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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Zurich to Sankt Gallen
Cheapest price
£18
Average price
£21
Fastest journey
59 m
Average duration
1 h
Trains per day
15
Distance
62 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Zurich to Sankt Gallen is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Zurich to Sankt Gallen will cost around £21 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £18.
Of the 15 trains that leave Zurich for Sankt Gallen every day 7 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 62 km distance in an average of 1 h but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 59 m .
The slowest trains will take 1 h 2 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.
IC 1 707 | 707IC 1 707 | 707IR 13 3259 | 3259IC 5 1511 | 1511IC 5 511 | 511IC 5 1511 | 1511IC 5 511 | 511IC 5 509 | 509S 8 18830 | 18830 · IC 5 511 | 511S 8 18828 | 18828 · IC 5 1511 | 1511
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Compare coach and train for Zurich to Sankt Gallen
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Zurich to Sankt Gallen among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £1. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 6m. 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 £1, and a train costs an average of £16.
Distance: 62 km
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Live departures
Zurich to Sankt Gallen train times
The table below shows live departures for Zurich to Sankt Gallen trains for today, Sunday 30 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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| 17:00 Zurich | 1h02 | 18:02 Sankt Gallen | 0 changesdirect | |
| 18:00 Zurich | 1h02 | 19:02 Sankt Gallen | 0 changesdirect | |
| Monday 1 December | |||||
| S 8 18826 | 18826 · IC 5 509 | 509 | 07:00 Zürich Oerlikon | 1h02 | 08:02 St. Gallen | 1 change | |
| IC 5 509 | 509 · S 21 2089 | 2089 | 07:03 Zurich HB | 1h20 | 08:23 St. Gallen Güterbahnhof | 1 change | |
| IC 5 509 | 509 | 07:03 Zurich HB | 0h59 | 08:02 St. Gallen | 0 changesdirect | |
| IR 13 3259 | 3259 · B 180 18015 | 18015 · S 21 2090 | 2090 | 07:09 Zurich HB | 1h38 | 08:47 St. Gallen Güterbahnhof | 2 changes | |
| IR 13 3259 | 3259 | 07:09 Zurich HB | 1h13 | 08:22 St. Gallen | 0 changesdirect | |
| IR 13 3259 | 3259 | 07:15 Zürich Oerlikon | 1h07 | 08:22 St. Gallen | 0 changesdirect | |
| S 8 18828 | 18828 · IC 5 1511 | 1511 | 07:30 Zürich Oerlikon | 1h02 | 08:32 St. Gallen | 1 change | |
| IC 5 1511 | 1511 · S 21 2095 | 2095 | 07:33 Zurich HB | 1h20 | 08:53 St. Gallen Güterbahnhof | 1 change | |
| IC 5 1511 | 1511 | 07:33 Zurich HB | 0h59 | 08:32 St. Gallen | 0 changesdirect | |
| IC 1 707 | 707 | 07:39 Zurich HB | 1h13 | 08:52 St. Gallen | 0 changesdirect | |
| IC 1 707 | 707 | 07:45 Zürich Oerlikon | 1h07 | 08:52 St. Gallen | 0 changesdirect | |
| S 8 18830 | 18830 · IC 5 511 | 511 | 08:00 Zürich Oerlikon | 1h02 | 09:02 St. Gallen | 1 change | |
| IC 5 511 | 511 · S 21 2099 | 2099 | 08:03 Zurich HB | 1h20 | 09:23 St. Gallen Güterbahnhof | 1 change | |
| IC 5 511 | 511 | 08:03 Zurich HB | 0h59 | 09:02 St. Gallen | 0 changesdirect | |
| IR 13 3261 | 3261 · B 180 18017 | 18017 · S 21 2100 | 2100 | 08:09 Zurich HB | 1h38 | 09:47 St. Gallen Güterbahnhof | 2 changes | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Zurich to Sankt Gallen
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Trains from Zurich to Sankt Gallen run on average 17 times per day, taking around 1h 6m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £16 but you can travel from only £1 by coach.
There are 12 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:05, the last at 23:51. The fastest train covers the 62 km distance in 59m.
Distance 62 km |
Average train duration 1h 6m |
Cheapest ticket price £16 |
Trains per day 17 |
Direct trains 12 |
Fastest train 59m |
First train 00:05 |
Last train 23:51 |
Train companies: SBB, Thurbo, Swiss Railways (SBB/CFF/FFS) from Zurich to Sankt Gallen trainsSBB, Thurbo, Swiss Railways (SBB/CFF/FFS) trains will get you between Zurich and Sankt Gallen from £1. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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Trains from Zurich to St. Gallen
Taking the train is the most convenient and comfortable way to travel to St. Gallen from Zurich. The good news is that there are many trains leaving daily, usually one every 15 to 45 minutes and which take on average 1 hour and 25 minutes to arrive at the final destination.
Zurich to St. Gallen train times: daily departures
If you are looking to take a train from Zurich to St. Gallen you will find that this route offers about 50 trains every day of the week. The firs train typically departs at around 6:00 a.m. and the last one leaves just a few minutes after 10:00 p.m. This will give you the chance to travel at almost all hours of the day.
How long is the journey by train from Zurich to St. Gallen?
The direct trip by from Zurich to St. Gallen usually lasts around 1 hour and 6 minutes. Nonetheless, if you decide to purchase a train ticket that involves multiple transfers, the journey time could become longer - to around 1 hour and 45 minutes.
What are the departure and arrival stations for trains from Zurich to St. Gallen?
Departure station: The departure station in Zürich Oerlikon, located 2.8 miles from the city center, is a main train station for the city it also offers all the essential facilities such as bathrooms and waiting rooms, while also being connected by public transit with the city center.
Arrival station: The arrival station is the St. Gallen station, located less than a mile from the city center, and it also includes all the essential facilities such as bathrooms and waiting rooms, as well as being conveniently connected to the city center.
Which train companies travel from Zurich to St. Gallen?
There is only one company that provides trains from Zurich to St. Gallen, the Schweizerische Bundesbahnen (Swiss Railways) or SBB.
SBB Zurich to St. Gallen
The SBB company offers high-speed trains that provides new and modernized amenities. The trains are equipped with catering services, business and quiet zones, family areas, and family coaches. Of course, travelers also have the chance to choose between first- and second-class tickets. The trains offer power sockets, large reclining chairs, ample space for luggage and free WiFi. The SBB offers around 50 trains departing daily 7 days a week with a journey time of fewer than 2 hours.
Zurich to St. Gallen trains: services on board
The SBB offers you the chance to choose between first- and second-class carriage tickets. Moreover, travelers will be able to bring with them bulky luggage and set them in the designated storage spaces. Travelers that decide to bring along their pets have to ensure to follow the specific regulations in regards to sizes and fees for their pets, ahead of their departure. Lastly, travelers with limited mobility will be provided with designated seats and bathrooms equipped for convenience and comfort.
How to find cheap train tickets from Zurich to St. Gallen?
If you wish to save money on your next trip with a train from Zurich to St. Gallen, remember these tips. First of all, ensure that you book your tickets ahead of time, a few weeks to a month in advance of your departure is usually the ideal time to find the best offers. Second, try and stay flexible with the time of departure, this can be found as a convenient tip for this route as multiple trains depart daily. Finally, by departing on weekdays instead of weekends you may find more affordable prices as well.
FAQs: Zurich to Sankt Gallen train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Zurich 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.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Zurich and Sankt Gallen
Wifi
Lockers
Parking
Dining
ATM
Taxis
Accessibility
WC
Hotel
Lost and Found Office
Ticket Office
Bike Parking
Bike Rental
Car Rental
Information Desk
Luggage Carts
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- Parking is available 24/7 with access from the main road.
- Restaurant Markthalle
- Restaurant LaSalle
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators.
- CHF 1
- Placid Hotel Zurich
- Best Western Hotel Spirgarten
- H+ Hotel Zürich
- Located in the main hall
- 240 places, covered
- Europcar
- Hertz
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platforms 1-5 for S-Bahn and regional trains
- Hall 2: ticket office and waiting area
- S-Bahn: Lines S3, S9, S12, S15
- Tram: Line 4
- Bus: Several lines available
WifiLockersParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar RentalInformation DeskLuggage Carts
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 7 days a week. Access is available from Mühlebachstrasse.
- Outback Lodge
- Tibits
- Outside the main entrance.
- Ramps, restrooms.
- CHF 2
- Hotel Opera Zurich
- Small Luxury Hotel Ambassador Zurich
- Hotel Seehof
- Located in the main hall
- 1000 places, covered
- Europcar
- Hertz
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-3 for S-Bahn trains
- Hall 2: platform 4 for regional trains
- Tram: Line 11, Line 15
- Bus: Several lines available
- S-Bahn: Lines S3, S5, S6, S7, S9, S12, S16
WifiLockersParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar RentalInformation DeskLuggage Carts- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 7 days a week, with access from Andreasstrasse and Franklinstrasse.
- Negishi Sushi Bar
- Le Muh
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
- CHF 2
- Courtyard Zurich North
- Swissotel Zurich
- Hotel Sternen Oerlikon
- Located in the main hall
- 72 places, 60 places
- Avis
- Europcar
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-4 for S-Bahn trains
- Hall 2: platform 5-8 for regional and long-distance trains
- Tram: Line 10, Line 11
- Bus: Several lines available
- S-Bahn: Lines S2, S6, S7, S8, S9, S14, S16, S19, S24
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- Free
- Parking available nearby with limited spaces.
- Restaurant Enge
- Ristorante Frascati
- Outside the main entrance.
- Ramps, restrooms.
- CHF 1
- Hotel Ascot
- Engimatt City & Garden Hotel
- B2 Boutique Hotel + Spa
- Located in the main hall
- 80 places, covered
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-2 for S-Bahn trains
- Tram: Line 5, Line 6, Line 7, Line 13
- Bus: Several lines available
WifiLockersParkingDiningTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalInformation DeskLuggage Carts- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 7 days a week, with access from the main road.
- Restaurant Marktküche
- Restaurant Volkshaus
- Outside the main entrance.
- CHF 2
- Hotel Ascot
- Hotel Glockenhof
- Hotel St. Gotthard
- Located in the main hall
- 104 places, covered
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-3 for S-Bahn and regional trains
- Tram: Line 9, Line 14
- Bus: Several lines available
- S-Bahn: Lines S2, S8, S21
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Shower
LoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar RentalInformation DeskLuggage Carts- 6:00 AM - 11:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 24/7. Access is available via the main airport entrance.
- Restaurant Upperdeck
- Chalet Suisse
- Outside the main entrance.
- Ramps.
- CHF 2
- Hyatt Regency Zurich Airport The Circle
- Radisson Blu Hotel, Zurich Airport
- Mövenpick Hotel Zurich Airport
- Cost CHF 15
- Located in the main hall
- Located in the main hall
- 870 places, mostly covered
- Avis
- Europcar
- Hertz
- Sixt
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-4 for trains to Zurich city center and other destinations
- Hall 2: check-in and baggage claim area
- Hall 3: shopping and dining area
- Train: S-Bahn lines S2, S16
- Tram: Line 10
- Bus: Several lines available
WifiParkingDiningTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalInformation DeskLuggage Carts- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- Parking available nearby with several parking options
- Brisket Southern BBQ & Bar
- Les Halles
- Outside the main entrance.
- Ramps, restrooms.
- CHF 1
- 25hours Hotel Zürich West
- Sheraton Zürich Hotel
- Novotel Zurich City West
- 800 places, covered
- Located on the main concourse
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platforms 1-8 for S-Bahn and regional trains
- Tram: Line 4, Line 8
- Bus: Several lines available
- S-Bahn: Lines S3, S5, S6, S7, S9, S11, S12, S15, S16, S24
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- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps.
- MEININGER Hotel Zürich Greencity
- Hotel Uto Kulm
- 56 places, covered
- Free
- The station is a small suburban station with basic facilities, primarily serving the Sihltal line.
- S-Bahn: S4
- Bus: Several local bus lines available
AccessibilityWifiLockersParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelShowerLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar RentalInformation DeskLuggage Carts- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 24/7. Access via Gessnerallee and Sihlquai.
- Restaurant Au Premier
- Brasserie Federal
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
- CHF 2
- Hotel Schweizerhof Zürich
- Hotel St. Gotthard
- Central Plaza Hotel
- Cost CHF 12
- Located in the main hall
- Located in the main hall
- 1,300 places, mostly covered
- Avis
- Europcar
- Hertz
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platforms 3-18 for long-distance trains
- Hall 2: S-Bahn platforms 21-24
- Hall 3: underground S-Bahn platforms 41-44
- Tram: Lines 3, 4, 6, 7, 10, 13, 14
- Bus: Several lines available
- S-Bahn: Lines S2, S3, S5, S6, S7, S8, S9, S11, S12, S15, S16, S24
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- Free
- The car park is open 7 days a week, 24 hours a day. Access via Bahnhofstrasse.
- Restaurant Lagerhaus
- Restaurant Marktplatz
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
- CHF 1
- Hotel Walhalla
- Hotel Metropol
- Hotel Dom
- Located in the main hall
- 100 places, covered
- Avis
- Europcar
- Hertz
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-3 for long-distance trains
- Hall 2: regional train platforms
- Hall 3: bus and trolleybus connections
- Bus: Several lines available
- Trolleybus: Lines 1, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10
- Train: S-Bahn services
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