How to get to Sankt Gallen from Lucerne

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Compare coach and train for Lucerne to Sankt Gallen

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Lucerne to Sankt Gallen among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of £43 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 2h 26m. 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 train costs an average of £43, while a train costs an average of £43.

Distance: 91 km

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£43

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£60

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2h 26m

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1h 56m

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1h 32m

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The cheapest way to travel from Lucerne to Sankt Gallen is a train with an average price of £43.
The fastest way to travel from Lucerne to Sankt Gallen is by train with an average journey time of 2h 26m.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Lucerne and Sankt Gallen including taking a coach and train.
Take the train. It's the cheaper option, and the extra time on board is usually more relaxing than driving it.

Tickets start at around £43 compared to roughly £60 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about £17. The journey takes 1h 56m versus 1h 32m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can work, read, or sleep along the way rather than spending the time behind the wheel. You'll also save the hassle of parking at the other end.

Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.

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from Lucerne to Sankt Gallen

How to get to Sankt Gallen from Lucerne by train, bus, flight or ferry.

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The best way to travel from Lucerne to Sankt Gallen is by taking a train because it’s the best combination of price and speed.

  • SBB
    7:091h53
    Lucerne
    9:02Sankt Gallen
    £391One-way
    0 changes

Cheapest

  • SBB
    7:091h53
    Lucerne
    9:02Sankt Gallen
    £391One-way
    0 changes

Fastest

  • SBB
    7:091h53
    Lucerne
    9:02Sankt Gallen
    £391One-way
    0 changes

Other options

  • SBB
    6:092h13
    Lucerne
    8:22Sankt Gallen
    £401One-way
    0 changes

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FAQs: Lucerne to Sankt Gallen

Travel to Sankt Gallen easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Lucerne to Sankt Gallen.

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There are 2 options to travel between Lucerne and Sankt Gallen including taking a coach and train.
The cheapest way to travel from Lucerne to Sankt Gallen is a train with an average price of £43.
The fastest way to travel from Lucerne to Sankt Gallen is by train with an average journey time of 2h 26m.
The Lucerne to Sankt Gallen distance is approximately 91 km.
The average frequency per day from Lucerne to Sankt Gallen is:
  • Around 15 trains per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Lucerne and Sankt Gallen as scheduled services by coach and train can vary by season or day of the week.

These are the most popular departure and arrival points from Lucerne to Sankt Gallen:
  • Trains mostly depart from Lucerne station and arrive in St. Gallen.
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Lucerne to Sankt Gallen, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with SBB, Voralpen Express to go to Sankt Gallen by train.
Yes, there is a direct route available from Lucerne to Sankt Gallen:
  • 3 direct trains per day with SBB, Voralpen Express.
Omio customers who travel from Lucerne to Sankt Gallen often also extend their vacation to go to Munich, Zurich, Milan, Vienna, Prague. Omio can help you plan your trip by finding the best connections between Sankt Gallen and these popular destinations at a great price.
To get from Lucerne to Sankt Gallen, you can choose from several travel options including coach and train.
In Sankt Gallen, you can explore the vibrant Old Town with its charming streets and historic buildings. Visit the Botanical Garden St. Gallen, and enjoy a scenic hike in the nearby Appenzell region. Attend a performance at the Theater St. Gallen, and discover the local culinary scene by sampling Swiss specialties at traditional restaurants. Key sights include the Abbey of Saint Gall, the St. Gallen Textile Museum, Wildpark Peter and Paul, Kunstmuseum St. Gallen, and Drei Weieren.
Spending two to three days in Sankt Gallen is ideal to explore its main attractions, including the UNESCO-listed Abbey of Saint Gall, the Textile Museum, and the beautiful Old Town.

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