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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Sankt Gallen to Basel
Cheapest price
£41
Average price
£43
Fastest journey
2 h 15 m
Average duration
2 h 20 m
Trains per day
5
Distance
136 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Sankt Gallen to Basel 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 Basel will cost around £43 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £41.
Of the 5 trains that leave Sankt Gallen for Basel every day 5 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 136 km distance in an average of 2 h 20 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 15 m .
The slowest trains will take 2 h 36 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.
8:372h15Sankt Gallen10:52Basel£411One-way0 changes- 7:372h15Sankt Gallen9:52Basel£411One-way0 changes
- 6:582h18Sankt Gallen9:16Basel£421One-way0 changes
- 7:582h18Sankt Gallen10:16Basel£441One-way0 changes
- 7:162h36Sankt Gallen9:52Basel£481One-way0 changes
- 8:372h15Sankt Gallen10:52Basel£411One-way0 changes
- 7:372h15Sankt Gallen9:52Basel£411One-way0 changes
- 7:582h18Sankt Gallen10:16Basel£441One-way0 changes
- 6:582h18Sankt Gallen9:16Basel£421One-way0 changes
- 7:162h36Sankt Gallen9:52Basel£481One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Sankt Gallen to Basel
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Sankt Gallen to Basel among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £15. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 7m. 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 £15, and a train costs an average of £22.
Distance: 136 km
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Most popular Train | Coach |
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£43 Average Price | £20 Average Price Cheapest |
2h 37m Average total duration Fastest 2h 7m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 20m Average total duration 2h 50m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions |
Most popular train company |  Most popular bus company |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Sankt Gallen to Basel train times
The table below shows live departures for Sankt Gallen to Basel trains for today, Tuesday 14 July. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| B 11 | 11031 · IC 5 518 | 518 · IR 37 2264 | 2264 | 9:46 Sankt Gallen | 2h30 | 12:16 Basel SBB | 2 changes | |
| S 21 2090 | 2090 · IC 5 518 | 518 · IR 37 2264 | 2264 | 9:47 St. Gallen Güterbahnhof | 2h29 | 12:16 Basel SBB | 2 changes | |
| B 11 | 11037 · IC 5 1518 | 1518 · IR 36 1968 | 1968 | 10:16 Sankt Gallen | 2h36 | 12:52 Basel SBB | 2 changes | |
| S 21 2096 | 2096 · IC 5 1518 | 1518 · IR 36 1968 | 1968 | 10:17 St. Gallen Güterbahnhof | 2h35 | 12:52 Basel SBB | 2 changes | |
| Wednesday 15 July | |||||
| 6:58 Sankt Gallen | 2h18 | 9:16 Basel | 0 changesdirect | |
| 7:16 Sankt Gallen | 2h36 | 9:52 Basel | 0 changesdirect | |
| 7:37 Sankt Gallen | 2h15 | 9:52 Basel | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Sankt Gallen to Basel
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Trains from Sankt Gallen to Basel run on average 20 times per day, taking around 2h 7m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £22 but you can travel from only £15 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 00:05, the last at 23:51. The fastest train covers the 136 km distance in 2h 15m.
Distance 136 km |
Average train duration 2h 7m |
Cheapest ticket price £22 |
Trains per day 20 |
Fastest train 2h 15m |
First train 0:05 |
Last train 23:51 |
Cheapest Month Sept |
Cheapest Day Sun |
High Season Oct - Dec |
Low Season Apr - Jun |
Busiest Day Tue |
Least Busy Day Fri |
Best time to book 49 days |
Train companies: SBB, Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS) from Sankt Gallen to Basel trainsSBB, Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS) trains will get you between Sankt Gallen and Basel from £15. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Sankt Gallen to Basel train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Sankt Gallen to Basel 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 Basel, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Sankt Gallen and Basel
Most Sankt Gallen to Basel trains use the St. Gallen to Basel SBB station pair, with some services arriving at Basel, Brausebad. Use this guide to compare Sankt Gallen and Basel train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Sankt Gallen station do trains to Basel leave from?
Getting to St. Gallen from Sankt Gallen city centre
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.
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:
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.
Getting to St. Gallen, Mühlegg from Sankt Gallen city centre
Which Basel station do trains from Sankt Gallen arrive at?
Getting to Basel SBB from Basel city centre
Basel SBB is 1 km from Basel city centre. Public transport options include:
Basel SBB train station facilities and services
Basel SBB has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, Information Desk and Luggage Carts.
Food and drink
Food options include: Restaurant Da Roberto, Brasserie Bahnhof Basel
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Basel SBB. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Basel SBB. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Basel SBB: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Basel SBB: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Basel SBB: Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Hotel Victoria, Hotel Schweizerhof Basel, GAIA Hotel.
Getting to Basel Bad Bhf from Basel city centre
Basel Bad Bhf is 2 km from Basel city centre. Public transport options include:
Basel Bad Bhf train station facilities and services
Basel Bad Bhf 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 and drink
Food options include: Restaurant Les Gareçons, Restaurant Bahn Kantine
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Basel Bad Bhf. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Basel Bad Bhf. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Basel Bad Bhf: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Basel Bad Bhf: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Basel Bad Bhf: Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Hotel Alexander, Hotel Wettstein, Hotel Balade.
Getting to Basel, Brausebad from Basel city centre
Most popular train connections from Sankt Gallen
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