The cheapest and fastest trains from St. Gallen to Zurich HB
Cheapest price
$35
Average price
$40
Fastest journey
1 h
Average duration
1 h 14 m
Trains per day
5
Distance
63 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from St. Gallen to Zurich HB is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from St. Gallen to Zurich HB will cost around $40 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $35.
Of the 5 trains that leave St. Gallen for Zurich HB on Sat, Mar 21, 4 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sat, Mar 21 the direct trains cover the 63 km distance in an average of 1 h 14 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h .
On Sat, Mar 21 the slowest trains will take 1 h 25 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.
IC 10714 | 10714
IC 5 516 | 516
IC 10712 | 10712
IR 13 3260 | 3260
S 1 11126 | 11126 · S 35 8134 | 8134 · S 12 19234 | 19234
IC 5 516 | 516
IC 10714 | 10714
IC 10712 | 10712
IR 13 3260 | 3260
S 1 11126 | 11126 · S 35 8134 | 8134 · S 12 19234 | 19234Travel Information
Compare train and bus for St. Gallen to Zurich HB
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from St. Gallen to Zurich HB among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $6. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 8m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $6, and a train costs an average of $24.
Distance: 39 miles (63 km)
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$30 Average price | $12 Average price Cheapest |
1h 38m Average total duration Fastest 1h 8m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 40m Average total duration 1h 10m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
St. Gallen to Zurich HB train times
The table below shows live departures for St. Gallen to Zurich HB trains for tomorrow, Friday, March 20. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
IC 10712 | 10712 | 7:07 AM St. Gallen | 1h15 | 8:22 AM Zurich HB | 0 transfersDirect | |
S 1 11126 | 11126 · S 35 8134 | 8134 · S 12 19234 | 19234 | 7:17 AM St. Gallen | 1h25 | 8:42 AM Zurich HB | 2 transfers | |
IR 13 3260 | 3260 | 7:37 AM St. Gallen | 1h15 | 8:52 AM Zurich HB | 0 transfersDirect | |
IC 5 516 | 516 | 7:58 AM St. Gallen | 1h00 | 8:58 AM Zurich HB | 0 transfersDirect | |
IC 10714 | 10714 | 8:07 AM St. Gallen | 1h15 | 9:22 AM Zurich HB | 0 transfersDirect |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from St. Gallen to Zurich HB
Trains from St. Gallen to Zurich HB run on average 9 times per day, taking around 1h 8m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $24 (€19) but you can travel from only $6 (€5) by bus.
There are 8 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 05:07, the last at 23:05. The fastest train covers the 39 miles (63 km) distance in 59m.
Distance 39 miles (63 km) |
Average train duration 1h 8m |
Cheapest ticket price $24 (€19) |
Trains per day 9 |
Direct trains 8 |
Fastest train 59m |
First train 05:07 |
Last train 23:05 |
Train companies: SBB, Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS), Thurbo from St. Gallen to Zurich HB trainsSBB, Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS), Thurbo trains will get you between St. Gallen and Zurich HB from $6 (€5). 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
FAQs: Trains from St. Gallen to Zurich HB
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from St. Gallen to Zurich HB 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 Zurich HB, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from St. Gallen to Zurich HB
- 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
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 24/7. Access via Gessnerallee and Sihlquai.
- Restaurant Au Premier
- Brasserie Federal
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
- CHF 2
- Hotel Schweizerhof Zürich
- Hotel St. Gotthard
- Central Plaza Hotel
- Cost CHF 12
- Located in the main hall
- Located in the main hall
- 1,300 places, mostly covered
- Avis
- Europcar
- Hertz
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platforms 3-18 for long-distance trains
- Hall 2: S-Bahn platforms 21-24
- Hall 3: underground S-Bahn platforms 41-44
- Tram: Lines 3, 4, 6, 7, 10, 13, 14
- Bus: Several lines available
- S-Bahn: Lines S2, S3, S5, S6, S7, S8, S9, S11, S12, S15, S16, S24
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