Zurich to Sankt Gallen train with SBB

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The cheapest and fastest trains from Zurich to Sankt Gallen

Showing times, prices and bookable tickets for 01 Oct

Cheapest price on 01 Oct

28S$

Average ticket price on 01 Oct

39S$

Fastest journey on 01 Oct

58 m

Average journey duration on 01 Oct

58 m

Trains on 01 Oct

133

Distance

62 km

Cheap tickets

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 39S$ if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only 28S$.

Fast trains

On Thu, 01 Oct, we found 133 trains from Zurich to Sankt Gallen, including 67 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.

  • SBBIC 1 735 | 735
    10:44 PM1h08
    Zürich Oerlikon
    11:52 PMSt. Gallen
    28 S$1One-way
    0 changes
  • SBBIC 1 735 | 735
    10:37 PM1h15
    Zurich HB
    11:52 PMSt. Gallen
    30 S$1One-way
    0 changes
  • SBBIC 1 709 | 709
    9:44 AM1h08
    Zürich Oerlikon
    10:52 AMSt. Gallen
    31 S$1One-way
    0 changes
  • SBBIC 5 531 | 531
    7:02 PM1h00
    Zurich HB
    8:02 PMSt. Gallen
    31 S$1One-way
    0 changes
  • SBBIC 1 715 | 715
    12:44 PM1h08
    Zürich Oerlikon
    1:52 PMSt. Gallen
    31 S$1One-way
    0 changes

Live departures

Zurich to Sankt Gallen train times

The table below shows live departures for Zurich to Sankt Gallen trains for today, Wednesday, 30 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.

Last updated at
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
Tickets
SBBS 8 18826 | 18826 · IC 5 509 | 5098:00 AM Zürich Oerlikon
1h02
9:02 AM St. Gallen1 change
SBBIC 5 509 | 5098:02 AM Zurich HB
1h00
9:02 AM St. Gallen0 changesdirect
SBBIC 5 509 | 509 · S 21 2089 | 20898:02 AM Zurich HB
1h21
9:23 AM St. Gallen Güterbahnhof1 change
SBBIR 13 3259 | 3259 · B 180 18015 | 18015 · S 21 2090 | 20908:08 AM Zurich HB
1h39
9:47 AM St. Gallen Güterbahnhof2 changes
SBBIR 13 3259 | 32598:08 AM Zurich HB
1h14
9:22 AM St. Gallen0 changesdirect
SBBIR 13 3259 | 32598:15 AM Zürich Oerlikon
1h07
9:22 AM St. Gallen0 changesdirect
SBBS 8 18828 | 18828 · RJX 13477 | 134778:30 AM Zürich Oerlikon
1h04
9:34 AM St. Gallen1 change
SBBRJX 13477 | 13477 · S 21 2095 | 20958:32 AM Zurich HB
1h21
9:53 AM St. Gallen Güterbahnhof1 change
SBBRJX 13477 | 134778:32 AM Zurich HB
1h02
9:34 AM St. Gallen0 changesdirect
SBBIC 1 707 | 7078:37 AM Zurich HB
1h15
9:52 AM St. Gallen0 changesdirect
SBBIC 1 707 | 7078:44 AM Zürich Oerlikon
1h08
9:52 AM St. Gallen0 changesdirect
SBBS 8 18830 | 18830 · IC 5 511 | 5119:00 AM Zürich Oerlikon
1h02
10:02 AM St. Gallen1 change
SBBIC 5 511 | 5119:02 AM Zurich HB
1h00
10:02 AM St. Gallen0 changesdirect
SBBIC 5 511 | 511 · S 21 2099 | 20999:02 AM Zurich HB
1h21
10:23 AM St. Gallen Güterbahnhof1 change
SBBIR 13 3261 | 3261 · B 180 18017 | 18017 · S 21 2100 | 21009:08 AM Zurich HB
1h39
10:47 AM St. Gallen Güterbahnhof2 changes
SBBIR 13 3261 | 32619:08 AM Zurich HB
1h14
10:22 AM St. Gallen0 changesdirect
SBBIR 13 3261 | 32619:15 AM Zürich Oerlikon
1h07
10:22 AM St. Gallen0 changesdirect
SBBS 8 18832 | 18832 · EC 99 | 999:30 AM Zürich Oerlikon
1h00
10:30 AM St. Gallen1 change
SBBEC 99 | 99 · S 21 2105 | 21059:32 AM Zurich HB
1h21
10:53 AM St. Gallen Güterbahnhof1 change
SBBEC 99 | 999:32 AM Zurich HB
0h58
10:30 AM St. Gallen0 changesdirect
SBBIC 1 709 | 7099:37 AM Zurich HB
1h15
10:52 AM St. Gallen0 changesdirect
SBBIC 1 709 | 7099:44 AM Zürich Oerlikon
1h08
10:52 AM St. Gallen0 changesdirect
SBBS 8 18834 | 18834 · IC 5 513 | 51310:00 AM Zürich Oerlikon
1h02
11:02 AM St. Gallen1 change
SBBIC 5 513 | 51310:02 AM Zurich HB
1h00
11:02 AM St. Gallen0 changesdirect
SBBIC 5 513 | 513 · S 21 2109 | 210910:02 AM Zurich HB
1h21
11:23 AM St. Gallen Güterbahnhof1 change
SBBIR 13 3263 | 326310:08 AM Zurich HB
1h14
11:22 AM St. Gallen0 changesdirect
SBBIR 13 3263 | 326310:15 AM Zürich Oerlikon
1h07
11:22 AM St. Gallen0 changesdirect
SBBRJX 13479 | 13479 · S 22 4111 | 411110:32 AM Zurich HB
1h10
11:42 AM St. Gallen Güterbahnhof1 change
SBBIC 1 711 | 711 · S 21 2115 | 211510:37 AM Zurich HB
1h20
11:57 AM St. Gallen Güterbahnhof1 change
SBBIC 5 515 | 515 · S 22 4117 | 411711:02 AM Zurich HB
1h10
12:12 PM St. Gallen Güterbahnhof1 change
SBBS 8 18870 | 18870 · IC 5 531 | 5317:00 PM Zürich Oerlikon
1h02
8:02 PM St. Gallen1 change
SBBIC 5 531 | 5317:02 PM Zurich HB
1h00
8:02 PM St. Gallen0 changesdirect
SBBIR 13 3281 | 3281 · S 21 2199 | 21997:08 PM Zurich HB
1h19
8:27 PM St. Gallen Güterbahnhof1 change
SBBIR 13 3281 | 32817:08 PM Zurich HB
1h14
8:22 PM St. Gallen0 changesdirect
SBBIR 13 3281 | 32817:15 PM Zürich Oerlikon
1h07
8:22 PM St. Gallen0 changesdirect
SBBS 8 18872 | 18872 · EC 199 | 1997:30 PM Zürich Oerlikon
1h00
8:30 PM St. Gallen1 change
SBBEC 199 | 1997:32 PM Zurich HB
0h58
8:30 PM St. Gallen0 changesdirect
SBBIC 1 729 | 7297:37 PM Zurich HB
1h15
8:52 PM St. Gallen0 changesdirect
SBBIC 1 729 | 729 · S 21 2205 | 22057:37 PM Zurich HB
1h20
8:57 PM St. Gallen Güterbahnhof1 change
SBBIC 1 729 | 7297:44 PM Zürich Oerlikon
1h08
8:52 PM St. Gallen0 changesdirect
SBBS 8 18874 | 18874 · IC 5 533 | 5338:00 PM Zürich Oerlikon
1h02
9:02 PM St. Gallen1 change
SBBIC 5 533 | 5338:02 PM Zurich HB
1h00
9:02 PM St. Gallen0 changesdirect
SBBIR 13 3283 | 3283 · S 21 2209 | 22098:08 PM Zurich HB
1h19
9:27 PM St. Gallen Güterbahnhof1 change
SBBIC 1 731 | 731 · S 21 2215 | 22158:37 PM Zurich HB
1h20
9:57 PM St. Gallen Güterbahnhof1 change
SBBIR 13 3285 | 3285 · S 21 2219 | 22199:08 PM Zurich HB
1h19
10:27 PM St. Gallen Güterbahnhof1 change
SBBIR 13 3255 | 3255 · S 22 4071 | 40716:08 AM Zurich HB
1h29
7:37 AM St. Gallen Güterbahnhof1 change

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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 22 times per day, taking around 1h 5m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at 21S$ if you book in advance.

There are 12 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:05, the last at 23:54. The fastest train covers the 62 km distance in 51m.

Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Distance
62 km
Average train duration
1h 5m
Cheapest ticket price
21S$
Trains per day
22
Direct trains
12
Fastest train
51m
First train
12:05 AM
Last train
11:54 PM
Cheapest Month
Aug
Cheapest Day
Sun
High Season
Jul - Sept
Low Season
Oct - Dec
Busiest Day
Tue
Least Busy Day
Sun
Best time to book
21 days
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information

Train companies: SBB from Zurich to Sankt Gallen trainsSBB trains will get you between Zurich and Sankt Gallen from 21S$. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.

SBB

About
SBB is Switzerland’s national railway company, operating a wide range of train services including InterCity, InterRegio, RegioExpress, Regio, S-Bahn, and international InterCityExpress connections. InterCity trains reach speeds of up to 200 km/h for fast travel between major cities, while Regio trains provide slower, more frequent local services. Ticket options include Standard and First Class, as well as passes and discounts such as the Swiss Travel Pass, Half-Fare Card, and Super Saver tickets. Onboard amenities may feature Wi-Fi, power outlets, and restaurant cars. Popular routes include Zurich–Geneva, Basel–Bern, and Geneva–Lausanne.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average SBB Duration
51m
Cheapest SBB Price
21S$
SBB frequency
13 a day
Luggage included
One piece of hand luggage and one larger piece of luggage included in ticket price
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, under seats, and designated luggage areas at ends of carriages
Cancellation Policy
Cancellation possible according to ticket type conditions
Refund
Full refund provided for canceled trains
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Restaurant cars on long-distance trains, bistro service available. First class receives at-seat service
Seat reservation
Seat reservations optional in 2nd class for fee, included in 1st class tickets
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, and assistance services available with advance notice
Pets
Small pets in carriers travel free. Large dogs require half-price ticket. Guide dogs travel free
Quiet zone

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.

FAQs
Cheap train tickets from Zurich to Sankt Gallen can start from as little as 21S$ when you book in advance. The average train ticket price for Zurich to Sankt Gallen is 41S$; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
The average journey time by train from Zurich to Sankt Gallen is 51m to travel the 62 km long route. Journey times can vary on weekends and holidays, so use our Journey Planner to search for a specific date.
The earliest train from Zurich to Sankt Gallen leaves at 12:05 am. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.
The latest train from Zurich to Sankt Gallen leaves at 11:54 pm.
Yes, there are 12 direct trains a day from Zurich to Sankt Gallen with SBB. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer direct trains.
When taking a train from Zurich to Sankt Gallen, you can count on SBB for the best way to get you to Sankt Gallen. You can also check all possible train companies who offer a service between Zurich and Sankt Gallen and compare the amenities they offer before buying a train ticket.
A day trip to Sankt Gallen from Zurich is worth doing with a journey time of 51m each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Zurich and Sankt Gallen including taking a train and coach.

popular train stations

Important Stations and Airports in Zurich and Sankt Gallen

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.

Departure train stations in Zurich
Arrival train stations in Sankt Gallen

Which Zurich station do trains to Sankt Gallen leave from?

Trains from Zurich to Sankt Gallen leave from Zürich HB. The station is 2 km from Zurich city centre at Bahnhofplatz, 8001 Zürich, Switzerland.
Zürich HBBahnhofplatz, 8001 Zürich, Switzerland+41 51 220 11 11WifiLockersParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelShowerLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar RentalInformation DeskLuggage Carts
City-centre transport

Getting to Zürich HB from Zurich city centre

Zürich HB is 1 km from Zurich city centre. Public transport options include:

TrainS, 9 · 3m · 5S$ · every ~3 min
S11, Sn11, S12, S15, S16, Sn1, Sn, S20, S23, S3, S5, Sn5, S6, Sn6, S7, Sn7, S9, Sn9, S · 3m · 2S$ · every ~43 min
Bus31, 33 · 5m · 3S$ · every ~16 min
N4, N5, N91 · 5m · 3S$
Tram11, 15, 4 · 8m · 3S$ · every ~19 min

Zürich HB train station facilities and services

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 and drink

Food options include: Restaurant Au Premier, Brasserie Federal

Wi-Fi and ATMs

Free. ATMs are available in the train station.

Tickets and information

Ticket office support is available at Zürich HB. Information desks are located in the main hall.

Luggage and lost property

Luggage storage is available at Zürich HB. Lost and found is available at the station.

Parking, taxis and toilets

Available at Zürich HB: Parking, Taxis, WC.

Bike and car services

Available at Zürich HB: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.

Accessibility

Accessibility facilities are available at Zürich HB: Elevators, ramps, restrooms.

Shops, hotels and contact

Nearby hotels include Hotel Schweizerhof Zürich, Hotel St. Gotthard, Central Plaza Hotel.

Zürich OerlikonOerlikon, Zurich, Switzerland+41 900 300 300WifiLockersParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar RentalInformation DeskLuggage Carts
City-centre transport

Getting to Zürich Oerlikon from Zurich city centre

Zürich Oerlikon is 5 km from Zurich city centre. Public transport options include:

TrainS8, S2, S24, Ir36, S14, Re48, S19, S, Ir13, Ic1, S21, S15, S9, Sn8, Ir, N1 · 4m · 3S$ · every ~31 min
9, S · 12m · 6S$ · every ~3 min
BusE · 13m · 5S$
N10 · 14m · 5S$
Tram10, 11, 17, 50, 51, 8 · 12m · 5S$ · every ~19 min

Zürich Oerlikon train station facilities and services

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 and drink

Food options include: Negishi Sushi Bar, Le Muh

Wi-Fi and ATMs

Free. ATMs are available in the train station.

Tickets and information

Ticket office support is available at Zürich Oerlikon. Information desks are located in the main hall.

Luggage and lost property

Luggage storage is available at Zürich Oerlikon. Lost and found is available at the station.

Parking, taxis and toilets

Available at Zürich Oerlikon: Parking, Taxis, WC.

Bike and car services

Available at Zürich Oerlikon: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.

Accessibility

Accessibility facilities are available at Zürich Oerlikon: Elevators, ramps, restrooms.

Shops, hotels and contact

Nearby hotels include Courtyard Zurich North, Swissotel Zurich, Hotel Sternen Oerlikon.

Zürich AltstettenZürich Altstetten railway station, Altstetten, Zurich, SwitzerlandWifiLockersParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar RentalInformation DeskLuggage Carts
City-centre transport

Getting to Zürich Altstetten from Zurich city centre

Zürich Altstetten is 5 km from Zurich city centre. Public transport options include:

TrainS5, S11, S12, Sn1, Sn5, Sn11, Sn · 12m · 5S$ · every ~14 min
Bus31 · 14m · 5S$ · every ~16 min
N17, N1 · 18m · 5S$
31 · 22m · 5S$ · every ~16 min
Tram51 · 14m · 5S$ · every ~16 min

Zürich Altstetten train station facilities and services

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 and drink

Food options include: Restaurant Markthalle, Restaurant LaSalle

Wi-Fi and ATMs

Free. ATMs are available in the train station.

Tickets and information

Ticket office support is available at Zürich Altstetten. Information desks are located in the main hall.

Luggage and lost property

Luggage storage is available at Zürich Altstetten. Lost and found is available at the station.

Parking, taxis and toilets

Available at Zürich Altstetten: Parking, Taxis, WC.

Bike and car services

Available at Zürich Altstetten: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.

Accessibility

Accessibility facilities are available at Zürich Altstetten: Elevators.

Shops, hotels and contact

Nearby hotels include Placid Hotel Zurich, Best Western Hotel Spirgarten, H+ Hotel Zürich.

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