The cheapest and fastest trains from Sankt Gallen to Vienna
Cheapest price
$169
Average price
$226
Fastest journey
7 h
Average duration
7 h 1 m
Trains per day
15
Distance
530 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Sankt Gallen to Vienna 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 Vienna will cost around $226 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $169.
It's difficult to get from Sankt Gallen to Vienna without transferring at least once.
IR 2207+
EC 163+
RJX 767+
IC 649
IR 2207+
EC 163+
RJX 767+
RJ 113
IR 2207+
EC 163+
RJX 767+
IC 649
IR 2207+
EC 163+
RJX 767
EC 97 · RJX 65
EC 97 · RJX 65
EC 191 · RJX 69
EC 99 · RJX 67
EC 97+
RJX 65
IR 3257+
EC 97+
RJX 65Sankt Gallen - ViennaCompare Deutsche Bahn, ÖBB, ÖBB Nightjet, ÖBB | Euro City (EC), ÖBB | Railjet

Not included by default.
You can add a seat reservation when booking (recommended for busy routes).
Costs around €4.90 per seat (or €5.90 if booked separately later).
First Class:
Yes, always included in the ticket price.




Travel Information
Compare bus, train, and flight for Sankt Gallen to Vienna
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Sankt Gallen to Vienna among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €31. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 3h 30m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.2 - 0.5kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €31, and a flight costs an average of €94.
Distance: 329 miles (530 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus | Flight |
|---|---|---|
€100 Average price | €49 Average price Cheapest | €151 Average price |
8h 27m Average total duration 7h 57m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 10h 26m Average total duration 9h 56m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 30m Average total duration Fastest 3h 30m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.2 - 0.5kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.5 - 1.3kg CO2 emissions | 1.6 - 3.2kg 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.
Live departures
Sankt Gallen to Vienna train times
The table below shows live departures for Sankt Gallen to Vienna trains for today, Monday, December 22. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 6:32 PM Sankt Gallen | 10h45 | 5:17 AM Vienna | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Tuesday, December 23 | |||||
IR 3257+ EC 97+ RJX 65+ IC 647 | 7:25 AM St. Gallen | 7h38 | 3:03 PM Vienna Hbf | 3 transfers | |
IR 3257+ EC 97+ RJX 65 · RJX 865 | 7:25 AM St. Gallen | 7h32 | 2:57 PM Vienna Airport | 3 transfers | |
IR 3257+ EC 97+ RJX 65+ IC 647 | 7:25 AM St. Gallen | 8h02 | 3:27 PM Vienna Airport | 3 transfers | |
IR 3257+ EC 97+ RJX 65 | On time 7:25 AM St. Gallen | 7h07 | 2:32 PM Vienna Hbf | 2 transfers | |
EC 97+ RJX 65 | On time 7:32 AM St. Gallen | 7h00 | 2:32 PM Vienna Hbf | 1 transfer | |
EC 97+ RJX 65+ IC 647 | On time 7:32 AM St. Gallen | 7h55 | 3:27 PM Vienna Airport | 2 transfers | |
EC 97+ RJX 65 · RJX 865 | On time 7:32 AM St. Gallen | 7h25 | 2:57 PM Vienna Airport | 2 transfers | |
EC 97 · RJX 65 | On time 7:32 AM St. Gallen | 7h00 | 2:32 PM Vienna Hbf | 1 transfer | |
EC 97+ RJX 65+ IC 647 | On time 7:32 AM St. Gallen | 7h31 | 3:03 PM Vienna Hbf | 2 transfers | |
IR 2207+ EC 163+ RJX 767+ IC 649 | 7:55 AM St. Gallen | 8h32 | 4:27 PM Vienna Airport | 3 transfers | |
IR 2207+ EC 163+ RJX 767+ RJ 113 | 7:55 AM St. Gallen | 8h02 | 3:57 PM Vienna Airport | 3 transfers | |
IR 2207+ EC 163+ RJX 767+ IC 649 | 7:55 AM St. Gallen | 8h08 | 4:03 PM Vienna Hbf | 3 transfers | |
IR 2207+ EC 163+ RJX 767 | 7:55 AM St. Gallen | 7h37 | 3:32 PM Vienna Hbf | 2 transfers | |
EC 99 · RJX 67 | On time 9:32 AM St. Gallen | 7h00 | 4:32 PM Vienna Hbf | 1 transfer | |
EC 191 · RJX 69 | On time 11:32 AM St. Gallen | 7h00 | 6:32 PM Vienna Hbf | 1 transfer | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Sankt Gallen to Vienna
Trains from Sankt Gallen to Vienna run on average 15 times per day, taking around 7h 57m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $44 (€35) but you can travel from only $39 (€31) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 00:01, the last at 23:49. The fastest train covers the 329 miles (530 km) distance in 7h 0m.
Distance 329 miles (530 km) |
Average train duration 7h 57m |
Cheapest ticket price $44 (€35) |
Trains per day 15 |
Fastest train 7h 0m |
First train 00:01 |
Last train 23:49 |
Train companies: Deutsche Bahn, ÖBB, ÖBB Nightjet, ÖBB | Euro City (EC), ÖBB | InterCity, ÖBB | Railjet from Sankt Gallen to Vienna trainsDeutsche Bahn, ÖBB, ÖBB Nightjet, ÖBB | Euro City (EC), ÖBB | InterCity, ÖBB | Railjet trains will get you between Sankt Gallen and Vienna from $39 (€31). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
Deutsche Bahn
A Bordrestaurant (restaurant car) where you can sit and eat.
A Bordbistro (bistro bar) with snacks, hot meals, and drinks to-go.
At-seat service in 1st class: staff will take your order and serve food/drinks directly to your seat.
Regional trains (RE / RB / S-Bahn):
No onboard catering.
You’re welcome to bring your own food and drinks.
Not included by default.
You can add a seat reservation when booking (recommended for busy routes).
Costs around €4.90 per seat (or €5.90 if booked separately later).
First Class:
Yes, always included in the ticket price.
Allowed for free if they can fit in a transport box (max. size: hand luggage).
Must stay in the box for the entire journey.
Large dogs:
Require a separate (paid) ticket — typically half the price of a regular second-class ticket.
Must be leashed and wear a muzzle while on the train.
Cannot sit on seats.
Assistance dogs:
Travel free of charge.
Do not need a muzzle or leash if medically not required.
Allowed to accompany the passenger at all times.
ÖBB
ÖBB Nightjet
ÖBB | Euro City (EC)
ÖBB | InterCity
ÖBB | Railjet
FAQs: Trains from Sankt Gallen to Vienna
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Sankt Gallen to Vienna 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 Vienna, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Sankt Gallen to Vienna
- 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
- Mon - Fri: 09:00 - 21:00
- Sat: 09:00 - 18:00
- Free Wi-Fi in the station.
- Luggage lockers are located on Level UG1 by the restrooms. They are self-service and available 24/7.
- Burger King
- L’Osteria
- Akakiko
- McDonald’s
- Oberlaa
- Nordsee
- Som Kitchen
- Starbucks
- Admiral Sports Bar
- Asia Gourmet
- & many more
- Wheelchair facilities in elevators, barrier-free toilets, inductive sound system. For mobility assistance, call +43 517175.
- Star Inn Hotel
- Quartier Belvedere
- AZIMUT Hotel Vienna
- Information desks are located at each end of the main level.
- 24 hours Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 24/7. Access is available via the A4 motorway.
- Café Restaurant Johann Strauss
- Zugvogel
- Outside the main terminal.
- Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
- €1
- NH Vienna Airport Conference Center
- Moxy Vienna Airport
- LifeHotel Vienna Airport
- Cost €6
- Located in the main terminal
- Located in the main terminal
- Green Motion
- Avis
- Europcar
- Located in the main terminal
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-4 for long-distance and regional trains
- Hall 2: S-Bahn platforms
- Hall 3: CAT connections
- S-Bahn: Line S7
- Bus: Several lines available
- CAT (City Airport Train) to Vienna city center
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 7 days a week from 5:00 a.m. to 1:00 a.m. Departures can be made outside of opening hours. You can access the car park at Felberstraße 1.
- Restaurant Westpol
- Vapiano Wien Westbahnhof
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps.
- €1
- Hotel Mercure Wien Westbahnhof
- Fleming's Hotel Wien-Stadthalle
- Motel One Wien-Westbahnhof
- Located in the main hall
- Located in the main hall
- Avis
- Europcar
- Hertz
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-4 for long-distance trains
- Hall 2: platform 5-10 for regional and suburban trains
- Hall 3: access to metro and tram connections
- Metro: Line U3, Line U6
- Tram: Line 5, Line 6, Line 9, Line 18, Line 52, Line 60
- Bus: Several lines available
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