The cheapest and fastest trains from Lausanne to St Gallen
Cheapest price
$173
Average price
$173
Fastest journey
3 h 15 m
Average duration
3 h 23 m
Trains per day
5
Distance
231 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Lausanne to St Gallen is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Lausanne to St Gallen will cost around $173 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $173.
Of the 5 trains that leave Lausanne for St Gallen on Thu, Mar 05, 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Thu, Mar 05 the direct trains cover the 231 km distance in an average of 3 h 23 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 3 h 15 m .
On Thu, Mar 05 the slowest trains will take 3 h 28 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.
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Travel Information
Compare bus and train for Lausanne to St Gallen
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Lausanne to St Gallen among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $1. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 3h 41m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $1, and a train costs an average of $173.
Distance: 143 miles (231 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus |
|---|---|
$181 Average price | $13 Average price Cheapest |
4h 11m Average total duration Fastest 3h 41m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 40m Average total duration 5h 10m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Lausanne to St Gallen train times
The table below shows live departures for Lausanne to St Gallen trains for today, Wednesday, March 4. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 7:17 AM Lausanne | 3h35 | 10:52 AM St. Gallen | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Thursday, March 5 | |||||
![]() | 5:34 AM Lausanne | 3h28 | 9:02 AM St. Gallen | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 6:17 AM Lausanne | 3h15 | 9:32 AM St. Gallen | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 6:17 AM Lausanne | 3h35 | 9:52 AM St. Gallen | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 6:34 AM Lausanne | 3h28 | 10:02 AM St. Gallen | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Compare prices and tickets Lausanne to St Gallen by bus or train
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Lausanne to St Gallen
Trains from Lausanne to St Gallen run on average 16 times per day, taking around 3h 41m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $173 (€140) but you can travel from only $1 (€1) by bus.
There are 17 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 05:34, the last at 22:34. The fastest train covers the 143 miles (231 km) distance in 3h 13m.
Distance 143 miles (231 km) |
Average train duration 3h 41m |
Cheapest ticket price $173 (€140) |
Trains per day 16 |
Direct trains 17 |
Fastest train 3h 13m |
First train 05:34 |
Last train 22:34 |
Train companies: Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS) from Lausanne to St Gallen trainsSwiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS) trains will get you between Lausanne and St Gallen from $1 (€1). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS)
FAQs: Trains from Lausanne to St Gallen
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Lausanne 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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