The cheapest and fastest trains from Sankt Gallen to Nijmegen
Cheapest price
$226
Average price
$226
Fastest journey
8 h 15 m
Average duration
8 h 15 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
553 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Sankt Gallen to Nijmegen 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 Nijmegen will cost around $226 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $226.
Of the 1 trains that leave Sankt Gallen for Nijmegen on Fri, May 08, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Fri, May 08 the direct trains cover the 553 km distance in an average of 8 h 15 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 8 h 15 m .
On Fri, May 08 the slowest trains will take 8 h 15 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.
7:32 AM8h15Sankt Gallen3:47 PMNijmegen$2261One-way0 transfers
7:32 AM8h15Sankt Gallen3:47 PMNijmegen$2261One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train, bus, and flight for Sankt Gallen to Nijmegen
Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Sankt Gallen to Nijmegen among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $76. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 5h 15m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $76, and a flight costs an average of $163.
Distance: 343 miles (553 km)
Compare train with
| Train | Most popular Flight | Bus |
|---|---|---|
$176 Average price | $178 Average price | $87 Average price Cheapest |
9h 33m Average total duration 9h 3m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 8h 15m Average total duration Fastest 5h 15m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 22h 48m Average total duration 22h 18m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Sankt Gallen to Nijmegen:
A bus is $89 (€71) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Sankt Gallen to Nijmegen costing on average $176 (€141).
A bus is $90 (€72) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Sankt Gallen to Nijmegen costing on average $178 (€142).
Other travel options to Nijmegen take longer:
Train takes on average 9h 3m.
Bus takes on average 22h 18m.
Live departures
Sankt Gallen to Nijmegen train times
The table below shows live departures for Sankt Gallen to Nijmegen trains for today, Thursday, May 7. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 8:15 AM Sankt Gallen | 8h32 | 4:47 PM Nijmegen | 5 transfers | |
![]() | 9:15 AM Sankt Gallen | 9h32 | 6:47 PM Nijmegen | 5 transfers | |
![]() | 11:15 AM Sankt Gallen | 9h32 | 8:47 PM Nijmegen | 5 transfers | |
![]() | 11:15 AM Sankt Gallen | 9h32 | 8:47 PM Nijmegen | 4 transfers | |
![]() | 1:15 PM Sankt Gallen | 9h32 | 10:47 PM Nijmegen | 5 transfers |
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Compare prices and tickets Sankt Gallen to Nijmegen by train, bus, or flight
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Sankt Gallen to Nijmegen
Trains from Sankt Gallen to Nijmegen run on average 5 times per day, taking around 9h 3m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $113 (€90) but you can travel from only $76 (€60) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 06:08, the last at 21:13. The fastest train covers the 343 miles (553 km) distance in 8h 15m.
Distance 343 miles (553 km) |
Average train duration 9h 3m |
Cheapest ticket price $113 (€90) |
Trains per day 5 |
Fastest train 8h 15m |
First train 6:08 AM |
Last train 9:13 PM |
Cheapest Month Jan |
Cheapest Day Fri |
High Season Oct - Dec |
Low Season Jul - Sep |
Train companies: Thurbo, Swiss Railways (SBB/CFF/FFS) from Sankt Gallen to Nijmegen trainsThurbo, Swiss Railways (SBB/CFF/FFS) trains will get you between Sankt Gallen and Nijmegen from $76 (€60). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
Thurbo
Swiss Railways (SBB/CFF/FFS)
FAQs: Trains from Sankt Gallen to Nijmegen
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Sankt Gallen to Nijmegen 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 Nijmegen, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Sankt Gallen to Nijmegen
- 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
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 24/7. Access via Stationsplein.
- Restaurant Wally
- De Hemel
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
- €0.70
- Hotel Credible
- Hotel Oranjestaete
- Mercure Hotel Nijmegen Centre
- Located in the main hall
- 4,000 places, covered
- Avis
- Europcar
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-8 for trains to Germany, Belgium, and regional destinations
- Bus: Several lines available
- Train: Intercity and Sprinter services
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