The cheapest and fastest trains from Sankt Margrethen to Munich
Cheapest price
£18
Average price
£42
Fastest journey
2 h 13 m
Average duration
2 h 51 m
Trains per day
3
Distance
164 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Sankt Margrethen to Munich is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Sankt Margrethen to Munich will cost around £42 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £18.
Of the 3 trains that leave Sankt Margrethen for Munich every day 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 164 km distance in an average of 2 h 51 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 13 m .
The slowest trains will take 3 h 10 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.






Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Sankt Margrethen to Munich
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Sankt Margrethen to Munich among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £11. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 24m. 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 £11, and a train costs an average of £18.
Distance: 164 km
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£48 Average Price | £15 Average Price Cheapest |
2h 54m Average total duration Fastest 2h 24m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 11m Average total duration 2h 41m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.2 - 0.4kg CO2 emissions |
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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Sankt Margrethen to Munich train times
The table below shows live departures for Sankt Margrethen to Munich trains for today, Saturday 20 December. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
EC 95 | On time 05:51 St. Margrethen | 2h14 | 08:05 Munich Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
EC 95 | On time 05:51 St. Margrethen | 2h14 | 08:05 Munich Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
S 3 · REX 5554 · 78982 | 05:55 St. Margrethen | 3h10 | 09:05 Munich Hbf | 2 changes | |
REX 25883 · 3877 | 06:51 St. Margrethen | 2h51 | 09:42 Munich Hbf | 1 change | |
REX 7+ 3877 | 06:51 St. Margrethen | 2h51 | 09:42 Munich Hbf | 1 change | |
EC 97 | On time 07:51 St. Margrethen | 2h13 | 10:04 Munich Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
EC 97 | On time 07:51 St. Margrethen | 2h13 | 10:04 Munich Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
S 3 · S 1 · 78920 | 07:55 St. Margrethen | 3h10 | 11:05 Munich Hbf | 2 changes | |
REX 25885 · 3879 | 08:51 St. Margrethen | 2h51 | 11:42 Munich Hbf | 1 change | |
REX 7+ 3879 | 08:51 St. Margrethen | 2h51 | 11:42 Munich Hbf | 1 change | |
EC 99 | On time 09:51 St. Margrethen | 2h13 | 12:04 Munich Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
EC 99 | On time 09:51 St. Margrethen | 2h13 | 12:04 Munich Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
S 3 · S 1 · 78926 | 09:55 St. Margrethen | 3h10 | 13:05 Munich Hbf | 2 changes | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Sankt Margrethen to Munich
Trains from Sankt Margrethen to Munich run on average 9 times per day, taking around 2h 24m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £18 but you can travel from only £11 by coach.
There are 3 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:06, the last at 23:37. The fastest train covers the 164 km distance in 2h 13m.
Distance 164 km |
Average train duration 2h 24m |
Cheapest ticket price £18 |
Trains per day 9 |
Direct trains 3 |
Fastest train 2h 13m |
First train 00:06 |
Last train 23:37 |
Train companies: Deutsche Bahn, ÖBB | Euro City (EC), ÖBB, Thurbo from Sankt Margrethen to Munich trainsDeutsche Bahn, ÖBB | Euro City (EC), ÖBB, Thurbo trains will get you between Sankt Margrethen and Munich from £11. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
Deutsche Bahn
A Bordrestaurant (restaurant car) where you can sit and eat.
A Bordbistro (bistro bar) with snacks, hot meals, and drinks to-go.
At-seat service in 1st class: staff will take your order and serve food/drinks directly to your seat.
Regional trains (RE / RB / S-Bahn):
No onboard catering.
You’re welcome to bring your own food and drinks.
Not included by default.
You can add a seat reservation when booking (recommended for busy routes).
Costs around €4.90 per seat (or €5.90 if booked separately later).
First Class:
Yes, always included in the ticket price.
Allowed for free if they can fit in a transport box (max. size: hand luggage).
Must stay in the box for the entire journey.
Large dogs:
Require a separate (paid) ticket — typically half the price of a regular second-class ticket.
Must be leashed and wear a muzzle while on the train.
Cannot sit on seats.
Assistance dogs:
Travel free of charge.
Do not need a muzzle or leash if medically not required.
Allowed to accompany the passenger at all times.
ÖBB | Euro City (EC)
ÖBB
Thurbo
FAQs: Sankt Margrethen to Munich train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Sankt Margrethen to Munich 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 Munich, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Sankt Margrethen and Munich
- 6:00 AM - 8:00 PM Monday - Friday
- 8:00 AM - 6:00 PM Saturday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 7 days a week, accessible via Bahnhofstrasse.
- Restaurant Bahnhof
- Gasthaus zur Alten Post
- Outside the main entrance.
- Ramps.
- CHF 1
- Ibis Styles St. Margrethen
- Best Western Hotel Rebstock
- Bodenseehotel
- Located in the main hall
- 100 places, covered
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-3 for trains to Austria, Germany, and regional destinations
- Bus: Several lines available
- Train: Regional and international connections
- Mon - Sun: 07:00 - 21:00
- Free Wi-Fi for 30 minutes.
- The station has luggage lockers.
- Cantina Estación Mediterrano
- Rischart Bakery
- Ditsch Pretzels
- backWERK
- Cafe-Shop
- Le Crobag
- Yorma's
- Coffee Fellows
- Dunkin Donuts
- McDonald's
- & many more
- Accessibility equipment, elevators, & mobility service. Contact the Mobility Service Centre at +49 3065212888 or [email protected].
- a&o München Hauptbahnhof
- IntercityHotel München
- Sofitel Munich Bayerpost
- There is an information desk located on the main concourse near the food court.
- Augustiner Bräustuben
- Lenz
- Das Bad
- Subway
- Theresienhöhe
- Hotel Schweiz
- Hotel Uhland
- Germania
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