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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Sankt Gallen to Appenzell
Cheapest price
$14
Average price
$15
Fastest journey
36 m
Average duration
36 m
Trains per day
2
Distance
11 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Sankt Gallen to Appenzell is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Sankt Gallen to Appenzell will cost around $15 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $14.
Of the 2 trains that leave Sankt Gallen for Appenzell on Sat, May 16, 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sat, May 16 the direct trains cover the 11 km distance in an average of 36 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 36 m .
On Sat, May 16 the slowest trains will take 36 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.
8:22 AM0h36Sankt Gallen8:58 AMAppenzell$141One-way0 transfers- 7:22 AM0h36Sankt Gallen7:58 AMAppenzell$161One-way0 transfers
- 8:22 AM0h36Sankt Gallen8:58 AMAppenzell$141One-way0 transfers
- 7:22 AM0h36Sankt Gallen7:58 AMAppenzell$161One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Sankt Gallen to Appenzell
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Sankt Gallen to Appenzell among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $4. For those with little time consider booking a bus which can get you there in 37m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $4, and a train costs an average of $14.
Distance: 6 miles (11 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$16 Average price | $4 Average price Cheapest | $5 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
1h 9m Average total duration 39m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 7m Average total duration Fastest 37m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 24m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Most popular train company |  Most popular bus company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Sankt Gallen to Appenzell:
A bus is $12 (€9) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Sankt Gallen to Appenzell costing on average $16 (€12).
Other travel options to Appenzell take longer:
Train takes on average 39m.
Tickets start at around $16 (€12) compared to roughly $5 (€4) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $-10.99 (€-8.84). The journey takes 39m versus 24m 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.
Live departures
Sankt Gallen to Appenzell train times
The table below shows live departures for Sankt Gallen to Appenzell trains for today, Friday, May 15. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 7:22 AM Sankt Gallen | 0h36 | 7:58 AM Appenzell | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 8:22 AM Sankt Gallen | 0h36 | 8:58 AM Appenzell | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Sankt Gallen to Appenzell
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Trains from Sankt Gallen to Appenzell run on average 17 times per day, taking around 39m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $14 (€11) but you can travel from only $4 (€3) by bus.
There are 12 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 02:42, the last at 23:49. The fastest train covers the 6 miles (11 km) distance in 36m.
Distance 6 miles (11 km) |
Average train duration 39m |
Cheapest ticket price $14 (€11) |
Trains per day 17 |
Direct trains 12 |
Fastest train 36m |
First train 2:42 AM |
Last train 11:49 PM |
Cheapest Month Oct |
Cheapest Day Sun |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Tue |
Least Busy Day Sun |
Best time to book 1 day |
Train companies: SBB, Appenzeller Bahnen, Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS), Thurbo, Südostbahn from Sankt Gallen to Appenzell trainsSBB, Appenzeller Bahnen, Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS), Thurbo, Südostbahn trains will get you between Sankt Gallen and Appenzell from $4 (€3). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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Appenzeller Bahnen
Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS)
Thurbo
Südostbahn
FAQs: Trains from Sankt Gallen to Appenzell
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Sankt Gallen to Appenzell 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 Appenzell, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Sankt Gallen to Appenzell
Wifi
Lockers
Parking
Dining
ATM
Taxis
Accessibility
WC
Hotel
Lost and Found Office
Ticket Office
Bike Parking
Bike Rental
Car Rental
Information Desk
Luggage Carts
- 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
ParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelBike ParkingBike Rental
WifiLockersParkingDiningTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingInformation DeskLuggage Carts- 6:00 AM - 8:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- Parking is available near the station with limited spaces.
- Restaurant Rank
- Gasthaus Hof
- Little Italy
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
- CHF 1
- Hotel Appenzell
- Romantik Hotel Säntis
- Hotel Hecht Appenzell
- Located in the main hall
- 100 places, covered
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platforms for trains to Gossau and Wasserauen
- Bus: Several local lines available
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