The cheapest and fastest trains from Sankt Gallen to Geneva
Cheapest price
$92
Average price
$108
Fastest journey
4 h 18 m
Average duration
4 h 25 m
Trains per day
4
Distance
281 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Sankt Gallen to Geneva 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 Geneva will cost around $108 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $92.
Of the 4 trains that leave Sankt Gallen for Geneva on Thu, Mar 05, 4 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Thu, Mar 05 the direct trains cover the 281 km distance in an average of 4 h 25 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 4 h 18 m .
On Thu, Mar 05 the slowest trains will take 4 h 42 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.








Travel Information
Compare bus, train, and flight for Sankt Gallen to Geneva
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Sankt Gallen to Geneva among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $37. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 53m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $37, and a flight costs an average of $187.
Distance: 174 miles (281 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus | Flight |
|---|---|---|
$105 Average price | $40 Average price Cheapest | $420 Average price |
4h 36m Average total duration 4h 6m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 57m Average total duration 4h 27m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 53m Average total duration Fastest 53m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Sankt Gallen to Geneva train times
The table below shows live departures for Sankt Gallen to Geneva trains for today, Wednesday, March 4. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 8:47 AM Sankt Gallen | 4h42 | 1:29 PM Geneva | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Thursday, March 5 | |||||
![]() | 7:07 AM Sankt Gallen | 4h18 | 11:25 AM Geneva | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Sankt Gallen to Geneva
Trains from Sankt Gallen to Geneva run on average 19 times per day, taking around 4h 6m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $80 (€64) but you can travel from only $37 (€30) by bus.
There are 2 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:03, the last at 23:56. The fastest train covers the 174 miles (281 km) distance in 3h 57m.
Distance 174 miles (281 km) |
Average train duration 4h 6m |
Cheapest ticket price $80 (€64) |
Trains per day 19 |
Direct trains 2 |
Fastest train 3h 57m |
First train 00:03 |
Last train 23:56 |
Train companies: SBB, Swiss Railways (SBB/CFF/FFS) from Sankt Gallen to Geneva trainsSBB, Swiss Railways (SBB/CFF/FFS) trains will get you between Sankt Gallen and Geneva from $37 (€30). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Trains from Sankt Gallen to Geneva
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Sankt Gallen to Geneva 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 Geneva, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Sankt Gallen to Geneva
- 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
- 6:30 AM - 8:30 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 7 days a week, 24 hours a day. Access via Rue de Montbrillant.
- Le Bistrot de Charlotte
- Les Brasseurs
- La Matze Restaurant
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
- CHF 2
- Warwick Geneva
- Hotel Cornavin
- ibis Styles Genève Gare
- Cost CHF 10
- Located in the main hall
- Located in the main hall
- 532 places
- Avis
- Europcar
- Hertz
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-8 for trains to France, Italy, and regional destinations
- Hall 2: tram and bus connections
- Tram: Line 14, Line 15
- Bus: Several lines available
- Train: Regional and international connections
- 6:00 AM - 11:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 7 days a week, 24 hours. Access via Route de l'Aéroport.
- Le Chef Genève Aéroport
- Montreux Jazz Café
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
- CHF 2
- Hotel Novotel Suites Geneva
- ibis Geneva Airport Hotel
- Mövenpick Hotel & Casino Geneva
- Located in the main hall
- 190 places, covered
- Avis
- Europcar
- Hertz
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-2 for trains to Geneva city center and other Swiss destinations
- Train: Swiss Federal Railways (SBB) connections to Geneva city center and other destinations
- Bus: Several lines available
- Tram: Line 15
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