Sankt Gallen to Lucerne train with SBB

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The cheapest and fastest trains from Sankt Gallen to Lucerne

Showing times, prices and bookable tickets for 17 Sept

Cheapest price on 17 Sept

£36

Average ticket price on 17 Sept

£47

Fastest journey on 17 Sept

1 h 53 m

Average journey duration on 17 Sept

1 h 55 m

Trains on 17 Sept

34

Distance

91 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Sankt Gallen to Lucerne is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.

The average ticket from Sankt Gallen to Lucerne will cost around £47 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £36.

Fast trains

On Thu 17 Sept, we found 34 trains from Sankt Gallen to Lucerne, including 5 direct services.

These direct trains cover the 91 km distance in an average of 1 h 55 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 53 m .

The slowest trains will take 1 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 5 1518 | 1518 · IR 75 2116 | 2116
    10:281h57
    St. Gallen
    12:25Lucerne station
    £361One-way
    1 change
  • SBBS 21 2096 | 2096 · IR 13 3264 | 3264
    10:172h34
    St. Gallen Güterbahnhof
    12:51Lucerne station
    £361One-way
    1 change
  • SBBS 21 2096 | 2096 · IC 5 1518 | 1518 · IR 75 2116 | 2116
    10:172h08
    St. Gallen Güterbahnhof
    12:25Lucerne station
    £361One-way
    2 changes
  • SBBS 21 2100 | 2100 · IC 5 520 | 520 · IR 70 2623 | 2623
    10:472h04
    St. Gallen Güterbahnhof
    12:51Lucerne station
    £391One-way
    2 changes
  • SBBB 11 | 11037 · IC 5 1518 | 1518 · IR 75 2116 | 2116
    10:162h09
    Sankt Gallen
    12:25Lucerne station
    £391One-way
    2 changes

Travel Information

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 an average ticket price of £7 For those with little time, consider booking a coach, which has an average total journey time of 2h 4m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.0 - 0.1kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £7, while a train costs an average of £39.

Distance: 91 km

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Coach
Driving

£39

Average Price

£7

Average Price

Cheapest

£60

Average Price

(fuel + tolls)

2h 44m

Average total duration

2h 14m

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30m

Additional time*

2h 4m

Average total duration

Fastest

1h 34m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

1h 29m

Average total duration

(door-to-door)

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CO2 emissions

Lowest

0.1 - 0.2kg

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SBB

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

The cheapest way to travel from Sankt Gallen to Lucerne is a coach with an average price of £7.

This is compared to other travel options from Sankt Gallen to Lucerne:

A coach is £32 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Sankt Gallen to Lucerne costing on average £39.

The fastest way to travel from Sankt Gallen to Lucerne is by coach with an average journey time of 1h 34m.

Other travel options to Lucerne take longer:

Train takes on average 2h 14m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Sankt Gallen and Lucerne including taking a coach and train.
Take the train. It's the cheaper option, and the extra time on board is usually more relaxing than driving it.

Tickets start at around £39 compared to roughly £60 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about £21. The journey takes 2h 14m versus 1h 29m 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 Südostbahn.

Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.

Live departures

Sankt Gallen to Lucerne train times

The table below shows live departures for Sankt Gallen to Lucerne trains for tomorrow, Thursday 17 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.

Last updated at
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
Tickets
Voralpen ExpressIR VAE 2012 | 20128:05 St. Gallen
2h16
10:21 Lucerne station0 changesdirect
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 · IR 13 3260 | 32608:16 Sankt Gallen
2h35
10:51 Lucerne station1 change
SBBS 21 2076 | 2076 · IR 13 3260 | 32608:16 St. Gallen Güterbahnhof
2h35
10:51 Lucerne station1 change
SBBB 11 | 11013 · IC 5 1514 | 1514 · IR 75 2112 | 21128:16 Sankt Gallen
2h09
10:25 Lucerne station2 changes
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
SBBS 21 2080 | 2080+Voralpen ExpressIR VAE 2014 | 20148:46 St. Gallen Güterbahnhof
2h35
11:21 Lucerne station1 change
SBBB 11 | 11019+Voralpen ExpressIR VAE 2014 | 20148:46 Sankt Gallen
2h35
11:21 Lucerne station1 change
SBBIC 5 516 | 516 · IR 70 2619 | 26198:58 St. Gallen
1h53
10:51 Lucerne station1 change
Voralpen ExpressIR VAE 2014 | 20149:05 St. Gallen
2h16
11:21 Lucerne station0 changesdirect
SBBB 11 | 11025 · IR 13 3262 | 32629:16 Sankt Gallen
2h35
11:51 Lucerne station1 change
SBBB 11 | 11025 · EC 198 | 198 · IR 75 2114 | 21149:16 Sankt Gallen
2h09
11:25 Lucerne station2 changes
SBBS 21 2086 | 2086 · IR 13 3262 | 32629:17 St. Gallen Güterbahnhof
2h34
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
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
SBBB 11 | 11031 · IC 5 518 | 518 · IR 70 2621 | 26219:46 Sankt Gallen
2h05
11:51 Lucerne station2 changes
SBBB 11 | 11031+Voralpen ExpressIR VAE 2016 | 20169:46 Sankt Gallen
2h35
12:21 Lucerne station1 change
SBBS 21 2090 | 2090 · IC 5 518 | 518 · IR 70 2621 | 26219:47 St. Gallen Güterbahnhof
2h04
11:51 Lucerne station2 changes
SBBS 21 2090 | 2090+Voralpen ExpressIR VAE 2016 | 20169:47 St. Gallen Güterbahnhof
2h34
12:21 Lucerne station1 change
SBBIC 5 518 | 518 · IR 70 2621 | 26219:58 St. Gallen
1h53
11:51 Lucerne station1 change
Voralpen ExpressIR VAE 2016 | 201610:05 St. Gallen
2h16
12:21 Lucerne station0 changesdirect
SBBB 11 | 11037 · IC 5 1518 | 1518 · IR 75 2116 | 211610:16 Sankt Gallen
2h09
12:25 Lucerne station2 changes
SBBB 11 | 11037 · IR 13 3264 | 326410:16 Sankt Gallen
2h35
12:51 Lucerne station1 change
SBBS 21 2096 | 2096 · IR 13 3264 | 326410:17 St. Gallen Güterbahnhof
2h34
12:51 Lucerne station1 change
SBBS 21 2096 | 2096 · IC 5 1518 | 1518 · IR 75 2116 | 211610:17 St. Gallen Güterbahnhof
2h08
12:25 Lucerne station2 changes
SBBIC 5 1518 | 1518 · IR 75 2116 | 211610:28 St. Gallen
1h57
12:25 Lucerne station1 change
SBBB 11 | 11043 · IC 5 520 | 520 · IR 70 2623 | 262310:46 Sankt Gallen
2h05
12:51 Lucerne station2 changes
SBBB 11 | 11043+Voralpen ExpressIR VAE 2018 | 201810:46 Sankt Gallen
2h35
13:21 Lucerne station1 change
SBBS 21 2100 | 2100 · IC 5 520 | 520 · IR 70 2623 | 262310:47 St. Gallen Güterbahnhof
2h04
12:51 Lucerne station2 changes
SBBS 21 2100 | 2100+Voralpen ExpressIR VAE 2018 | 201810:47 St. Gallen Güterbahnhof
2h34
13:21 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 21 times per day, taking around 2h 14m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £33 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 14m
Cheapest ticket price
£33
Trains per day
21
Direct trains
4
Fastest train
1h 53m
First train
0:05
Last train
23:51
Cheapest Month
May
Cheapest Day
Sun
High Season
Jul - Sept
Low Season
Oct - Dec
Busiest Day
Mon
Least Busy Day
Fri
Best time to book
1 day
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, Voralpen Express, Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS), Südostbahn from Sankt Gallen to Lucerne trainsSBB, Voralpen Express, 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 SBB Duration
1h 53m
Cheapest SBB Price
£34
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

Voralpen Express

Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Voralpen Express Duration
2h 16m
Cheapest Voralpen Express Price
£33

Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS)

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

Südostbahn

Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Südostbahn 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 £33, 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 21 per day.
The train distance from Sankt Gallen to Lucerne is 91 km.
The first train from Sankt Gallen to Lucerne leaves at 0:05.
The last train from Sankt Gallen to Lucerne departs at 23:51.
Trains from Sankt Gallen to Lucerne run approximately 21 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 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. 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 Bruggen9014 St Gallen, SwitzerlandParkingDiningATMAccessibilityWCHotelBike Parking
City-centre transport

Getting to St. Gallen Bruggen from Sankt Gallen city centre

St. Gallen Bruggen is 3 km from Sankt Gallen city centre. Public transport options include:

Bus151 · 8m
151 · 9m
8 · 14m · every ~6 min

St. Gallen Bruggen train station facilities and services

St. Gallen Bruggen has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel and Bike Parking.

Food and drink

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

Wi-Fi and ATMs

ATMs are available at St. Gallen Bruggen.

Parking, taxis and toilets

Available at St. Gallen Bruggen: Parking, WC.

Bike and car services

Available at St. Gallen Bruggen: Bike Parking.

Accessibility

Accessibility facilities are available at St. Gallen Bruggen.

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