- Must visit
Textilmuseum St. Gallen
Renowned museum of cultural history with famous embroidered textiles, regional artefacts and changing exhibitions tied to St. Gallen’s heritage.
Cheapest price on 30 Aug
£16
Average ticket price on 30 Aug
£25
Fastest journey on 30 Aug
58 m
Average journey duration on 30 Aug
58 m
Trains on 30 Aug
105
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 £25 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £16.
On Sun 30 Aug, we found 105 trains from Zurich to Sankt Gallen, including 21 direct services.
These direct trains cover the 62 km distance in an average of 58 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 58 m .
The slowest trains will take 58 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 1 735 | 735
IR 36 2083 | 2083 · IC 5 533 | 533
IC 1 735 | 735
IC 5 531 | 531
IR 75 2133 | 2133 · IC 1 30729 | 30729
EC 99 | 99
EC 191 | 191
EC 193 | 193
EC 199 | 199
EC 195 | 195Omio 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 an average ticket price of £3 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 1h 33m. 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 £3, while a train costs an average of £20.
Distance: 62 km
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£20 Average Price | £3 Average Price Cheapest |
1h 33m Average total duration Fastest 1h 3m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 34m Average total duration 1h 4m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions |
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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
The table below shows live departures for Zurich to Sankt Gallen trains for tomorrow, Sunday 30 August. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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S 8 18826 | 18826 · S 7 18726 | 18726 · IC 5 509 | 509 | 8:00 Zürich Oerlikon | 1h02 | 9:02 St. Gallen | 2 changes | |
IC 5 509 | 509 | 8:02 Zurich HB | 1h00 | 9:02 St. Gallen | 0 changesdirect | |
IC 5 509 | 509 · S 21 2089 | 2089 | 8:02 Zurich HB | 1h21 | 9:23 St. Gallen Güterbahnhof | 1 change | |
S 7 18728 | 18728 · RJX 13477 | 13477 | 8:27 Zürich Oerlikon | 1h07 | 9:34 St. Gallen | 1 change | |
S 8 18828 | 18828 · S 7 18728 | 18728 · RJX 13477 | 13477 | 8:30 Zürich Oerlikon | 1h04 | 9:34 St. Gallen | 2 changes | |
RJX 13477 | 13477 | 8:32 Zurich HB | 1h02 | 9:34 St. Gallen | 0 changesdirect | |
RJX 13477 | 13477 · S 21 2095 | 2095 | 8:32 Zurich HB | 1h21 | 9:53 St. Gallen Güterbahnhof | 1 change | |
IR 36 2061 | 2061 · IC 5 511 | 511 | 8:58 Zürich Oerlikon | 1h04 | 10:02 St. Gallen | 1 change | |
S 8 18830 | 18830 · S 7 18730 | 18730 · IC 5 511 | 511 | 9:00 Zürich Oerlikon | 1h02 | 10:02 St. Gallen | 2 changes | |
IC 5 511 | 511 | 9:02 Zurich HB | 1h00 | 10:02 St. Gallen | 0 changesdirect | |
IC 5 511 | 511 · S 21 2099 | 2099 | 9:02 Zurich HB | 1h21 | 10:23 St. Gallen Güterbahnhof | 1 change | |
S 7 18732 | 18732 · EC 99 | 99 | 9:27 Zürich Oerlikon | 1h03 | 10:30 St. Gallen | 1 change | |
S 8 18832 | 18832 · S 7 18732 | 18732 · EC 99 | 99 | 9:30 Zürich Oerlikon | 1h00 | 10:30 St. Gallen | 2 changes | |
EC 99 | 99 | 9:32 Zurich HB | 0h58 | 10:30 St. Gallen | 0 changesdirect | |
EC 99 | 99 · S 21 2105 | 2105 | 9:32 Zurich HB | 1h21 | 10:53 St. Gallen Güterbahnhof | 1 change | |
IR 75 2113 | 2113 · IC 1 30709 | 30709 | 9:34 Zurich HB | 1h18 | 10:52 St. Gallen | 1 change | |
IR 36 2063 | 2063 · IC 5 513 | 513 | 9:58 Zürich Oerlikon | 1h04 | 11:02 St. Gallen | 1 change | |
S 8 18834 | 18834 · S 7 18734 | 18734 · IC 5 513 | 513 | 10:00 Zürich Oerlikon | 1h02 | 11:02 St. Gallen | 2 changes | |
IC 5 513 | 513 · S 21 2109 | 2109 | 10:02 Zurich HB | 1h21 | 11:23 St. Gallen Güterbahnhof | 1 change | |
IC 5 513 | 513 | 10:02 Zurich HB | 1h00 | 11:02 St. Gallen | 0 changesdirect | |
S 7 18736 | 18736 · RJX 13479 | 13479 | 10:27 Zürich Oerlikon | 1h07 | 11:34 St. Gallen | 1 change | |
S 8 18836 | 18836 · S 7 18736 | 18736 · RJX 13479 | 13479 | 10:30 Zürich Oerlikon | 1h04 | 11:34 St. Gallen | 2 changes | |
RJX 13479 | 13479 | 10:32 Zurich HB | 1h02 | 11:34 St. Gallen | 0 changesdirect | |
RJX 13479 | 13479 · S 21 2115 | 2115 | 10:32 Zurich HB | 1h25 | 11:57 St. Gallen Güterbahnhof | 1 change | |
IR 36 2065 | 2065 · IC 5 515 | 515 | 10:58 Zürich Oerlikon | 1h04 | 12:02 St. Gallen | 1 change | |
S 8 18838 | 18838 · S 7 18738 | 18738 · IC 5 515 | 515 | 11:00 Zürich Oerlikon | 1h02 | 12:02 St. Gallen | 2 changes | |
IC 5 515 | 515 | 11:02 Zurich HB | 1h00 | 12:02 St. Gallen | 0 changesdirect | |
IC 5 515 | 515 · S 21 2119 | 2119 | 11:02 Zurich HB | 1h25 | 12:27 St. Gallen Güterbahnhof | 1 change | |
S 7 18740 | 18740 · EC 191 | 191 | 11:27 Zürich Oerlikon | 1h03 | 12:30 St. Gallen | 1 change | |
S 8 18840 | 18840 · S 7 18740 | 18740 · EC 191 | 191 | 11:30 Zürich Oerlikon | 1h00 | 12:30 St. Gallen | 2 changes | |
EC 191 | 191 · S 21 2125 | 2125 | 11:32 Zurich HB | 1h25 | 12:57 St. Gallen Güterbahnhof | 1 change | |
EC 191 | 191 | 11:32 Zurich HB | 0h58 | 12:30 St. Gallen | 0 changesdirect | |
IR 75 2117 | 2117 · IC 1 30713 | 30713 · S 21 2125 | 2125 | 11:34 Zurich HB | 1h23 | 12:57 St. Gallen Güterbahnhof | 2 changes | |
IR 75 2117 | 2117 · IC 1 30713 | 30713 | 11:34 Zurich HB | 1h18 | 12:52 St. Gallen | 1 change | |
IR 36 2067 | 2067 · IC 5 517 | 517 | 11:58 Zürich Oerlikon | 1h04 | 13:02 St. Gallen | 1 change | |
S 8 18842 | 18842 · S 7 18742 | 18742 · IC 5 517 | 517 | 12:00 Zürich Oerlikon | 1h02 | 13:02 St. Gallen | 2 changes | |
IC 5 517 | 517 · S 21 2129 | 2129 | 12:02 Zurich HB | 1h25 | 13:27 St. Gallen Güterbahnhof | 1 change | |
IC 5 517 | 517 | 12:02 Zurich HB | 1h00 | 13:02 St. Gallen | 0 changesdirect | |
S 7 18744 | 18744 · IC 5 1519 | 1519 | 12:27 Zürich Oerlikon | 1h05 | 13:32 St. Gallen | 1 change | |
S 8 18844 | 18844 · S 7 18744 | 18744 · IC 5 1519 | 1519 | 12:30 Zürich Oerlikon | 1h02 | 13:32 St. Gallen | 2 changes | |
IC 5 1519 | 1519 | 12:32 Zurich HB | 1h00 | 13:32 St. Gallen | 0 changesdirect | |
IC 5 1519 | 1519 · S 21 2135 | 2135 | 12:32 Zurich HB | 1h25 | 13:57 St. Gallen Güterbahnhof | 1 change | |
IR 36 2069 | 2069 · IC 5 519 | 519 | 12:58 Zürich Oerlikon | 1h04 | 14:02 St. Gallen | 1 change | |
S 8 18846 | 18846 · S 7 18746 | 18746 · IC 5 519 | 519 | 13:00 Zürich Oerlikon | 1h02 | 14:02 St. Gallen | 2 changes | |
IC 5 519 | 519 · S 21 2139 | 2139 | 13:02 Zurich HB | 1h25 | 14:27 St. Gallen Güterbahnhof | 1 change | |
IC 5 519 | 519 | 13:02 Zurich HB | 1h00 | 14:02 St. Gallen | 0 changesdirect | |
S 7 18748 | 18748 · EC 193 | 193 | 13:27 Zürich Oerlikon | 1h03 | 14:30 St. Gallen | 1 change | |
S 8 18848 | 18848 · S 7 18748 | 18748 · EC 193 | 193 | 13:30 Zürich Oerlikon | 1h00 | 14:30 St. Gallen | 2 changes | |
EC 193 | 193 | 13:32 Zurich HB | 0h58 | 14:30 St. Gallen | 0 changesdirect | |
EC 193 | 193 · S 21 2145 | 2145 | 13:32 Zurich HB | 1h25 | 14:57 St. Gallen Güterbahnhof | 1 change | |
IR 75 2121 | 2121 · IC 1 30717 | 30717 · S 21 2145 | 2145 | 13:34 Zurich HB | 1h23 | 14:57 St. Gallen Güterbahnhof | 2 changes | |
IR 75 2121 | 2121 · IC 1 30717 | 30717 | 13:34 Zurich HB | 1h18 | 14:52 St. Gallen | 1 change | |
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Trains from Zurich to Sankt Gallen run on average 26 times per day, taking around 1h 3m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £16 but you can travel from only £0.90 by coach.
There are 14 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:05, the last at 23:54. The fastest train covers the 62 km distance in 1h 0m.
Distance 62 km |
Average train duration 1h 3m |
Cheapest ticket price £16 |
Trains per day 26 |
Direct trains 14 |
Fastest train 1h 0m |
First train 0:05 |
Last train 23:54 |
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Best time to book 21 days |
Discover the best of Sankt Gallen — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Sankt Gallen trip today.
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
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.
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.
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.
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.
There is only one company that provides trains from Zurich to St. Gallen, the Schweizerische Bundesbahnen (Swiss Railways) or SBB.
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.
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.
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.
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.

Most Zurich to Sankt Gallen trains use the Zürich HB to St. Gallen station pair, with some services arriving at St. Gallen Güterbahnhof. Use this guide to compare Zurich and Sankt Gallen train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Zürich HB is 1 km from Zurich city centre. Public transport options include:
Zürich HB has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Shower, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, Information Desk and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Restaurant Au Premier, Brasserie Federal
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Zürich HB. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Zürich HB. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Zürich HB: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Zürich HB: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Zürich HB: Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Schweizerhof Zürich, Hotel St. Gotthard, Central Plaza Hotel.
Zürich Oerlikon is 5 km from Zurich city centre. Public transport options include:
Zürich Oerlikon 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: Negishi Sushi Bar, Le Muh
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Zürich Oerlikon. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Zürich Oerlikon. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Zürich Oerlikon: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Zürich Oerlikon: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Zürich Oerlikon: Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
Nearby hotels include Courtyard Zurich North, Swissotel Zurich, Hotel Sternen Oerlikon.
Zürich Altstetten is 5 km from Zurich city centre. Public transport options include:
Zürich Altstetten 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 Markthalle, Restaurant LaSalle
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Zürich Altstetten. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Zürich Altstetten. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Zürich Altstetten: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Zürich Altstetten: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Zürich Altstetten: Elevators.
Nearby hotels include Placid Hotel Zurich, Best Western Hotel Spirgarten, H+ Hotel Zürich.
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 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.
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.
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