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Textilmuseum St. Gallen
Renowned museum in St. Gallen showing textile design, fashion, and embroidery from the region's globally important industry.
Cheapest price on Sep 18
€74
Average ticket price on Sep 18
€74
Fastest journey on Sep 18
2 h 37 m
Average journey duration on Sep 18
2 h 37 m
Trains on Sep 18
3
Distance
164 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Munich to Sankt Margrethen is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Munich to Sankt Margrethen will cost around €74 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €74.
On Fri, Sep 18, we found 3 trains from Munich to Sankt Margrethen, including 3 direct services.
On Fri, Sep 18 the direct trains cover the 164 km distance in an average of 2 h 37 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 37 m .
On Fri, Sep 18 the slowest trains will take 2 h 38 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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EC 194Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Munich to Sankt Margrethen among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of €18 For those with little time, consider booking a bus, which has an average total journey time of 3h 15m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.0 - 0.1kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €18, while a train costs an average of €65.
Distance: 101 miles (164 km)
Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
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€65 Average price | €18 Average price Cheapest | €37 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
3h 20m Average total duration 2h 50m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 15m Average total duration Fastest 2h 45m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 31m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.2 - 0.4kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
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Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from Munich to Sankt Margrethen:
A bus is €47 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Munich to Sankt Margrethen costing on average €65.
Other travel options to Sankt Margrethen take longer:
Train takes on average 2h 50m.
Tickets start at around €65 compared to roughly €37 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about €-28.53. The journey takes 2h 50m versus 2h 31m 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.
The table below shows live departures for Munich to Sankt Margrethen trains for today, Thursday, September 17. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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![]() | 9:45 AM Munich | 3h49 | 1:34 PM Sankt Margrethen | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 9:48 AM Munich | 2h21 | 12:09 PM Sankt Margrethen | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Trains from Munich to Sankt Margrethen run on average 10 times per day, taking around 2h 50m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €30 but you can travel from only €14 by bus.
There are 5 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:01, the last at 23:37. The fastest train covers the 101 miles (164 km) distance in 2h 15m.
Distance 101 miles (164 km) |
Average train duration 2h 50m |
Cheapest ticket price €30 |
Trains per day 10 |
Direct trains 5 |
Fastest train 2h 15m |
First train 12:01 AM |
Last train 11:37 PM |
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Discover the best of Sankt Margrethen — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Sankt Margrethen trip today.
Renowned museum in St. Gallen showing textile design, fashion, and embroidery from the region's globally important industry.
Museum within the Abbey Library district, celebrated for manuscripts and scholarly treasures in a world-class historic setting.
Contemporary art museum in Bregenz, famous for striking architecture and major exhibitions close to Sankt Margrethen.
Nearby nature reserve on the Rhine delta, famous for birdlife, wetlands, and scenic walking routes at the meeting of river and lake.
Historic core of the municipality with churches, civic spaces, and a compact street layout that reveals the town's traditional character.
Pleasant riverfront walking zone along the Rhine, popular for fresh air, cross-border views, and flat cycling and strolling routes.
St. Galler Bratwurst is a famous veal sausage from nearby St. Gallen, traditionally eaten without mustard and central to regional food culture.
Rösti is a Swiss potato dish of crisp-fried grated potatoes, widely eaten in eastern Switzerland as a hearty side or main meal.
Älplermagronen is a mountain-style pasta with potatoes, cream, cheese and onions, often served with apple sauce in Swiss homes and inns.
Established casual restaurant in Sankt Margrethen serving Swiss and Italian favorites in a relaxed local setting.
Traditional local venue known for hearty Swiss dishes and a friendly atmosphere suited to everyday dining.
Well-known casual stop offering pizzas, pasta and grills, popular for dependable meals near the center.
Moderate for Switzerland. Dining and hotels cost more than nearby Austria, but local transit is efficient and everyday costs are lower than in Zurich or Geneva.
Service is usually included. Round up or leave 5-10% for great service. Small tips are common in cafes and taxis, but not required.
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St. Margrethen Bahnhof -> St. Margrethen Bahnhof
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Munich to Sankt Margrethen 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 Margrethen, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Munich to Sankt Margrethen trains use the München Hbf to St. Margrethen station pair. Use this guide to compare Munich and Sankt Margrethen train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
München Hbf is 1 km from Munich city centre. Public transport options include:
München Hbf has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food options include: Cantina Estación Mediterrano, Rischart Bakery, Ditsch Pretzels, backWERK, Cafe-Shop, Le Crobag, Yorma's, Coffee Fellows, Dunkin Donuts, McDonald's, & many more
Free Wi-Fi for 30 minutes. . ATMs are available at München Hbf.
Ticket office support is available at München Hbf. Information desks are there is an information desk located on the main concourse near the food court.
Luggage storage is the station has luggage lockers. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at München Hbf: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at München Hbf: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at München Hbf: Accessibility equipment, elevators, & mobility service. Contact the Mobility Service Centre at +49 3065212888 or [email protected].
Nearby hotels include a&o München Hauptbahnhof, IntercityHotel München, Sofitel Munich Bayerpost.
St. Margrethen has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Restaurant Bahnhof, Gasthaus zur Alten Post
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at St. Margrethen. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at St. Margrethen. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at St. Margrethen: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at St. Margrethen: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at St. Margrethen: Ramps.
Nearby hotels include Ibis Styles St. Margrethen, Best Western Hotel Rebstock, Bodenseehotel.
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