- Must visit
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
£223
Average ticket price on 05 Sept
£223
Fastest journey on 05 Sept
7 h 47 m
Average journey duration on 05 Sept
7 h 47 m
Trains on 05 Sept
1
Distance
545 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Paris 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 Paris to Sankt Gallen will cost around £223 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £223.
On Sat 05 Sept, we found 1 trains from Paris to Sankt Gallen, including 1 direct services.
These direct trains cover the 545 km distance in an average of 7 h 47 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 7 h 47 m .
The slowest trains will take 7 h 47 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.


Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Paris to Sankt Gallen among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £72 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 3h 40m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the coach is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.5 - 1.4kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £72, while a train costs an average of £238.
Distance: 545 km
Most popular Train | Coach | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
£238 Average Price | £72 Average Price Cheapest | £116 Average Price | £171 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
5h 56m Average total duration 5h 26m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 15h 20m Average total duration 14h 50m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 40m Average total duration Fastest 1h 40m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* | 7h 41m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
- CO2 emissions | 0.5 - 1.4kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 1.6 - 3.3kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from Paris to Sankt Gallen:
A coach is £44 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Paris to Sankt Gallen costing on average £116.
A coach is £166 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Paris to Sankt Gallen costing on average £238.
Other travel options to Sankt Gallen take longer:
Train takes on average 5h 26m.
Coach takes on average 14h 50m.
You'll arrive about 2h 15m sooner (5h 26m by train vs 7h 41m by car). Tickets start at around £238 compared to roughly £171 in fuel and tolls — so you're paying a bit more, but getting hours of your day back, a city-centre arrival, and the freedom to work or relax instead of drive.
Driving makes more sense if you're travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), want to stop along the way, or need a car once you arrive.
The table below shows live departures for Paris 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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![]() | 9:43 Paris | 7h47 | 17:30 Sankt Gallen | 0 changesdirect | |
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Trains from Paris to Sankt Gallen run on average 1 times per day, taking around 5h 26m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £227 but you can travel from only £44 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 06:00, the last at 20:32. The fastest train covers the 545 km distance in 7h 16m.
Distance 545 km |
Average train duration 5h 26m |
Cheapest ticket price £227 |
Trains per day 1 |
Fastest train 7h 16m |
First train 6:00 |
Last train 20:32 |
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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 Paris 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 Paris to Sankt Gallen trains use the Paris Gare de l'Est to St. Gallen station pair, with some services arriving at St. Gallen St. Fiden. Use this guide to compare Paris and Sankt Gallen train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Paris Gare de l'Est is 2 km from Paris city centre. Public transport options include:
Paris Gare de l'Est has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food options include: Le Perchoir de la Gare de l'Est, La Consigne, Starbucks, Factory & Co, La Place, McDonald's, Mon Chou, Go Johnny Go, Maison Pradier, PAUL, & many more
Free Wi-Fi in the station. ATMs are there are ATMs in various locations around the station.
The ticket office is open Mon - Fri: 06:45 - 20:30, Sat: 09:00 - 20:00, Sun: 09:00 - 20:30. Information desks are located between Tracks 15 and 18.
Luggage storage is luggage lockers are located on Level -1 towards the metro access next to PAUL. Open every day from 07:30 to 22:30.
Available at Paris Gare de l'Est: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Paris Gare de l'Est: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Paris Gare de l'Est: The station is wheelchair accessible and has accessible toilets and orientation system for visually impaired travelers. There is disabled traveler assistance by Track 4. .
Nearby hotels include Hotel Whistler, Hôtel LOCOMO, Hôtel Parisianer.
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 St. Fiden is 1 km from Sankt Gallen city centre. Public transport options include:
St. Gallen St. Fiden has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel and Bike Parking.
Food and drink options are available at St. Gallen St. Fiden.
ATMs are available at St. Gallen St. Fiden.
Available at St. Gallen St. Fiden: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at St. Gallen St. Fiden: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at St. Gallen St. Fiden.
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