The cheapest and fastest trains from Lucerne to Sankt Gallen
Cheapest price
$42
Average price
$45
Fastest journey
1 h 53 m
Average duration
1 h 53 m
Trains per day
3
Distance
91 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Lucerne 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 Lucerne to Sankt Gallen will cost around $45 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $42.
Of the 3 trains that leave Lucerne for Sankt Gallen on Thu, Jan 08, 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Thu, Jan 08 the direct trains cover the 91 km distance in an average of 1 h 53 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 53 m .
On Thu, Jan 08 the slowest trains will take 1 h 53 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.






Travel Information
Compare train and bus 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 bus with prices starting from €1. For those with little time consider booking a bus which can get you there in 1h 21m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.1kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €1, and a train costs an average of €32.
Distance: 56 miles (91 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus |
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€39 Average price | €3 Average price Cheapest |
2h 34m Average total duration 2h 4m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 51m Average total duration Fastest 1h 21m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions |
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Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Lucerne to Sankt Gallen train times
The table below shows live departures for Lucerne to Sankt Gallen trains for today, Wednesday, January 7. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 6:39 AM Lucerne | 2h16 | 8:55 AM Sankt Gallen | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 7:09 AM Lucerne | 1h53 | 9:02 AM Sankt Gallen | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Thursday, January 8 | |||||
![]() | 4:09 AM Lucerne | 1h53 | 6:02 AM Sankt Gallen | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Compare prices and tickets Lucerne to Sankt Gallen by train or bus
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Lucerne to Sankt Gallen
Trains from Lucerne to Sankt Gallen run on average 16 times per day, taking around 2h 4m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $40 (€32) but you can travel from only $1 (€1) by bus.
There are 3 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:05, the last at 23:51. The fastest train covers the 56 miles (91 km) distance in 1h 53m.
Distance 56 miles (91 km) |
Average train duration 2h 4m |
Cheapest ticket price $40 (€32) |
Trains per day 16 |
Direct trains 3 |
Fastest train 1h 53m |
First train 00:05 |
Last train 23:51 |
Train companies: SBB, Swiss Railways (SBB/CFF/FFS), Südostbahn from Lucerne to Sankt Gallen trainsSBB, Swiss Railways (SBB/CFF/FFS), Südostbahn trains will get you between Lucerne and Sankt Gallen from $1 (€1). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Trains from Lucerne to Sankt Gallen
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Lucerne 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.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Lucerne to Sankt Gallen
- 6:00 AM - 9:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 7 days a week, 24 hours a day. Access via Zentralstrasse.
- Restaurant La Cucina
- Restaurant Bellini Locanda Ticinese
- Outside the main entrance.
- CHF 1
- Hotel Monopol Luzern
- Waldstätterhof Swiss Quality Hotel
- Hotel Central Luzern
- Located in the main hall
- Located in the main hall
- 420 places, covered
- Avis
- Europcar
- Hertz
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-9 for trains to Germany, Italy, and regional destinations
- Hall 2: S-Bahn platforms
- Hall 3: Boat connections
- Bus: Several lines available
- Boat: Lake Lucerne boats
- Train: SBB services to various destinations
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 7 days a week, 24 hours a day. Access via Bahnhofstrasse.
- Restaurant Lagerhaus
- Restaurant Marktplatz
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
- CHF 1
- Hotel Walhalla
- Hotel Metropol
- Hotel Dom
- Located in the main hall
- 100 places, covered
- Avis
- Europcar
- Hertz
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-3 for long-distance trains
- Hall 2: regional train platforms
- Hall 3: bus and trolleybus connections
- Bus: Several lines available
- Trolleybus: Lines 1, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10
- Train: S-Bahn services
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