The cheapest and fastest trains from Zurich Airport to Sankt Gallen
Cheapest price
$28
Average price
$37
Fastest journey
49 m
Average duration
53 m
Trains per day
15
Distance
61 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Zurich Airport to Sankt Gallen is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Zurich Airport to Sankt Gallen will cost around $37 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $28.
Of the 15 trains that leave Zurich Airport for Sankt Gallen on Mon, Mar 23, 5 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Mon, Mar 23 the direct trains cover the 61 km distance in an average of 53 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 49 m .
On Mon, Mar 23 the slowest trains will take 1 h 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 1 707 | 707
IC 5 511 | 511 · S 21 2099 | 2099
IC 5 511 | 511
IC 5 509 | 509
IC 5 1511 | 1511
IC 5 511 | 511
IC 5 509 | 509
IC 5 1511 | 1511
IR 13 3259 | 3259
IC 5 1511 | 1511 · B 6 | 6149Live departures
Zurich Airport to Sankt Gallen train times
The table below shows live departures for Zurich Airport to Sankt Gallen trains for tomorrow, Sunday, March 22. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
IC 5 509 | 509 · B 6 | 6131 | 7:13 AM Zurich Airport | 1h00 | 8:13 AM St. Gallen, Mühlegg | 1 transfer | |
IC 5 509 | 509 · S 21 2089 | 2089 | 7:13 AM Zurich Airport | 1h10 | 8:23 AM St. Gallen Güterbahnhof | 1 transfer | |
IC 5 509 | 509 | 7:13 AM Zurich Airport | 0h49 | 8:02 AM St. Gallen | 0 transfersDirect | |
IR 13 3259 | 3259 | 7:23 AM Zurich Airport | 0h59 | 8:22 AM St. Gallen | 0 transfersDirect | |
IR 13 3259 | 3259 · B 180 18015 | 18015 · S 21 2090 | 2090 | 7:23 AM Zurich Airport | 1h24 | 8:47 AM St. Gallen Güterbahnhof | 2 transfers | |
IR 13 3259 | 3259 · B 11 | 11028 | 7:23 AM Zurich Airport | 1h09 | 8:32 AM Sankt Gallen | 1 transfer | |
IC 5 1511 | 1511 · B 6 | 6149 | 7:43 AM Zurich Airport | 1h00 | 8:43 AM St. Gallen, Mühlegg | 1 transfer | |
IC 5 1511 | 1511 · S 21 2095 | 2095 | 7:43 AM Zurich Airport | 1h10 | 8:53 AM St. Gallen Güterbahnhof | 1 transfer | |
IC 5 1511 | 1511 | 7:43 AM Zurich Airport | 0h49 | 8:32 AM St. Gallen | 0 transfersDirect | |
IC 1 707 | 707 · B 11 | 11034 | 7:51 AM Zurich Airport | 1h11 | 9:02 AM Sankt Gallen | 1 transfer | |
IC 1 707 | 707 | 7:51 AM Zurich Airport | 1h01 | 8:52 AM St. Gallen | 0 transfersDirect | |
IC 5 511 | 511 · B 6 | 6165 | 8:13 AM Zurich Airport | 1h00 | 9:13 AM St. Gallen, Mühlegg | 1 transfer | |
IC 5 511 | 511 · S 21 2099 | 2099 | 8:13 AM Zurich Airport | 1h10 | 9:23 AM St. Gallen Güterbahnhof | 1 transfer | |
IC 5 511 | 511 | 8:13 AM Zurich Airport | 0h49 | 9:02 AM St. Gallen | 0 transfersDirect | |
IR 13 3261 | 3261 · B 180 18017 | 18017 · S 21 2100 | 2100 | 8:23 AM Zurich Airport | 1h24 | 9:47 AM St. Gallen Güterbahnhof | 2 transfers | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Zurich Airport to Sankt Gallen
Trains from Zurich Airport to Sankt Gallen run on average 26 times per day, taking around 1h 2m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $21 (€17) if you book in advance.
There are 11 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 07:13, the last at 21:53. The fastest train covers the 37 miles (61 km) distance in 49m.
Distance 37 miles (61 km) |
Average train duration 1h 2m |
Cheapest ticket price $21 (€17) |
Trains per day 26 |
Direct trains 11 |
Fastest train 49m |
First train 07:13 |
Last train 21:53 |
Train companies: SBB, Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS) from Zurich Airport to Sankt Gallen trainsSBB, Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS) trains will get you between Zurich Airport and Sankt Gallen from $21 (€17). 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 Zurich Airport to Sankt Gallen
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Zurich Airport to Sankt Gallen 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 Sankt Gallen, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Zurich Airport to Sankt Gallen
- 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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