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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Sankt Gallen to Zurich
Cheapest price
$29
Average price
$34
Fastest journey
1 h
Average duration
1 h 1 m
Trains per day
16
Distance
62 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Sankt Gallen to Zurich 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 Zurich will cost around $34 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $29.
Of the 16 trains that leave Sankt Gallen for Zurich on Fri, Feb 27, 7 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Fri, Feb 27 the direct trains cover the 62 km distance in an average of 1 h 1 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h .
On Fri, Feb 27 the slowest trains will take 1 h 1 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 1 712 | 712IR 13 3260 | 3260IC 1 714 | 714IC 5 516 | 516IC 1 712 | 712IC 5 516 | 516IC 5 1514 | 1514IC 5 516 | 516 · S 8 18837 | 18837IC 5 516 | 516 · S 7 18737 | 18737 · S 8 18837 | 18837IC 5 1514 | 1514 · S 7 18735 | 18735 · S 8 18835 | 18835
Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Sankt Gallen to Zurich
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Sankt Gallen to Zurich 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 7m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.1kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $6, and a train costs an average of $17.
Distance: 38 miles (62 km)
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$29 Average price | $12 Average price Cheapest |
1h 37m Average total duration Fastest 1h 7m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 37m Average total duration 1h 7m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions |
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Live departures
Sankt Gallen to Zurich train times
The table below shows live departures for Sankt Gallen to Zurich trains for today, Thursday, February 26. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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| IC 1 712 | 712 | 7:07 AM St. Gallen | 1h15 | 8:22 AM Zurich HB | 0 transfersDirect | |
| IC 1 712 | 712 | 7:07 AM St. Gallen | 1h07 | 8:14 AM Zürich Oerlikon | 0 transfersDirect | |
| S 21 2076 | 2076 · IC 5 1514 | 1514 | 7:16 AM St. Gallen Güterbahnhof | 1h12 | 8:28 AM Zurich HB | 1 transfer | |
| IC 5 1514 | 1514 | 7:28 AM St. Gallen | 1h00 | 8:28 AM Zurich HB | 0 transfersDirect | |
| IC 5 1514 | 1514 · S 7 18735 | 18735 · S 8 18835 | 18835 | 7:28 AM St. Gallen | 1h01 | 8:29 AM Zürich Oerlikon | 2 transfers | |
| IC 5 1514 | 1514 · S 8 18835 | 18835 | 7:28 AM St. Gallen | 1h01 | 8:29 AM Zürich Oerlikon | 1 transfer | |
| IR 13 3260 | 3260 | 7:37 AM St. Gallen | 1h15 | 8:52 AM Zurich HB | 0 transfersDirect | |
| IR 13 3260 | 3260 | 7:37 AM St. Gallen | 1h07 | 8:44 AM Zürich Oerlikon | 0 transfersDirect | |
| S 21 2080 | 2080 · IC 5 516 | 516 | 7:46 AM St. Gallen Güterbahnhof | 1h12 | 8:58 AM Zurich HB | 1 transfer | |
| IC 5 516 | 516 · S 8 18837 | 18837 | 7:58 AM St. Gallen | 1h01 | 8:59 AM Zürich Oerlikon | 1 transfer | |
| IC 5 516 | 516 | 7:58 AM St. Gallen | 1h00 | 8:58 AM Zurich HB | 0 transfersDirect | |
| IC 5 516 | 516 · S 7 18737 | 18737 · S 8 18837 | 18837 | 7:58 AM St. Gallen | 1h01 | 8:59 AM Zürich Oerlikon | 2 transfers | |
| IC 1 714 | 714 | 8:07 AM St. Gallen | 1h15 | 9:22 AM Zurich HB | 0 transfersDirect | |
| S 21 2086 | 2086 · EC 198 | 198 | 8:17 AM St. Gallen Güterbahnhof | 1h11 | 9:28 AM Zurich HB | 1 transfer | |
| S 21 2090 | 2090 · IC 5 518 | 518 | 8:47 AM St. Gallen Güterbahnhof | 1h11 | 9:58 AM Zurich HB | 1 transfer | |
| S 21 2096 | 2096 · IC 5 1518 | 1518 | 9:17 AM St. Gallen Güterbahnhof | 1h11 | 10:28 AM Zurich HB | 1 transfer | |
| Friday, February 27 | |||||
| 4:07 AM Sankt Gallen | 1h07 | 5:14 AM Zurich | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Sankt Gallen to Zurich
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Trains from Sankt Gallen to Zurich run on average 23 times per day, taking around 1h 7m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $17 (€13) but you can travel from only $6 (€5) by bus.
There are 12 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:05, the last at 23:57. The fastest train covers the 38 miles (62 km) distance in 59m.
Distance 38 miles (62 km) |
Average train duration 1h 7m |
Cheapest ticket price $17 (€13) |
Trains per day 23 |
Direct trains 12 |
Fastest train 59m |
First train 00:05 |
Last train 23:57 |
Train companies: SBB, Thurbo, Swiss Railways (SBB/CFF/FFS) from Sankt Gallen to Zurich trainsSBB, Thurbo, Swiss Railways (SBB/CFF/FFS) trains will get you between Sankt Gallen and Zurich 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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FAQs: Trains from Sankt Gallen to Zurich
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Sankt Gallen to Zurich 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, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Sankt Gallen to Zurich
Wifi
Lockers
Parking
Dining
ATM
Taxis
Accessibility
WC
Hotel
Lost and Found Office
Ticket Office
Bike Parking
Bike Rental
Car Rental
Information Desk
Luggage Carts
- 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
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Shower
LoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar RentalInformation DeskLuggage Carts- 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
WifiLockersParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar RentalInformation DeskLuggage Carts- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 7 days a week, with access from Andreasstrasse and Franklinstrasse.
- Negishi Sushi Bar
- Le Muh
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
- CHF 2
- Courtyard Zurich North
- Swissotel Zurich
- Hotel Sternen Oerlikon
- Located in the main hall
- 72 places, 60 places
- Avis
- Europcar
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-4 for S-Bahn trains
- Hall 2: platform 5-8 for regional and long-distance trains
- Tram: Line 10, Line 11
- Bus: Several lines available
- S-Bahn: Lines S2, S6, S7, S8, S9, S14, S16, S19, S24
WifiLockersParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar RentalInformation DeskLuggage Carts- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 7 days a week. Access is available from Mühlebachstrasse.
- Outback Lodge
- Tibits
- Outside the main entrance.
- Ramps, restrooms.
- CHF 2
- Hotel Opera Zurich
- Small Luxury Hotel Ambassador Zurich
- Hotel Seehof
- Located in the main hall
- 1000 places, covered
- Europcar
- Hertz
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-3 for S-Bahn trains
- Hall 2: platform 4 for regional trains
- Tram: Line 11, Line 15
- Bus: Several lines available
- S-Bahn: Lines S3, S5, S6, S7, S9, S12, S16
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