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Compare train and bus for Sankt Margrethen to Winterthur
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Sankt Margrethen to Winterthur among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $10. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 7m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $10, and a train costs an average of $23.
Distance: 42 miles (69 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$23 Average price | $10 Average price Cheapest | $19 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
1h 37m Average total duration Fastest 1h 7m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 40m Average total duration 1h 10m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 0m 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 Margrethen to Winterthur:
A bus is $13 (€11) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Sankt Margrethen to Winterthur costing on average $23 (€19).
Other travel options to Winterthur take longer:
Bus takes on average 1h 10m.
Tickets start at around $23 (€19) compared to roughly $19 (€15) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $-4.35 (€-3.59). The journey takes 1h 7m versus 1h 0m 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.
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Sankt Margrethen to Winterthur
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Trains from Sankt Margrethen to Winterthur run on average 20 times per day, taking around 1h 7m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $23 (€19) but you can travel from only $10 (€8) by bus.
There are 3 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:14, the last at 23:38. The fastest train covers the 42 miles (69 km) distance in 1h 28m.
Distance 42 miles (69 km) |
Average train duration 1h 7m |
Cheapest ticket price $23 (€19) |
Trains per day 20 |
Direct trains 3 |
Fastest train 1h 28m |
First train 12:14 AM |
Last train 11:38 PM |
Cheapest Month May |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Fri |
Least Busy Day Fri |
Best time to book 28 days |
Train companies: SBB, Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS), Thurbo, Südostbahn from Sankt Margrethen to Winterthur trainsSBB, Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS), Thurbo, Südostbahn trains will get you between Sankt Margrethen and Winterthur from $10 (€8). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS)
Thurbo
Südostbahn
FAQs: Trains from Sankt Margrethen to Winterthur
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Sankt Margrethen to Winterthur 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 Winterthur, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Sankt Margrethen to Winterthur
Most Sankt Margrethen to Winterthur trains use the St. Margrethen to Winterthur station pair, with some services arriving at Winterthur Hegi. Use this guide to compare Sankt Margrethen and Winterthur train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Sankt Margrethen station do trains to Winterthur leave from?
Getting to St. Margrethen from Sankt Margrethen city centre
St. Margrethen train station facilities and services
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 and drink
Food options include: Restaurant Bahnhof, Gasthaus zur Alten Post
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at St. Margrethen. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at St. Margrethen. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at St. Margrethen: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at St. Margrethen: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at St. Margrethen: Ramps.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Ibis Styles St. Margrethen, Best Western Hotel Rebstock, Bodenseehotel.
Which Winterthur station do trains from Sankt Margrethen arrive at?
Getting to Winterthur from Winterthur city centre
Winterthur train station facilities and services
Winterthur has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Car Rental, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food and drink
Food options include: Fu Ji Restaurant, Restaurant Strauss
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Winterthur. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Winterthur. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Winterthur: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Winterthur: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Winterthur: Elevators, ramps.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Hotel Banana City, Park Hotel Winterthur, Sorell Hotel Krone.
Getting to Winterthur Hegi from Winterthur city centre
Winterthur Hegi is 3 km from Winterthur city centre. Public transport options include:
Winterthur Hegi train station facilities and services
Winterthur Hegi has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, and Bike Parking.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Winterthur Hegi.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
ATMs are available at Winterthur Hegi.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Winterthur Hegi: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Winterthur Hegi: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Winterthur Hegi.
Getting to Oberwinterthur from Winterthur city centre
Oberwinterthur is 2 km from Winterthur city centre. Public transport options include:
Oberwinterthur train station facilities and services
Oberwinterthur has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, and Bike Parking.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Oberwinterthur.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
ATMs are available at Oberwinterthur.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Oberwinterthur: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Oberwinterthur: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Oberwinterthur.
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