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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Zurich to St Gallen
Cheapest price
£7
Average price
£7
Fastest journey
57 m
Average duration
57 m
Trains per day
5
Distance
63 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Zurich to St 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 St Gallen will cost around £7 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £7.
Of the 5 trains that leave Zurich for St Gallen 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 63 km distance in an average of 57 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 57 m .
The slowest trains will take 57 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 Zurich to St Gallen
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Zurich to St 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 coach which can get you there in 58m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £1, and a train costs an average of £7.
Distance: 63 km
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Most popular Train | Coach |
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£38 Average Price | £9 Average Price Cheapest |
1h 42m Average total duration 1h 12m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 28m Average total duration Fastest 58m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Direct Options | Direct Options |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Zurich to St Gallen
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Trains from Zurich to St Gallen run on average 25 times per day, taking around 1h 12m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £7 but you can travel from only £1 by coach.
There are 24 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:17, the last at 23:39. The fastest train covers the 63 km distance in 55m.
Distance 63 km |
Average train duration 1h 12m |
Cheapest ticket price £7 |
Trains per day 25 |
Direct trains 24 |
Fastest train 55m |
First train 00:17 |
Last train 23:39 |
Train companies: SBB, Thurbo, Swiss Railways (SBB/CFF/FFS) from Zurich to St Gallen trainsSBB, Thurbo, Swiss Railways (SBB/CFF/FFS) trains will get you between Zurich and St 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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Swiss Railways (SBB/CFF/FFS)
FAQs: Zurich to St Gallen train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Zurich to St 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 St Gallen, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
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