How to get to Sankt Gallen from Vienna

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Compare train and coach for Vienna to Sankt Gallen

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Vienna to Sankt Gallen among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £53 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 4h 55m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.2 - 0.5kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £53, while a flight costs an average of £458.

Distance: 530 km

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£102

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£147

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8h 19m

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7h 49m

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10h 29m

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6h 46m

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0.5 - 1.3kg

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1.6 - 3.2kg

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Compare ways to travel from Vienna to Sankt Gallen

Compare the available ways to get from Vienna to Sankt Gallen, with the key details around price, speed, convenience, and direct service.

The cheapest way to travel from Vienna to Sankt Gallen is a coach with an average price of £53.

This is compared to other travel options from Vienna to Sankt Gallen:

A coach is £50 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Vienna to Sankt Gallen costing on average £102.

A coach is £405 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Vienna to Sankt Gallen costing on average £458.

The fastest way to travel from Vienna to Sankt Gallen is by flight with an average journey time of 4h 55m.

Other travel options to Sankt Gallen take longer:

Train takes on average 8h 19m.

Coach takes on average 10h 29m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Vienna and Sankt Gallen including taking a train and coach.
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 £102 compared to roughly £147 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about £45. The journey takes 7h 49m versus 6h 46m 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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How to get to Sankt Gallen from Vienna by train, bus, flight or ferry.

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

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Best day trips from Sankt Gallen by train

The most popular day trips by train from Sankt Gallen are Zurich, Lindau (Bodensee), Lucerne, Winterthur and Bregenz. Find out what you can do in these day trip destinations and how to book your train from Sankt Gallen on Omio.

A view of Zurich

Day trip from Sankt Gallen to Zurich by train

Why visit Zurich for the day?

Zurich combines a global financial role with a calm lakeside setting and a well-kept Altstadt. It is known for banking and shopping, but also for art, river bathing and a distinctly orderly Swiss feel.

A view of Lindau (Bodensee)

Day trip from Sankt Gallen to Lindau (Bodensee) by train

Why visit Lindau (Bodensee) for the day?

Lindau on Lake Constance is known for its island old town, harbour lighthouse and views across the water to the Alps. Grand historic buildings and a calm lakefront setting give it a relaxed southern German character.

A view of Lucerne

Day trip from Sankt Gallen to Lucerne by train

Why visit Lucerne for the day?

Lucerne is known for its medieval old town, the Chapel Bridge and its setting on Lake Lucerne beneath the mountains. Historic streets and a calm waterfront give the city a distinctly Swiss character.

A view of Winterthur

Day trip from Sankt Gallen to Winterthur by train

Why visit Winterthur for the day?

Winterthur is known for its museums, industrial past and well-kept old town near Zurich. It feels practical and local, with art, parks and former factory areas shaping the city’s character.

A view of Bregenz

Day trip from Sankt Gallen to Bregenz by train

Why visit Bregenz for the day?

Bregenz sits on Lake Constance and is best known for the Bregenzer Festspiele and its striking floating stage. Its compact centre, waterfront setting and views from Pfänder give the city a calm cultural character.

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FAQs: Vienna 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 Vienna to Sankt Gallen.

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There are 2 options to travel between Vienna and Sankt Gallen including taking a train and coach.
The cheapest way to travel from Vienna to Sankt Gallen is a coach with an average price of £53.

This is compared to other travel options from Vienna to Sankt Gallen:

A coach is £50 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Vienna to Sankt Gallen costing on average £102.

A coach is £405 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Vienna to Sankt Gallen costing on average £458.

The fastest way to travel from Vienna to Sankt Gallen is by flight with an average journey time of 4h 55m.

Other travel options to Sankt Gallen take longer:

Train takes on average 8h 19m.

Coach takes on average 10h 29m.

The Vienna to Sankt Gallen distance is approximately 530 km.
The average frequency per day from Vienna to Sankt Gallen is:
  • Around 65 flights per day.
  • Around 10 trains per day.
  • Around 5 coaches per day.

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

These are the most popular departure and arrival points from Vienna to Sankt Gallen:
  • Flights mostly depart from Vienna International Airport and arrive in Zurich Airport.
  • Trains mostly depart from Vienna Hbf and arrive in St. Gallen.
  • Coaches mostly depart from Vienna, International Busterminal (VIB) and arrive in St. Gallen, Bahnhof.
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Vienna to Sankt Gallen, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with FlixBus to go to Sankt Gallen by coach.
  • Travel with ÖBB, ÖBB | InterCity, Deutsche Bahn, ÖBB | Euro City (EC), ÖBB | ICE, ÖBB | Railjet, Westbahn, ÖBB | Nightjet to go to Sankt Gallen by train.
  • Travel with Austrian Airlines, KLM, Condor Flugdienst, Air Serbia, Air France, Croatia Airlines, British Airways, Eurowings, TAP Portugal, Peoples, Qatar Airways, Lot Polish Airlines, KLM Cityhopper, GetJet Airlines, Swiss, Smartwings, Air Baltic, Helvetic Airways, CitizenPlane, Avion Express Malta, Edelweiss Air to go to Sankt Gallen by flight.
Yes, there are direct services available from Vienna to Sankt Gallen with the following travel companies:
  • 1 direct coaches per day with FlixBus.
  • 0 direct trains per day with Westbahn.
  • 10 direct flights per day with Austrian Airlines, Peoples, Swiss, Air Baltic, Helvetic Airways.
Omio customers who travel from Vienna to Sankt Gallen often also extend their vacation to go to Munich, Zurich, Milan, Prague, Memmingen. 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 Vienna to Sankt Gallen, you can choose from several travel options including train and coach.
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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