Herisau to Sankt Gallen train with SBB

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The cheapest and fastest trains from Herisau to Sankt Gallen

Showing times and prices for Aug 19

Cheapest price

€9

Average price

€9

Fastest journey

9 m

Average duration

9 m

Trains per day

1

Distance

8 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Herisau to Sankt Gallen is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.

The average ticket from Herisau to Sankt Gallen will cost around €9 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €9.

Fast trains

Of the 1 trains that leave Herisau for Sankt Gallen on Wed, Aug 19, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

On Wed, Aug 19 the direct trains cover the 8 km distance in an average of 9 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 9 m .

On Wed, Aug 19 the slowest trains will take 9 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.

  • SBB
    6:24 PM0h09
    Herisau
    6:33 PMSankt Gallen
    91One-way
    0 transfers

Travel Information

Compare train and bus for Herisau to Sankt Gallen

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Herisau to Sankt Gallen among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from €9. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 9m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of €9, and a bus costs an average of €12.

Distance: 4 miles (8 km)

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€10

Average price

Cheapest

€13

Average price

€3

Average price

(fuel + tolls)

39m

Average total duration

Fastest

9m

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30m

Additional time*

1h 3m

Average total duration

33m

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30m

Additional time*

17m

Average total duration

(door-to-door)

Direct Options

Direct Options

Direct Options

The cheapest way to travel from Herisau to Sankt Gallen is a train with an average price of €10.

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

A train is €3 less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Herisau to Sankt Gallen costing on average €13.

The fastest way to travel from Herisau to Sankt Gallen is by train with an average journey time of 9m.

Other travel options to Sankt Gallen take longer:

Bus takes on average 33m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Herisau and Sankt Gallen including taking a train and bus.
We recommend using the train as it is the most popular way to get from Herisau to Sankt Gallen among Omio's users.
Take the train. It's meaningfully faster than driving, and the time saved usually justifies the price.

You'll arrive about 8m sooner (9m by train vs 17m by car). Tickets start at around €10 compared to roughly €3 in fuel and tolls — so you're paying a bit more, but getting hours of your day back, a city-centre arrival, and the freedom to work or relax instead of drive.

Direct services run with SBB, Voralpen Express, Thurbo, Südostbahn.

Driving makes more sense if you're travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), want to stop along the way, or need a car once you arrive.

Live departures

Herisau to Sankt Gallen train times

The table below shows live departures for Herisau to Sankt Gallen trains for today, Tuesday, August 18. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.

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ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesTransfers
Tickets
SBBRE 1 5231 | 5231 · B 11 | 111164:05 PM Herisau station
0h27
4:32 PM Sankt Gallen1 transfer
SBBRE 1 5231 | 5231 · S 21 2159 | 21594:05 PM Herisau station
0h22
4:27 PM St. Gallen Güterbahnhof1 transfer
SBBRE 1 5231 | 5231 · B 6 | 63774:05 PM Herisau station
0h18
4:23 PM St. Gallen, Mühlegg1 transfer
SBBRE 1 5231 | 52314:05 PM Herisau station
0h09
4:14 PM St. Gallen0 transfersDirect
SBBS 4 11459 | 11459 · S 22 4161 | 41614:24 PM Herisau station
0h18
4:42 PM St. Gallen Güterbahnhof1 transfer
SBBS 4 11459 | 114594:24 PM Herisau station
0h09
4:33 PM St. Gallen0 transfersDirect
SBBS 4 11459 | 11459 · B 6 | 63874:24 PM Herisau station
0h19
4:43 PM St. Gallen, Mühlegg1 transfer
SBBS 81 12133 | 12133 · S 21 2165 | 21654:35 PM Herisau station
0h22
4:57 PM St. Gallen Güterbahnhof1 transfer
SBBS 81 12133 | 12133 · B 6 | 63934:35 PM Herisau station
0h18
4:53 PM St. Gallen, Mühlegg1 transfer
SBBS 81 12133 | 12133 · B 11 | 111204:35 PM Herisau station
0h27
5:02 PM Sankt Gallen1 transfer
SBBS 81 12133 | 121334:35 PM Herisau station
0h09
4:44 PM St. Gallen0 transfersDirect
Voralpen ExpressIR VAE 2029 | 20294:47 PM Herisau station
0h08
4:55 PM St. Gallen0 transfersDirect
SBBS 2 11263 | 11263 · S 22 4167 | 41674:54 PM Herisau station
0h18
5:12 PM St. Gallen Güterbahnhof1 transfer
SBBS 2 11263 | 11263 · B 6 | 64034:54 PM Herisau station
0h19
5:13 PM St. Gallen, Mühlegg1 transfer
SBBS 2 11263 | 112634:54 PM Herisau station
0h09
5:03 PM St. Gallen0 transfersDirect
SBBRE 1 5233 | 5233 · S 21 2169 | 21695:05 PM Herisau station
0h22
5:27 PM St. Gallen Güterbahnhof1 transfer
SBBRE 1 5233 | 5233 · B 11 | 111265:05 PM Herisau station
0h27
5:32 PM Sankt Gallen1 transfer
SBBRE 1 5233 | 52335:05 PM Herisau station
0h09
5:14 PM St. Gallen0 transfersDirect
SBBRE 1 5233 | 5233 · B 6 | 64115:05 PM Herisau station
0h18
5:23 PM St. Gallen, Mühlegg1 transfer
SBBS 4 11463 | 114635:24 PM Herisau station
0h09
5:33 PM St. Gallen0 transfersDirect
SBBS 4 11463 | 11463 · B 6 | 64215:24 PM Herisau station
0h19
5:43 PM St. Gallen, Mühlegg1 transfer
SBBS 4 11463 | 11463 · S 22 4171 | 41715:24 PM Herisau station
0h18
5:42 PM St. Gallen Güterbahnhof1 transfer
SBBS 81 12135 | 12135 · B 11 | 111325:35 PM Herisau station
0h27
6:02 PM Sankt Gallen1 transfer
SBBS 81 12135 | 12135 · S 21 2175 | 21755:35 PM Herisau station
0h22
5:57 PM St. Gallen Güterbahnhof1 transfer
SBBS 81 12135 | 12135 · B 6 | 64295:35 PM Herisau station
0h18
5:53 PM St. Gallen, Mühlegg1 transfer
SBBS 81 12135 | 121355:35 PM Herisau station
0h09
5:44 PM St. Gallen0 transfersDirect
Voralpen ExpressIR VAE 2031 | 20315:47 PM Herisau station
0h08
5:55 PM St. Gallen0 transfersDirect
SBBS 2 11267 | 11267 · S 22 4177 | 41775:54 PM Herisau station
0h18
6:12 PM St. Gallen Güterbahnhof1 transfer
SBBRE 1 5235 | 5235 · S 21 2179 | 21796:05 PM Herisau station
0h22
6:27 PM St. Gallen Güterbahnhof1 transfer
SBBS 4 11467 | 11467 · S 22 4181 | 41816:24 PM Herisau station
0h18
6:42 PM St. Gallen Güterbahnhof1 transfer

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Overview: Train from Herisau to Sankt Gallen

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Trains from Herisau to Sankt Gallen run on average 26 times per day, taking around 9m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €9 if you book in advance.

There are 8 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:05, the last at 23:45. The fastest train covers the 4 miles (8 km) distance in 8m.

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
4 miles (8 km)
Average train duration
9m
Cheapest ticket price
€9
Trains per day
26
Direct trains
8
Fastest train
8m
First train
12:05 AM
Last train
11:45 PM
Cheapest Month
Aug
Cheapest Day
Fri
High Season
Jan - Mar
Low Season
Apr - Jun
Busiest Day
Sun
Least Busy Day
Sun
Best time to book
28 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, Voralpen Express, Appenzeller Bahnen, Thurbo, Südostbahn from Herisau to Sankt Gallen trainsSBB, Voralpen Express, Appenzeller Bahnen, Thurbo, Südostbahn trains will get you between Herisau and Sankt Gallen from €9. 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 Duration
8m
Cheapest Price
€9
SBB frequency
25 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

Voralpen Express

Luggage & cancellation policy
Voralpen Express frequency
3 a day

Appenzeller Bahnen

Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
20m
Appenzeller Bahnen frequency
5 a day

Thurbo

Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
9m
Cheapest Price
€8
Thurbo frequency
7 a day

Südostbahn

Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
8m
Südostbahn frequency
12 a day

Complete guide to Sankt Gallen

Things to do in Sankt Gallen

Discover the best of Sankt Gallen — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Sankt Gallen trip today.

  • Must visit

Textile Museum St. Gallen

Leading cultural history museum focused on St. Gallen textiles, regional heritage, and changing exhibitions in a central historic building.

  • Recommended

Kunstmuseum St. Gallen

Major fine arts museum with Swiss and international works, known for strong modern collections and thoughtful temporary exhibitions.

  • Recommended

Historisches und Völkerkundemuseum St. Gallen

Regional history museum combining archaeology, folklore, and natural history, ideal for understanding eastern Switzerland in one visit.

Swiss franc (CHF, Fr.)

Very costly versus most European cities; hotels, restaurant meals, and transport are high, though public transit is reliable and discounts can help.

Average meal costs

Budget
CHF 15-25 for fast food or a simple lunch.
Mid-range
CHF 30-50 per person for a restaurant meal.
Fine dining
CHF 90+ per person for upscale dining.
Coffee
CHF 4.50-6 for a cappuccino.

Tipping culture

Service is usually included. Round up or leave 5-10% for great service. In cafes and taxis, round up to the nearest CHF 1-5.

FAQs: Trains from Herisau to Sankt Gallen

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Herisau 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
Train ticket prices from Herisau to Sankt Gallen can vary. The cheapest ticket starts at €9, while the average price is around €10.
The train from Herisau to Sankt Gallen takes 8m and runs 26 per day.
The distance by train from Herisau to Sankt Gallen is 4 miles (8 km).
The first train from Herisau to Sankt Gallen leaves at 12:05 AM.
The last train from Herisau to Sankt Gallen leaves at 11:45 PM.
There is no high speed train available from Herisau to Sankt Gallen.
Yes, there is a direct train from Herisau to Sankt Gallen. This service operates 8 times per day, provided by SBB, Voralpen Express, Thurbo, Südostbahn.
Unfortunately, there is no night train available from Herisau to Sankt Gallen.
The train station in Herisau that goes to Sankt Gallen is Herisau station, which connects to St. Gallen.
The cheapest way to get from Herisau to Sankt Gallen is by train, with a cost of around €9.
The train journey from Herisau to Sankt Gallen is relatively short but offers scenic views of the rolling hills and picturesque landscapes characteristic of the Appenzell region, making it a pleasant and visually appealing experience.
Yes, a day trip from Herisau to Sankt Gallen is feasible with a travel time of 8m, a distance of 4 miles (8 km), and a train frequency of 14 per day.
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 with its stunning baroque architecture, the Textile Museum, Wildpark Peter and Paul, Kunstmuseum St. Gallen, and Drei Weieren, perfect for walking and relaxation.
Two to three days in Sankt Gallen are ideal to explore the Abbey of Saint Gall, visit the Textile Museum, and enjoy the city's charming old town.
Yes, you can take the train from Herisau to Sankt Gallen.
Since both Herisau and Sankt Gallen are in the Schengen Area, a passport is not required for European Union (EU) or Schengen-associated country citizens. A national ID card is sufficient.
Popular day trips by train from Sankt Gallen include Zurich, Memmingen, Bregenz, Lindau (Bodensee), Appenzell.
We recommend using the train as it is the most popular way to get from Herisau to Sankt Gallen among Omio's users.
Items not allowed on trains typically include hazardous materials such as explosives, flammable liquids, corrosive substances, and illegal drugs. Additionally, large or bulky items that may obstruct aisles or emergency exits, as well as pets without proper carriers, may be restricted. Specific prohibited items can vary by train operator and region, so please check the rules for your particular journey.
Switzerland uses the Swiss Franc (CHF) as its currency. Travelers can use both cash and cards; however, credit and debit cards are widely accepted, especially in cities and larger establishments, making card payments convenient. Cash is still useful for small purchases, local markets, or remote areas where card acceptance may be limited.
In Sankt Gallen, travelers should be aware of common urban safety concerns such as pickpocketing, especially in crowded areas and on public transportation. Scams involving overcharging in taxis or at some restaurants can occur, so it is advisable to agree on prices beforehand and use reputable services. Overall, Sankt Gallen is considered a safe destination with low crime rates, but standard precautions apply.
Pack lightweight, versatile clothing suitable for the destination's climate, and use secure, lockable luggage to protect belongings. Keep essential items like travel documents, medication, and valuables in a carry-on bag for easy access. Use packing organizers or cubes to maximize space and maintain order. Lastly, include a small first aid kit and personal hygiene items for added comfort during travel.

popular train stations

Popular train stations from Herisau to Sankt Gallen

Most Herisau to Sankt Gallen trains use the Herisau to St. Gallen station pair, with some services arriving at St. Gallen, Mühlegg. Use this guide to compare Herisau 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 Herisau
Arrival train stations in Sankt Gallen

Which Herisau station do trains to Sankt Gallen leave from?

Trains from Herisau to Sankt Gallen leave from Herisau. The station is from Herisau city centre at Bahnhofpl. 5, 9100 Herisau, Switzerland.
HerisauBahnhofpl. 5, 9100 Herisau, Switzerland+41 58 580 76 30ParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelBike Parking
City-centre transport

Getting to Herisau from Herisau city centre

Bus180, 181, 182 · 2m · €2 · every ~5 min

Herisau train station facilities and services

Herisau has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, and Bike Parking.

Food and drink

Food and drink options are available at Herisau.

Wi-Fi and ATMs

ATMs are available at Herisau.

Parking, taxis and toilets

Available at Herisau: Parking, Taxis, WC.

Bike and car services

Available at Herisau: Bike Parking.

Accessibility

Accessibility facilities are available at Herisau.

Herisau, BahnhofBahnhofpl. 5, 9100 Herisau, Switzerland+41 58 580 76 30Accessibility

Herisau, Bahnhof train station facilities and services

Herisau, Bahnhof has practical services for this route, including Accessibility.

Accessibility

Accessibility facilities are available at Herisau, Bahnhof.

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