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Textilmuseum St. Gallen
Renowned museum of cultural history with famous embroidered textiles, regional artefacts and changing exhibitions tied to St. Gallen’s heritage.
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Sargans to Sankt Gallen among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of £35 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 1h 31m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £35, while a train costs an average of £35.
Distance: 42 km
Most popular Train | Driving |
|---|---|
£35 Average Price Cheapest | £12 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
1h 31m Average total duration Fastest 1h 1m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 10m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
![]() Most popular train company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
You'll arrive about 9m sooner (1h 1m by train vs 1h 10m by car). Tickets start at around £35 compared to roughly £12 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.
Direct services run with SBB, Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS), Thurbo, Südostbahn.
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.
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Trains from Sargans to Sankt Gallen run on average 21 times per day, taking around 1h 1m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £33 if you book in advance.
There are 7 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:26, the last at 23:38. The fastest train covers the 42 km distance in 59m.
Distance 42 km |
Average train duration 1h 1m |
Cheapest ticket price £33 |
Trains per day 21 |
Direct trains 7 |
Fastest train 59m |
First train 0:26 |
Last train 23:38 |
Cheapest Month Oct |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Tue |
Least Busy Day Tue |
Best time to book 1 day |
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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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St. Gallen Bahnhof -> St. Gallen Bahnhof
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Sargans 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 Sargans to Sankt Gallen trains use the Sargans to St. Gallen station pair, with some services arriving at St. Gallen, Mühlegg. Use this guide to compare Sargans and Sankt Gallen train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Sargans has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Car Rental, Information Desk and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Restaurant Bahnhof, Pizzeria Da Vinci
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Sargans. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Sargans. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Sargans: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Sargans: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Sargans: Ramps.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Post, Hotel Franz Anton, Hotel Deja Vu.
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, Mühlegg has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower and Ticket Office.
Free WiFi available throughout the station. ATMs are available at St. Gallen, Mühlegg.
Ticket office support is available at St. Gallen, Mühlegg.
Available at St. Gallen, Mühlegg: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at St. Gallen, Mühlegg: Station is wheelchair accessible.
St. Gallen Güterbahnhof is 1 km from Sankt Gallen city centre. Public transport options include:
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 options are available at St. Gallen Güterbahnhof.
ATMs are available at St. Gallen Güterbahnhof.
Available at St. Gallen Güterbahnhof: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at St. Gallen Güterbahnhof: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at St. Gallen Güterbahnhof.
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