The cheapest and fastest trains from Sankt Gallen to Lyon
Cheapest price
$232
Average price
$262
Fastest journey
12 h 47 m
Average duration
13 h 7 m
Trains per day
2
Distance
393 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Sankt Gallen to Lyon 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 Lyon will cost around $262 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $232.
It's difficult to get from Sankt Gallen to Lyon without transferring at least once.
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Compare train, bus, and flight for Sankt Gallen to Lyon
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Sankt Gallen to Lyon among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €24. For those with little time consider booking a bus which can get you there in 7h 8m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €24, and a train costs an average of €190.
Distance: 244 miles (393 km)
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| Train | Most popular Bus | Flight |
|---|---|---|
€215 Average price | €36 Average price Cheapest | €184 Average price |
13h 27m Average total duration 12h 57m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 38m Average total duration Fastest 7h 8m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 11h 51m Average total duration 8h 51m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Sankt Gallen to Lyon
Trains from Sankt Gallen to Lyon run on average 1 times per day, taking around 12h 57m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $233 (€190) but you can travel from only $29 (€24) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 00:05, the last at 17:38. The fastest train covers the 244 miles (393 km) distance in 10h 47m.
Distance 244 miles (393 km) |
Average train duration 12h 57m |
Cheapest ticket price $233 (€190) |
Trains per day 1 |
Fastest train 10h 47m |
First train 00:05 |
Last train 17:38 |
Train companies: Swiss Railways (SBB/CFF/FFS) from Sankt Gallen to Lyon trainsSwiss Railways (SBB/CFF/FFS) trains will get you between Sankt Gallen and Lyon from $29 (€24). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
Swiss Railways (SBB/CFF/FFS)
FAQs: Trains from Sankt Gallen to Lyon
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Sankt Gallen to Lyon 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 Lyon, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Sankt Gallen to Lyon
- 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 - Wed: 05:00 - 20:45
- Thu - Sat: 05:00 - 21:45
- Sun: 06:45 - 21:45
- Free unlimited WiFi.
- Luggage lockers are available daily from 06:15 to 23:15. They are located near the station's reception desk.
- Alto Café
- Paul
- Paul The Café
- Starbucks
- Exki
- Sushi Shop
- Carrefour
- Complimentary personalized care is available.
- Radisson Blu Hotel Lyon
- Mercure Lyon Center
- ibis Styles Lyon Center
- Mon - Wed: 05:00 - 20:45
- Thu - Sat: 05:00 - 21:45
- Sun: 06:45 - 21:45
- Located in the station's main hall.
- Metro lines: A, B, C, D
- Tram lines: T4, K240, T3, K100
- Bus lines: 2960, C2, C3, C6, C9
- Train lines: TGV, TGV Lyria, TGV INOUI, OUIGO, TER, Intercités, Eurostar, AVE
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