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Kunsthalle Hamburg
Major fine arts museum with works from the Middle Ages to contemporary art; one of Germany’s most important museum collections.
Cheapest price
$123
Average price
$159
Fastest journey
9 h 22 m
Average duration
9 h 37 m
Trains per day
2
Distance
685 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Sankt Gallen to Hamburg 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 Hamburg will cost around $159 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $123.
Of the 2 trains that leave Sankt Gallen for Hamburg on Sat, Jun 20, 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sat, Jun 20 the direct trains cover the 685 km distance in an average of 9 h 37 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 9 h 22 m .
On Sat, Jun 20 the slowest trains will take 9 h 52 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.




Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Sankt Gallen to Hamburg among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $60. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 50m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $60, and a train costs an average of $101.
Distance: 425 miles (685 km)
Most popular Train | Flight | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$162 Average price | $156 Average price | $91 Average price Cheapest | $96 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
9h 27m Average total duration 8h 57m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 50m Average total duration Fastest 1h 50m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 19h 35m Average total duration 19h 5m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 58m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
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This is compared to other travel options from Sankt Gallen to Hamburg:
A bus is $66 (€54) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Sankt Gallen to Hamburg costing on average $156 (€128).
A bus is $71 (€58) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Sankt Gallen to Hamburg costing on average $162 (€133).
Other travel options to Hamburg take longer:
Train takes on average 8h 57m.
Bus takes on average 19h 5m.
Tickets start at around $162 (€133) compared to roughly $96 (€79) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $-65.89 (€-53.99). The journey takes 8h 57m versus 7h 58m 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.
The table below shows live departures for Sankt Gallen to Hamburg trains for today, Friday, June 19. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
IC 522 · IR 2268 · ECE 4 | On time 11:58 AM St. Gallen | 10h16 | 10:14 PM Hamburg Hbf | 2 transfers | |
EC 191 · ICE 784 | On time 12:32 PM St. Gallen | 10h04 | 10:36 PM Hamburg Hbf | 1 transfer | |
EC 191 · 3293 · ICE 1284 · ICE 586 | On time 12:32 PM St. Gallen | 9h05 | 9:37 PM Hamburg Hbf | 3 transfers | |
IR 3268 · ICE 104 | On time 12:37 PM St. Gallen | 11h02 | 11:39 PM Hamburg Hbf | 1 transfer | |
IR 3268 · ICE 104 · ICE 574 | On time 12:37 PM St. Gallen | 10h37 | 11:14 PM Hamburg Hbf | 2 transfers |
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Compare bus, flight, and train prices over the next three weeks. See the best deals at a glance, find the lowest fares, and choose the option that fits your budget.
Trains from Sankt Gallen to Hamburg run on average 7 times per day, taking around 8h 57m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $101 (€82) but you can travel from only $60 (€49) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 00:33, the last at 23:45. The fastest train covers the 425 miles (685 km) distance in 9h 1m.
Distance 425 miles (685 km) |
Average train duration 8h 57m |
Cheapest ticket price $101 (€82) |
Trains per day 7 |
Fastest train 9h 1m |
First train 12:33 AM |
Last train 11:45 PM |
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Hamburg Hbf, Hamburg -> Hamburg City Center, Hamburg
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Sankt Gallen to Hamburg 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 Hamburg, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Sankt Gallen to Hamburg trains use the St. Gallen to Hamburg Hbf station pair, with some services arriving at Hamburg-Harburg. Use this guide to compare Sankt Gallen and Hamburg train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
St. Gallen has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Restaurant Lagerhaus, Restaurant Marktplatz
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at St. Gallen. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at St. Gallen. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at St. Gallen: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at St. Gallen: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at St. Gallen: Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Walhalla, Hotel Metropol, Hotel Dom.
St. Gallen St. Fiden is 1 km from Sankt Gallen city centre. Public transport options include:
St. Gallen St. Fiden has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, and Bike Parking.
Food and drink options are available at St. Gallen St. Fiden.
ATMs are available at St. Gallen St. Fiden.
Available at St. Gallen St. Fiden: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at St. Gallen St. Fiden: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at St. Gallen St. Fiden.
Hamburg Hbf is 2 km from Hamburg city centre. Public transport options include:
Hamburg Hbf has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food options include: Le Crobag, Burger King, Coffee Fellows, Havin Grill, KFC, Mr. CLOU, Starbucks, dean&david, SPAR Express, Pommesfreunde, & more
Free Wi-Fi in the station. ATMs are available at Hamburg Hbf.
Ticket office support is available at Hamburg Hbf. Information desks are located in the east hall on the opposite side of the DB ticket office.
Luggage storage is the station has luggage lockers. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Hamburg Hbf: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Hamburg Hbf: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Hamburg Hbf: Wheelchair friendly with lifts and ramps. Contact the Mobility Service Centre at +49 3065212888 or [email protected].
Nearby hotels include Boutique 053 Hamburg Main Station, IntercityHotel Hamburg Hauptbahnhof, Park Hyatt Hamburg.
Hamburg-Harburg is 13 km from Hamburg city centre. Public transport options include:
Hamburg-Harburg has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food options include: Café Bom Dia, Hünkar, Yoko Sushi Harburg, Mathewes Grill
Wi-Fi is available at Hamburg-Harburg. ATMs are available at Hamburg-Harburg.
Ticket office support is available at Hamburg-Harburg. Information desks are available at Hamburg-Harburg.
Luggage storage is available at Hamburg-Harburg. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Hamburg-Harburg: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Hamburg-Harburg: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Hamburg-Harburg.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Panorama, Hotel Harburger Hof, Hotel Jeta, Hotel Süderelbe.
Hamburg Airport is 6 km from Hamburg city centre. Public transport options include:
Hamburg Airport has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food options include: McDonald's, St. Pauli, Scoom, McCafé
Wi-Fi is available at Hamburg Airport. ATMs are available at Hamburg Airport.
Ticket office support is available at Hamburg Airport. Information desks are available at Hamburg Airport.
Luggage storage is available at Hamburg Airport. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Hamburg Airport: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Hamburg Airport: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Hamburg Airport.
Nearby hotels include Leonardo Inn Airport.
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