Sankt Gallen to Lucerne train with SBB

Mon 03 Aug
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  • SBBS 22 4130 | 4130 · IC 5 526 | 526 · IR 70 2629 | 2629
    13:362h15
    St. Gallen Güterbahnhof
    15:51Lucerne station
    £311One-way
    2 changes
  • SBBIC 5 526 | 526 · IR 70 2629 | 2629
    13:581h53
    St. Gallen
    15:51Lucerne station
    £311One-way
    1 change
  • SBBIR 13 3252 | 3252
    4:372h14
    St. Gallen
    6:51Lucerne station
    £311One-way
    0 changes
  • SBBIC 1 706 | 706 · IR 75 2106 | 2106
    5:072h18
    St. Gallen
    7:25Lucerne station
    £311One-way
    1 change
  • SBBIR 13 3270 | 3270
    13:372h14
    St. Gallen
    15:51Lucerne station
    £311One-way
    0 changes

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Compare coach and train for Sankt Gallen to Lucerne

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Sankt Gallen to Lucerne among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £7. For those with little time consider booking a coach which can get you there in 1h 32m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.1kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £7, and a train costs an average of £29.

Distance: 91 km

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Coach

£39

Average Price

£7

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Cheapest

2h 41m

Average total duration

2h 11m

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30m

Additional time*

2h 2m

Average total duration

Fastest

1h 32m

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30m

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0.0 - 0.1kg

CO2 emissions

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0.1 - 0.2kg

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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.

Live departures

Sankt Gallen to Lucerne train times

The table below shows live departures for Sankt Gallen to Lucerne trains for tomorrow, Monday 3 August. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.

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ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
Tickets
Voralpen ExpressIR VAE 2044 | 2044+SBBEV EV1 11220 | 11220 · S 8 18818 | 18818 · IR 75 2564 | 25640:05 St. Gallen
6h20
6:25 Lucerne station3 changes
SBBB 6 | 6604 · IR 13 3252 | 32520:50 St. Gallen, Mühlegg
6h01
6:51 Lucerne station1 change
SBBIR 13 3252 | 32524:37 St. Gallen
2h14
6:51 Lucerne station0 changesdirect
SBBIC 1 706 | 706 · IR 75 2106 | 21065:07 St. Gallen
2h18
7:25 Lucerne station1 change
SBBB 6 | 6000 · IC 5 510 | 510 · IR 70 2613 | 26135:14 St. Gallen, Mühlegg
2h37
7:51 Lucerne station2 changes
SBBS 21 2050 | 2050 · IC 5 510 | 510 · IR 70 2613 | 26135:46 St. Gallen Güterbahnhof
2h05
7:51 Lucerne station2 changes
SBBIC 5 510 | 510 · IR 70 2613 | 26135:58 St. Gallen
1h53
7:51 Lucerne station1 change
SBBB 11 | 11001 · IR 13 3256 | 32566:16 Sankt Gallen
2h35
8:51 Lucerne station1 change
SBBS 21 2056 | 2056 · IR 13 3256 | 32566:16 St. Gallen Güterbahnhof
2h35
8:51 Lucerne station1 change
SBBS 21 2056 | 2056 · IC 5 1510 | 1510 · IR 75 2570 | 25706:16 St. Gallen Güterbahnhof
2h09
8:25 Lucerne station2 changes
SBBB 11 | 11001 · IC 5 1510 | 1510 · IR 75 2570 | 25706:16 Sankt Gallen
2h09
8:25 Lucerne station2 changes
SBBIC 5 1510 | 1510 · IR 75 2570 | 25706:28 St. Gallen
1h57
8:25 Lucerne station1 change
SBBIR 13 3256 | 32566:37 St. Gallen
2h14
8:51 Lucerne station0 changesdirect
SBBS 21 2060 | 2060 · IC 5 512 | 512 · IR 70 2615 | 26156:46 St. Gallen Güterbahnhof
2h05
8:51 Lucerne station2 changes
SBBB 11 | 11003 · IC 5 512 | 512 · IR 70 2615 | 26156:46 Sankt Gallen
2h05
8:51 Lucerne station2 changes
SBBIC 5 512 | 512 · IR 70 2615 | 26156:58 St. Gallen
1h53
8:51 Lucerne station1 change
SBBS 21 2066 | 2066 · EC 290 | 290 · IR 75 2110 | 21107:16 St. Gallen Güterbahnhof
2h09
9:25 Lucerne station2 changes
SBBB 11 | 11005 · EC 290 | 290 · IR 75 2110 | 21107:16 Sankt Gallen
2h09
9:25 Lucerne station2 changes
SBBEC 290 | 290 · IR 75 2110 | 21107:29 St. Gallen
1h56
9:25 Lucerne station1 change
SBBS 21 2070 | 2070 · IC 5 514 | 514 · IR 70 2617 | 26177:46 St. Gallen Güterbahnhof
2h05
9:51 Lucerne station2 changes
SBBB 11 | 11007 · IC 5 514 | 514 · IR 70 2617 | 26177:46 Sankt Gallen
2h05
9:51 Lucerne station2 changes
SBBIC 5 514 | 514 · IR 70 2617 | 26177:58 St. Gallen
1h53
9:51 Lucerne station1 change
SBBS 21 2076 | 2076 · IC 5 1514 | 1514 · IR 75 2112 | 21128:16 St. Gallen Güterbahnhof
2h09
10:25 Lucerne station2 changes
SBBB 11 | 11013 · IC 5 1514 | 1514 · IR 75 2112 | 21128:16 Sankt Gallen
2h09
10:25 Lucerne station2 changes
SBBS 21 2076 | 2076 · IR 13 3260 | 32608:16 St. Gallen Güterbahnhof
2h35
10:51 Lucerne station1 change
SBBB 11 | 11013 · IR 13 3260 | 32608:16 Sankt Gallen
2h35
10:51 Lucerne station1 change
SBBIC 5 1514 | 1514 · IR 75 2112 | 21128:28 St. Gallen
1h57
10:25 Lucerne station1 change
SBBIR 13 3260 | 32608:37 St. Gallen
2h14
10:51 Lucerne station0 changesdirect
SBBS 21 2080 | 2080 · IC 5 516 | 516 · IR 70 2619 | 26198:46 St. Gallen Güterbahnhof
2h05
10:51 Lucerne station2 changes
SBBB 11 | 11019 · IC 5 516 | 516 · IR 70 2619 | 26198:46 Sankt Gallen
2h05
10:51 Lucerne station2 changes
SBBIC 5 516 | 516 · IR 70 2619 | 26198:58 St. Gallen
1h53
10:51 Lucerne station1 change
SBBB 11 | 11025 · EC 198 | 198 · IR 75 2114 | 21149:16 Sankt Gallen
2h09
11:25 Lucerne station2 changes
SBBB 11 | 11025 · IR 13 3262 | 32629:16 Sankt Gallen
2h35
11:51 Lucerne station1 change
SBBS 21 2086 | 2086 · EC 198 | 198 · IR 75 2114 | 21149:17 St. Gallen Güterbahnhof
2h08
11:25 Lucerne station2 changes
SBBS 21 2086 | 2086 · IR 13 3262 | 32629:17 St. Gallen Güterbahnhof
2h34
11:51 Lucerne station1 change
SBBEC 198 | 198 · IR 75 2114 | 21149:29 St. Gallen
1h56
11:25 Lucerne station1 change
SBBIR 13 3262 | 32629:37 St. Gallen
2h14
11:51 Lucerne station0 changesdirect
SBBIC 5 518 | 518 · IR 70 2621 | 26219:58 St. Gallen
1h53
11:51 Lucerne station1 change
SBBS 22 4114 | 4114 · RJX 13478 | 13478 · IR 75 2120 | 212012:06 St. Gallen Güterbahnhof
2h19
14:25 Lucerne station2 changes
SBBB 11 | 11061 · RJX 13478 | 13478 · IR 75 2120 | 212012:16 Sankt Gallen
2h09
14:25 Lucerne station2 changes
SBBB 11 | 11061 · IR 13 3268 | 326812:16 Sankt Gallen
2h35
14:51 Lucerne station1 change
SBBS 21 2116 | 2116 · IR 13 3268 | 326812:21 St. Gallen Güterbahnhof
2h30
14:51 Lucerne station1 change
SBBRJX 13478 | 13478 · IR 75 2120 | 212012:27 St. Gallen
1h58
14:25 Lucerne station1 change
SBBS 22 4120 | 4120 · IC 5 524 | 524 · IR 70 2627 | 262712:36 St. Gallen Güterbahnhof
2h15
14:51 Lucerne station2 changes
SBBIR 13 3268 | 326812:37 St. Gallen
2h14
14:51 Lucerne station0 changesdirect
SBBB 11 | 11067 · IC 1 722 | 722 · IR 75 2122 | 212212:46 Sankt Gallen
2h39
15:25 Lucerne station2 changes
SBBB 11 | 11067 · IC 5 524 | 524 · IR 70 2627 | 262712:46 Sankt Gallen
2h05
14:51 Lucerne station2 changes
SBBIC 5 524 | 524 · IR 70 2627 | 262712:58 St. Gallen
1h53
14:51 Lucerne station1 change
SBBS 22 4124 | 4124 · EC 194 | 194 · IR 75 2122 | 212213:06 St. Gallen Güterbahnhof
2h19
15:25 Lucerne station2 changes
SBBB 11 | 11077 · EC 194 | 194 · IR 75 2122 | 212213:16 Sankt Gallen
2h09
15:25 Lucerne station2 changes
SBBB 11 | 11077 · IR 13 3270 | 327013:16 Sankt Gallen
2h35
15:51 Lucerne station1 change
SBBS 21 2126 | 2126 · IR 13 3270 | 327013:21 St. Gallen Güterbahnhof
2h30
15:51 Lucerne station1 change
SBBEC 194 | 194 · IR 75 2122 | 212213:29 St. Gallen
1h56
15:25 Lucerne station1 change
SBBS 22 4130 | 4130 · IC 5 526 | 526 · IR 70 2629 | 262913:36 St. Gallen Güterbahnhof
2h15
15:51 Lucerne station2 changes
SBBIR 13 3270 | 327013:37 St. Gallen
2h14
15:51 Lucerne station0 changesdirect
SBBIC 5 526 | 526 · IR 70 2629 | 262913:58 St. Gallen
1h53
15:51 Lucerne station1 change

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Journey information

Overview: Train from Sankt Gallen to Lucerne

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Trains from Sankt Gallen to Lucerne run on average 19 times per day, taking around 2h 11m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £29 but you can travel from only £7 by coach.

There are 4 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:05, the last at 23:51. The fastest train covers the 91 km distance in 1h 53m.

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 £7
Distance
91 km
Average train duration
2h 11m
Cheapest ticket price
£29
Trains per day
19
Direct trains
4
Fastest train
1h 53m
First train
0:05
Last train
23:51
Cheapest Month
Jan
Cheapest Day
Sun
High Season
Jul - Sept
Low Season
Oct - Dec
Busiest Day
Mon
Least Busy Day
Thu
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 £7

Train companies: SBB, Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS), Südostbahn from Sankt Gallen to Lucerne trainsSBB, Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS), Südostbahn trains will get you between Sankt Gallen and Lucerne from £7. 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
1h 53m
Cheapest Price
£29
SBB frequency
19 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

Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS)

Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
1h 53m
Cheapest Price
£81
Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS) frequency
17 a day

Südostbahn

Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
2h 16m
Südostbahn frequency
7 a day

Complete guide to Lucerne

Things to do in Lucerne

Discover the best of Lucerne — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Lucerne trip today.

  • Must visit

Swiss Museum of Transport

Major transport museum with trains, planes, automobiles and interactive exhibits. Excellent for families and anyone curious about mobility.

  • Recommended

Kunstmuseum Luzern

Art museum at KKL with modern and classical exhibitions. A strong choice for thoughtful shows in a prominent lakeside cultural venue.

  • Recommended

Sammlung Rosengart

Museum dedicated to Pablo Picasso’s later years, showing works and photographs in a central old-town building near the Reuss.

Swiss franc (CHF)

Lucerne is pricier than most European cities, with high hotel, dining and local transport costs, especially in peak tourist season.

Average meal costs

Budget
CHF 15-25 for fast food or a simple meal.
Mid-range
CHF 35-60 per person for a restaurant meal.
Fine dining
CHF 90+ per person for upscale restaurants.
Coffee
CHF 4.50-6 for a cappuccino.

Tipping culture

Service is usually included. Round up or leave 5-10% for excellent service in restaurants. Round up small amounts for taxis and cafés.

FAQs: Sankt Gallen to Lucerne train

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Sankt Gallen to Lucerne 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 Lucerne, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

FAQs
The cost of a train ticket from Sankt Gallen to Lucerne can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £29, while the average price tends to be around £39.
The train journey from Sankt Gallen to Lucerne covers a distance of 91 km and takes approximately 1h 53m. Trains run 19 per day.
The first train from Sankt Gallen to Lucerne leaves at 0:05.
The train distance from Sankt Gallen to Lucerne is 91 km.
The last train from Sankt Gallen to Lucerne departs at 23:51.
Trains from Sankt Gallen to Lucerne run approximately 19 times per day.
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from Sankt Gallen to Lucerne.
Yes, there is a direct train between Sankt Gallen and Lucerne. The service operates 4 times per day, provided by SBB, Südostbahn.
To get from Sankt Gallen to Lucerne, you can choose from several travel options including coach and train.
There is no night train service from Sankt Gallen to Lucerne.
The train station in Sankt Gallen that goes to Lucerne is St. Gallen, and it arrives at Lucerne station.
The cheapest way to get from Sankt Gallen to Lucerne is by coach, costing approximately £7.
Booking trains from Sankt Gallen to Lucerne 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 Sankt Gallen to Lucerne is scenic, offering picturesque views of the Swiss countryside, rolling hills, and charming villages along the way.
Yes, you can do a day trip from Sankt Gallen to Lucerne. The journey takes 1h 53m and covers a distance of 91 km. There are 16 trains per day available for this route.
In Lucerne, you can enjoy a boat tour or scenic walk around the picturesque Lake Lucerne, explore the charming Old Town with its cobblestone streets and historic landmarks, and visit the Richard Wagner Museum. Take a scenic cruise on Lake Lucerne for breathtaking mountain views, or ride the world's steepest cogwheel railway to Mount Pilatus for an unforgettable adventure. Don't miss the historic Chapel Bridge, the Lion Monument, the interactive Swiss Museum of Transport, and the medieval Museggmauer wall with its panoramic views.
Three days in Lucerne is generally sufficient to explore its main attractions, such as the Chapel Bridge, Mount Pilatus, and the Swiss Transport Museum, while also enjoying scenic boat trips on Lake Lucerne.
Yes, you can take the train from Sankt Gallen to Lucerne.

popular train stations

Important Stations and Airports in Sankt Gallen and Lucerne

Most Sankt Gallen to Lucerne trains use the St. Gallen to Luzern Bhf station pair, with some services arriving at Luzern, Bahnhof. Use this guide to compare Sankt Gallen and Lucerne train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.

Departure train stations in Sankt Gallen
Arrival train stations in Lucerne

Which Sankt Gallen station do trains to Lucerne leave from?

Trains from Sankt Gallen to Lucerne leave from St. Gallen. The station is from Sankt Gallen city centre at Bahnhofplatz, 9000 St. Gallen, Switzerland.
St. GallenBahnhofplatz, 9000 St. Gallen, Switzerland+41 51 220 11 11WifiLockersParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar RentalInformation DeskLuggage Carts
City-centre transport

Getting to St. Gallen from Sankt Gallen city centre

TrainS21, S22 · 6m · every ~6 min
Bus5, 9 · 2m · every ~19 min
200, 211, N24, 121 · 6m · £2

St. Gallen train station facilities and services

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 and drink

Food options include: Restaurant Lagerhaus, Restaurant Marktplatz

Wi-Fi and ATMs

Free. ATMs are available in the train station.

Tickets and information

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

Luggage and lost property

Luggage storage is available at St. Gallen. Lost and found is available at the station.

Parking, taxis and toilets

Available at St. Gallen: Parking, Taxis, WC.

Bike and car services

Available at St. Gallen: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.

Accessibility

Accessibility facilities are available at St. Gallen: Elevators, ramps, restrooms.

Shops, hotels and contact

Nearby hotels include Hotel Walhalla, Hotel Metropol, Hotel Dom.

St. Gallen Güterbahnhof9000 St Gallen, SwitzerlandParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelBike ParkingBike Rental
City-centre transport

Getting to St. Gallen Güterbahnhof from Sankt Gallen city centre

St. Gallen Güterbahnhof is 1 km from Sankt Gallen city centre. Public transport options include:

TrainS21, S22 · 1m · every ~6 min

St. Gallen Güterbahnhof train station facilities and services

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

Food and drink options are available at St. Gallen Güterbahnhof.

Wi-Fi and ATMs

ATMs are available at St. Gallen Güterbahnhof.

Parking, taxis and toilets

Available at St. Gallen Güterbahnhof: Parking, Taxis, WC.

Bike and car services

Available at St. Gallen Güterbahnhof: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.

Accessibility

Accessibility facilities are available at St. Gallen Güterbahnhof.

St. Gallen, Mühlegg
City-centre transport

Getting to St. Gallen, Mühlegg from Sankt Gallen city centre

Bus6 · 4m · every ~11 min
N6 · 4m · £2

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