Geneva to Sankt Gallen train with SBB

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The cheapest and fastest trains from Geneva to Sankt Gallen

Showing times and prices for 22 Jul

Cheapest price

£66

Average price

£81

Fastest journey

3 h 57 m

Average duration

3 h 57 m

Trains per day

52

Distance

281 km

Cheap tickets

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 £81 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £66.

Fast trains

Of the 52 trains that leave Geneva for Sankt Gallen every day 6 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

These direct trains cover the 281 km distance in an average of 3 h 57 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 3 h 57 m .

The slowest trains will take 3 h 57 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.

  • SBBIC 1 717 | 717
    10:204h32
    Geneva station
    14:52St. Gallen
    £661One-way
    0 changes
  • SBBIC 1 717 | 717 · S 21 2145 | 2145
    10:204h37
    Geneva station
    14:57St. Gallen Güterbahnhof
    £661One-way
    1 change
  • SBBIC 1 721 | 721
    12:204h32
    Geneva station
    16:52St. Gallen
    £671One-way
    0 changes
  • SBBIC 1 721 | 721 · S 21 2165 | 2165
    12:204h37
    Geneva station
    16:57St. Gallen Güterbahnhof
    £671One-way
    1 change
  • SBBIC 1 719 | 719
    11:204h32
    Geneva station
    15:52St. Gallen
    £671One-way
    0 changes

Travel Information

Compare coach, train and flight for Geneva to Sankt Gallen

Omio 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 prices starting from £21. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 52m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £21, and a flight costs an average of £137.

Distance: 281 km

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£81

Average Price

£21

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Cheapest

£323

Average Price

4h 35m

Average total duration

4h 5m

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30m

Additional time*

4h 57m

Average total duration

4h 27m

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3h 52m

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52m

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Live departures

Geneva to Sankt Gallen train times

The table below shows live departures for Geneva to Sankt Gallen trains for tomorrow, Wednesday 22 July. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.

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ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
Tickets
SBBIR 90 1811 | 1811 · IC 5 515 | 515 · S 22 4117 | 41178:05 Geneva station
4h07
12:12 St. Gallen Güterbahnhof2 changes
SBBIR 90 1811 | 1811 · IC 5 515 | 515 · B 11 | 110668:05 Geneva station
4h27
12:32 Sankt Gallen2 changes
SBBIR 90 1811 | 1811 · IC 5 515 | 515 · B 6 | 62378:05 Geneva station
4h13
12:18 St. Gallen, Mühlegg2 changes
SBBIR 90 1811 | 1811 · IC 5 515 | 5158:05 Geneva station
3h57
12:02 St. Gallen1 change
SBBIC 1 713 | 713 · EC 191 | 1918:20 Geneva station
4h10
12:30 St. Gallen1 change
SBBIC 1 713 | 7138:20 Geneva station
4h32
12:52 St. Gallen0 changesdirect
SBBIC 1 713 | 713 · B 11 | 110728:20 Geneva station
4h42
13:02 Sankt Gallen1 change
SBBIC 1 713 | 713 · S 21 2125 | 21258:20 Geneva station
4h37
12:57 St. Gallen Güterbahnhof1 change
SBBIC 1 713 | 713 · EC 191 | 191 · B 6 | 62538:20 Geneva station
4h28
12:48 St. Gallen, Mühlegg2 changes
SBBIC 1 713 | 713 · EC 191 | 191 · S 22 4121 | 41218:20 Geneva station
4h22
12:42 St. Gallen Güterbahnhof2 changes
SBBIR 90 1813 | 1813 · IC 5 517 | 517 · S 22 4127 | 41279:05 Geneva station
4h07
13:12 St. Gallen Güterbahnhof2 changes
SBBIR 90 1813 | 1813 · IC 5 517 | 5179:05 Geneva station
3h57
13:02 St. Gallen1 change
SBBIR 90 1813 | 1813 · IC 5 517 | 517 · B 6 | 62739:05 Geneva station
4h13
13:18 St. Gallen, Mühlegg2 changes
SBBIR 90 1813 | 1813 · IC 5 517 | 517 · B 11 | 110809:05 Geneva station
4h27
13:32 Sankt Gallen2 changes
SBBIC 1 715 | 715 · IC 5 1519 | 15199:20 Geneva station
4h12
13:32 St. Gallen1 change
SBBIC 1 715 | 7159:20 Geneva station
4h32
13:52 St. Gallen0 changesdirect
SBBIC 1 715 | 715 · IC 5 1519 | 1519 · S 22 4131 | 41319:20 Geneva station
4h22
13:42 St. Gallen Güterbahnhof2 changes
SBBIC 1 715 | 715 · S 21 2135 | 21359:20 Geneva station
4h37
13:57 St. Gallen Güterbahnhof1 change
SBBIC 1 715 | 715 · IC 5 1519 | 1519 · B 6 | 62899:20 Geneva station
4h28
13:48 St. Gallen, Mühlegg2 changes
SBBIC 1 715 | 715 · B 11 | 110849:20 Geneva station
4h42
14:02 Sankt Gallen1 change
SBBIR 90 1815 | 1815 · IC 5 519 | 51910:05 Geneva station
3h57
14:02 St. Gallen1 change
SBBIR 90 1815 | 1815 · IC 5 519 | 519 · B 11 | 1108810:05 Geneva station
4h27
14:32 Sankt Gallen2 changes
SBBIR 90 1815 | 1815 · IC 5 519 | 519 · S 21 2139 | 213910:05 Geneva station
4h22
14:27 St. Gallen Güterbahnhof2 changes
SBBIR 90 1815 | 1815 · IC 5 519 | 519 · B 6 | 630510:05 Geneva station
4h13
14:18 St. Gallen, Mühlegg2 changes
SBBIC 1 717 | 717 · EC 193 | 193 · B 6 | 632110:20 Geneva station
4h28
14:48 St. Gallen, Mühlegg2 changes
SBBIC 1 717 | 717 · S 21 2145 | 214510:20 Geneva station
4h37
14:57 St. Gallen Güterbahnhof1 change
SBBIC 1 717 | 717 · B 11 | 1109410:20 Geneva station
4h42
15:02 Sankt Gallen1 change
SBBIC 1 717 | 717 · EC 193 | 19310:20 Geneva station
4h10
14:30 St. Gallen1 change
SBBIC 1 717 | 71710:20 Geneva station
4h32
14:52 St. Gallen0 changesdirect
SBBIR 90 1817 | 1817 · IC 5 521 | 521 · S 21 2149 | 214911:05 Geneva station
4h22
15:27 St. Gallen Güterbahnhof2 changes
SBBIR 90 1817 | 1817 · IC 5 521 | 52111:05 Geneva station
3h57
15:02 St. Gallen1 change
SBBIR 90 1817 | 1817 · IC 5 521 | 521 · B 6 | 633911:05 Geneva station
4h13
15:18 St. Gallen, Mühlegg2 changes
SBBIR 90 1817 | 1817 · IC 5 521 | 521 · B 11 | 1110011:05 Geneva station
4h27
15:32 Sankt Gallen2 changes
SBBIC 1 719 | 719 · RJX 13483 | 1348311:20 Geneva station
4h14
15:34 St. Gallen1 change
SBBIC 1 719 | 719 · S 21 2155 | 215511:20 Geneva station
4h37
15:57 St. Gallen Güterbahnhof1 change
SBBIC 1 719 | 71911:20 Geneva station
4h32
15:52 St. Gallen0 changesdirect
SBBIC 1 719 | 719 · RJX 13483 | 13483 · B 6 | 635711:20 Geneva station
4h28
15:48 St. Gallen, Mühlegg2 changes
SBBIC 1 719 | 719 · B 11 | 1110611:20 Geneva station
4h42
16:02 Sankt Gallen1 change
SBBIR 90 1819 | 1819 · IC 5 523 | 523 · S 22 4157 | 415712:05 Geneva station
4h07
16:12 St. Gallen Güterbahnhof2 changes
SBBIR 90 1819 | 1819 · IC 5 523 | 52312:05 Geneva station
3h57
16:02 St. Gallen1 change
SBBIR 90 1819 | 1819 · IC 5 523 | 523 · B 11 | 1111612:05 Geneva station
4h27
16:32 Sankt Gallen2 changes
SBBIR 90 1819 | 1819 · IC 5 523 | 523 · B 6 | 637312:05 Geneva station
4h13
16:18 St. Gallen, Mühlegg2 changes
SBBIC 1 721 | 721 · EC 195 | 195 · S 22 4161 | 416112:20 Geneva station
4h22
16:42 St. Gallen Güterbahnhof2 changes
SBBIC 1 721 | 721 · EC 195 | 19512:20 Geneva station
4h10
16:30 St. Gallen1 change
SBBIC 1 721 | 721 · S 21 2165 | 216512:20 Geneva station
4h37
16:57 St. Gallen Güterbahnhof1 change
SBBIC 1 721 | 72112:20 Geneva station
4h32
16:52 St. Gallen0 changesdirect
SBBIR 90 1821 | 1821 · IC 5 525 | 52513:05 Geneva station
3h57
17:02 St. Gallen1 change
SBBIR 90 1821 | 1821 · IC 5 525 | 525 · S 22 4167 | 416713:05 Geneva station
4h07
17:12 St. Gallen Güterbahnhof2 changes
SBBIC 1 723 | 723 · S 21 2175 | 217513:20 Geneva station
4h37
17:57 St. Gallen Güterbahnhof1 change
SBBIC 1 723 | 72313:20 Geneva station
4h32
17:52 St. Gallen0 changesdirect
SBBIC 1 723 | 723 · IC 5 1527 | 1527 · S 22 4171 | 417113:20 Geneva station
4h22
17:42 St. Gallen Güterbahnhof2 changes
SBBIC 1 723 | 723 · IC 5 1527 | 152713:20 Geneva station
4h12
17:32 St. Gallen1 change

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Overview: Train from Geneva to Sankt Gallen

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Trains from Geneva to Sankt Gallen run on average 21 times per day, taking around 4h 5m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £56 but you can travel from only £21 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 55m.

Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Coach from £21
Distance
281 km
Average train duration
4h 5m
Cheapest ticket price
£56
Trains per day
21
Direct trains
2
Fastest train
3h 55m
First train
0:03
Last train
23:56
Cheapest Month
Jul
Cheapest Day
Sun
High Season
Jul - Sept
Low Season
Jan - Mar
Busiest Day
Sat
Least Busy Day
Mon
Best time to book
7 days
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Coach from £21

Train companies: SBB, Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS) from Geneva to Sankt Gallen trainsSBB, Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS) trains will get you between Geneva and Sankt Gallen from £21. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.

SBB

About
SBB is Switzerland’s national railway company, operating a wide range of train services including InterCity, InterRegio, RegioExpress, Regio, S-Bahn, and international InterCityExpress connections. InterCity trains reach speeds of up to 200 km/h for fast travel between major cities, while Regio trains provide slower, more frequent local services. Ticket options include Standard and First Class, as well as passes and discounts such as the Swiss Travel Pass, Half-Fare Card, and Super Saver tickets. Onboard amenities may feature Wi-Fi, power outlets, and restaurant cars. Popular routes include Zurich–Geneva, Basel–Bern, and Geneva–Lausanne.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
3h 55m
Cheapest Price
£56
SBB frequency
21 a day
Luggage included
One piece of hand luggage and one larger piece of luggage included in ticket price
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, under seats, and designated luggage areas at ends of carriages
Cancellation Policy
Cancellation possible according to ticket type conditions
Refund
Full refund provided for canceled trains
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Restaurant cars on long-distance trains, bistro service available. First class receives at-seat service
Seat reservation
Seat reservations optional in 2nd class for fee, included in 1st class tickets
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, and assistance services available with advance notice
Pets
Small pets in carriers travel free. Large dogs require half-price ticket. Guide dogs travel free
Quiet zone
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Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS)

Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
3h 55m
Cheapest Price
£152
Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS) frequency
17 a day

FAQs: Geneva to Sankt Gallen train

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.

FAQs
The cost of a train ticket from Geneva to Sankt Gallen can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £56, while the average price tends to be around £81.
The train journey from Geneva to Sankt Gallen covers a distance of 281 km and takes approximately 3h 55m. Trains run 21 per day.
The train distance from Geneva to Sankt Gallen is 281 km.
The first train from Geneva to Sankt Gallen leaves at 0:03.
The last train from Geneva to Sankt Gallen departs at 23:56.
Trains from Geneva to Sankt Gallen run approximately 21 times per day.
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from Geneva to Sankt Gallen.
Yes, there is a direct train between Geneva and Sankt Gallen. The service operates 2 times per day, provided by SBB, Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS).
To get from Geneva to Sankt Gallen, you can choose from several travel options including coach, train and flight.
There is no night train service from Geneva to Sankt Gallen.
The train station in Geneva that goes to Sankt Gallen is Geneva station, and it arrives at St. Gallen.
The cheapest way to get from Geneva to Sankt Gallen is by coach, costing approximately £21.
Booking trains from Geneva to Sankt Gallen in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
Yes, the train journey from Geneva to Sankt Gallen is quite scenic, offering picturesque views of Lake Geneva, the rolling hills of the Swiss countryside, and charming villages, especially as the route passes through areas near Zurich and along the shores of Lake Constance.
A day trip from Geneva to Sankt Gallen is not feasible as the journey takes 3h 55m. However, with 16 trains per day, there are frequent travel options available.
In Sankt Gallen, you can explore the vibrant Old Town with its charming streets and historic buildings. Visit the Botanical Garden St. Gallen, and enjoy a scenic hike in the nearby Appenzell region. Attend a performance at the Theater St. Gallen, and discover the local culinary scene by sampling Swiss specialties at traditional restaurants. Key sights include the Abbey of Saint Gall, the St. Gallen Textile Museum, Wildpark Peter and Paul, Kunstmuseum St. Gallen, and Drei Weieren.
Spending two to three days in Sankt Gallen is ideal to explore its main attractions, including the UNESCO-listed Abbey of Saint Gall, the Textile Museum, and the beautiful Old Town.
Yes, you can take the train from Geneva to Sankt Gallen.

popular train stations

Important Stations and Airports in Geneva and Sankt Gallen

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.

Departure train stations in Geneva
Arrival train stations in Sankt Gallen

Which Geneva station do trains to Sankt Gallen leave from?

Trains from Geneva to Sankt Gallen leave from Genève. The station is 1 km from Geneva city centre at Place de Cornavin, 1201 Genève, Switzerland.
GenèvePlace de Cornavin, 1201 Genève, Switzerland+41 900 300 300WifiLockersParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelShowerLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar RentalInformation DeskLuggage Carts
City-centre transport

Getting to Genève from Geneva city centre

Bus10, 19, 20, 3, 5 · 4m · £9 · every ~38 min
15 · 10m · £9
274 · 13m · £2 · every ~2 min
Tram14, 18 · 4m · £7 · every ~34 min

Genève 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 and drink

Food options include: Le Bistrot de Charlotte, Les Brasseurs, La Matze Restaurant

Wi-Fi and ATMs

Free. ATMs are available in the train station.

Tickets and information

Ticket office support is available at Genève. Information desks are located in the main hall.

Luggage and lost property

Luggage storage is available at Genève. Lost and found is available at the station.

Parking, taxis and toilets

Available at Genève: Parking, Taxis, WC.

Bike and car services

Available at Genève: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.

Accessibility

Accessibility facilities are available at Genève: Elevators, ramps, restrooms.

Shops, hotels and contact

Nearby hotels include Warwick Geneva, Hotel Cornavin, ibis Styles Genève Gare.

More about Genève
Genève-AéroportRoute de l'Aéroport 21, 1215 Le Grand-Saconnex, Geneva, Switzerland+41 900 300 300WifiLockersParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar RentalInformation DeskLuggage Carts
City-centre transport

Getting to Genève-Aéroport from Geneva city centre

Genève-Aéroport is 4 km from Geneva city centre. Public transport options include:

Bus274 · 19m · £4 · every ~2 min
10 · 20m · £8 · every ~11 min
5, 10 · 27m · £8 · every ~24 min

Genève-Aéroport train station facilities and services

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 and drink

Food options include: Le Chef Genève Aéroport, Montreux Jazz Café

Wi-Fi and ATMs

Free. ATMs are available in the train station.

Tickets and information

Ticket office support is available at Genève-Aéroport. Information desks are located in the main hall.

Luggage and lost property

Luggage storage is available at Genève-Aéroport. Lost and found is available at the station.

Parking, taxis and toilets

Available at Genève-Aéroport: Parking, Taxis, WC.

Bike and car services

Available at Genève-Aéroport: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.

Accessibility

Accessibility facilities are available at Genève-Aéroport: Elevators, ramps, restrooms.

Shops, hotels and contact

Nearby hotels include Hotel Novotel Suites Geneva, ibis Geneva Airport Hotel, Mövenpick Hotel & Casino Geneva.

More about Genève-Aéroport
Genève, CornavinPl. de Cornavin 7, 1201 Genève, SwitzerlandParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelBike ParkingBike RentalCar Rental

Genève, Cornavin train station facilities and services

Genève, Cornavin has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Bike Parking, Bike Rental and Car Rental.

Food and drink

Food options include: La Matze Restaurant

Wi-Fi and ATMs

ATMs are available at Genève, Cornavin.

Parking, taxis and toilets

Available at Genève, Cornavin: Parking, Taxis, WC.

Bike and car services

Available at Genève, Cornavin: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.

Accessibility

Accessibility facilities are available at Genève, Cornavin.

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