The cheapest and fastest trains from Zurich Airport to Sankt Gallen
Cheapest price
$33
Average price
$42
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 $42 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $33.
Of the 15 trains that leave Zurich Airport for Sankt Gallen on Thu, May 07, 5 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Thu, May 07 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 Thu, May 07 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 5 1511 | 15118:43 AM0h49Zurich Airport9:32 AMSt. Gallen$331One-way0 transfers
IC 1 707 | 7078:51 AM1h01Zurich Airport9:52 AMSt. Gallen$331One-way0 transfers
IC 5 509 | 509 · S 21 2089 | 20898:13 AM1h10Zurich Airport9:23 AMSt. Gallen Güterbahnhof$341One-way1 transfer
IC 5 1511 | 1511 · S 21 2095 | 20958:43 AM1h10Zurich Airport9:53 AMSt. Gallen Güterbahnhof$341One-way1 transfer
IC 5 511 | 511 · S 21 2099 | 20999:13 AM1h10Zurich Airport10:23 AMSt. Gallen Güterbahnhof$341One-way1 transfer
IC 5 1511 | 15118:43 AM0h49Zurich Airport9:32 AMSt. Gallen$331One-way0 transfers
IC 5 509 | 5098:13 AM0h49Zurich Airport9:02 AMSt. Gallen$341One-way0 transfers
IC 5 511 | 5119:13 AM0h49Zurich Airport10:02 AMSt. Gallen$341One-way0 transfers
IR 13 3259 | 32598:23 AM0h59Zurich Airport9:22 AMSt. Gallen$351One-way0 transfers
IC 5 1511 | 1511 · B 6 | 61498:43 AM1h00Zurich Airport9:43 AMSt. Gallen, Mühlegg$641One-way1 transfer
Travel Information
Compare train for Zurich Airport to Sankt Gallen
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Zurich Airport to Sankt Gallen among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from $22. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 2m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $22, and a train costs an average of $22.
Distance: 37 miles (61 km)
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|---|---|
$27 Average price Cheapest | $73 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
1h 32m Average total duration Fastest 1h 2m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 0m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
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Direct Options | Direct Options |
Other travel options to Sankt Gallen take longer:
Train takes on average 1h 2m.
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Direct services run with SBB, Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS).
Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.
Live departures
Zurich Airport to Sankt Gallen train times
The table below shows live departures for Zurich Airport to Sankt Gallen trains for tomorrow, Thursday, May 7. 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 | 8:13 AM Zurich Airport | 1h00 | 9:13 AM St. Gallen, Mühlegg | 1 transfer | |
IC 5 509 | 509 · S 21 2089 | 2089 | 8:13 AM Zurich Airport | 1h10 | 9:23 AM St. Gallen Güterbahnhof | 1 transfer | |
IC 5 509 | 509 | 8:13 AM Zurich Airport | 0h49 | 9:02 AM St. Gallen | 0 transfersDirect | |
IR 13 3259 | 3259 | 8:23 AM Zurich Airport | 0h59 | 9:22 AM St. Gallen | 0 transfersDirect | |
IR 13 3259 | 3259 · B 180 18015 | 18015 · S 21 2090 | 2090 | 8:23 AM Zurich Airport | 1h24 | 9:47 AM St. Gallen Güterbahnhof | 2 transfers | |
IR 13 3259 | 3259 · B 11 | 11028 | 8:23 AM Zurich Airport | 1h09 | 9:32 AM Sankt Gallen | 1 transfer | |
IC 5 1511 | 1511 · B 6 | 6149 | 8:43 AM Zurich Airport | 1h00 | 9:43 AM St. Gallen, Mühlegg | 1 transfer | |
IC 5 1511 | 1511 · S 21 2095 | 2095 | 8:43 AM Zurich Airport | 1h10 | 9:53 AM St. Gallen Güterbahnhof | 1 transfer | |
IC 5 1511 | 1511 | 8:43 AM Zurich Airport | 0h49 | 9:32 AM St. Gallen | 0 transfersDirect | |
IC 1 707 | 707 · B 11 | 11034 | 8:51 AM Zurich Airport | 1h11 | 10:02 AM Sankt Gallen | 1 transfer | |
IC 1 707 | 707 | 8:51 AM Zurich Airport | 1h01 | 9:52 AM St. Gallen | 0 transfersDirect | |
IC 5 511 | 511 · B 6 | 6165 | 9:13 AM Zurich Airport | 1h00 | 10:13 AM St. Gallen, Mühlegg | 1 transfer | |
IC 5 511 | 511 · S 21 2099 | 2099 | 9:13 AM Zurich Airport | 1h10 | 10:23 AM St. Gallen Güterbahnhof | 1 transfer | |
IC 5 511 | 511 | 9:13 AM Zurich Airport | 0h49 | 10:02 AM St. Gallen | 0 transfersDirect | |
IR 13 3261 | 3261 · B 180 18017 | 18017 · S 21 2100 | 2100 | 9:23 AM Zurich Airport | 1h24 | 10:47 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 $22 (€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 $22 (€17) |
Trains per day 26 |
Direct trains 11 |
Fastest train 49m |
First train 7:13 AM |
Last train 9:53 PM |
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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 $22 (€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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