517 | 517 | 8:39 Geneva station | 4h23 | 13:02 St. Gallen | 3 changes | |
RE 33 18463 | 18463 · IR 15 2515 | 2515 · IC 81 815 | 815 · IC 5 517 | 517 | 8:39 Geneva station | 4h48 | 13:27 St. Gallen Güterbahnhof | 4 changes | |
RE 33 18463 | 18463 · IR 15 2515 | 2515 · IC 81 815 | 815 · IC 5 517 | 517 | 8:39 Geneva station | 4h39 | 13:18 St. Gallen, Mühlegg | 4 changes | |
IC 905 | 905 · IR 55 715 | 715 | 9:24 Geneva station | 4h28 | 13:52 St. Gallen | 1 change | |
IC 905 | 905 · IR 55 715 | 715 · S 21 2135 | 2135 | 9:24 Geneva station | 4h33 | 13:57 St. Gallen Güterbahnhof | 2 changes | |
IC 905 | 905 · IR 55 715 | 715 · B 11 | 11082 | 9:24 Geneva station | 4h38 | 14:02 Sankt Gallen | 2 changes | |
RE 33 18465 | 18465 · IR 15 2517 | 2517 · IC 8 817 | 817 · IC 5 519 | 519 | 9:39 Geneva station | 4h48 | 14:27 St. Gallen Güterbahnhof | 4 changes | |
RE 33 18465 | 18465 · IR 15 2517 | 2517 · IC 8 817 | 817 · IC 5 519 | 519 | 9:39 Geneva station | 4h23 | 14:02 St. Gallen | 3 changes | |
IC 1 717 | 717 · S 21 2145 | 2145 | 10:24 Geneva station | 4h33 | 14:57 St. Gallen Güterbahnhof | 1 change | |
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Trains from Geneva to Sankt Gallen run on average 22 times per day, taking around 4h 8m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £57 but you can travel from only £22 by coach.
There are 2 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:03, the last at 23:56. The fastest train covers the 281 km distance in 3h 57m.
Distance 281 km |
Average train duration 4h 8m |
Cheapest ticket price £57 |
Trains per day 22 |
Direct trains 2 |
Fastest train 3h 57m |
First train 0:03 |
Last train 23:56 |
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Best time to book 1 day |
Discover the best of Sankt Gallen — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Sankt Gallen trip today.
Renowned museum of cultural history with famous embroidered textiles, regional artefacts and changing exhibitions tied to St. Gallen’s heritage.
Art museum in a distinguished building showing Swiss and international works from past centuries to modern art in rotating displays.
Exhibition space for contemporary art in the same cultural complex, known for ambitious temporary shows and current artistic positions.
Central square facing the abbey and cathedral, a practical meeting point and good place to admire the monumental setting and city life.
Car-free old town street lined with oriel-windowed houses, shops and historic façades, ideal for strolling and absorbing local character.
Popular recreation area on a hill above the city, offering woodland walks, open space and one of the easiest panoramic outings in St. Gallen.
A veal and pork bratwurst from St. Gallen, traditionally grilled and served without mustard. It is the city’s signature sausage and a protected regional speciality.
A traditional partner to St. Galler Bratwurst: crisp oval potato rösti cooked until golden. It is a hearty Swiss side often eaten in local taverns.
A small saffron-spiced Swiss wheat roll from nearby St. Gallen and eastern Switzerland. Its golden colour and soft crumb make it a classic local bakery item.
Established fine-dining venue with seasonal cuisine and polished service, suitable for a longer dinner in a smart contemporary setting.
Historic bratwurst grill near the cathedral, known for St. Galler Bratwurst and simple regional classics in a casual old-town setting.
Traditional restaurant by the Abbey district serving refined Swiss and regional dishes in an elegant, historic atmosphere.
St. Gallen is costly by European standards. Hotels, restaurant meals and local transport are pricier than in nearby Germany or Austria, though slightly below Zurich in some cases.
Service is usually included. Round up modestly in restaurants and cafes, or add about CHF 1-5 for good service. In taxis, round up the fare rather than tipping a fixed percentage.
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Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Geneva to Sankt Gallen 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 Sankt Gallen, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Geneva to Sankt Gallen trains use the Genève to St. Gallen station pair, with some services arriving at St. Gallen Güterbahnhof. Use this guide to compare Geneva and Sankt Gallen train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Genève has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Shower, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, Information Desk and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Le Bistrot de Charlotte, Les Brasseurs, La Matze Restaurant
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Genève. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Genève. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Genève: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Genève: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Genève: Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
Nearby hotels include Warwick Geneva, Hotel Cornavin, ibis Styles Genève Gare.
Genève-Aéroport is 4 km from Geneva city centre. Public transport options include:
Genève-Aéroport has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, Information Desk and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Le Chef Genève Aéroport, Montreux Jazz Café
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Genève-Aéroport. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Genève-Aéroport. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Genève-Aéroport: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Genève-Aéroport: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Genève-Aéroport: Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Novotel Suites Geneva, ibis Geneva Airport Hotel, Mövenpick Hotel & Casino Geneva.
Genève, Cornavin has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Bike Parking, Bike Rental and Car Rental.
Food options include: La Matze Restaurant
ATMs are available at Genève, Cornavin.
Available at Genève, Cornavin: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Genève, Cornavin: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Genève, Cornavin.
St. Gallen has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, Information Desk and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Restaurant Lagerhaus, Restaurant Marktplatz
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at St. Gallen. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at St. Gallen. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at St. Gallen: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at St. Gallen: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at St. Gallen: Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Walhalla, Hotel Metropol, Hotel Dom.
St. Gallen Güterbahnhof is 1 km from Sankt Gallen city centre. Public transport options include:
St. Gallen Güterbahnhof has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Bike Parking and Bike Rental.
Food and drink options are available at St. Gallen Güterbahnhof.
ATMs are available at St. Gallen Güterbahnhof.
Available at St. Gallen Güterbahnhof: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at St. Gallen Güterbahnhof: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at St. Gallen Güterbahnhof.
St. Gallen, Mühlegg has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower and Ticket Office.
Free WiFi available throughout the station. ATMs are available at St. Gallen, Mühlegg.
Ticket office support is available at St. Gallen, Mühlegg.
Available at St. Gallen, Mühlegg: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at St. Gallen, Mühlegg: Station is wheelchair accessible.
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