Zurich to Sankt Gallen train with SBB

Wed, Nov 04
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The cheapest and fastest trains from Zurich to Sankt Gallen

Showing times, prices and bookable tickets for Nov 04
Cheapest price on Nov 04
$25
Average ticket price on Nov 04
$31
Fastest journey on Nov 04
58 m
Average journey duration on Nov 04
58 m
Trains on Nov 04
99
Distance
62 km
Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Zurich 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 to Sankt Gallen will cost around $31 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $25.

Fast trains

On Wed, Nov 04, we found 99 trains from Zurich to Sankt Gallen, including 71 direct services.

On Wed, Nov 04 the direct trains cover the 62 km distance in an average of 58 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 58 m .

On Wed, Nov 04 the slowest trains will take 58 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.

  • SBBIC 1 711 | 711
    0 transfers
  • SBBIC 1 715 | 715
    0 transfers
  • SBBIC 1 709 | 709
    0 transfers
  • SBBIR 13 3263 | 3263
    0 transfers
  • SBBIR 13 3261 | 3261
    0 transfers

Journey information

Overview: Train from Zurich to Sankt Gallen

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Trains from Zurich to Sankt Gallen run on average 22 times per day, taking around 1h 6m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $13 if you book in advance.

There are 12 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:05, the last at 23:54. The fastest train covers the 38 miles (62 km) distance in 51m.

Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Distance
38 miles (62 km)
Average train duration
1h 6m
Cheapest ticket price
$13
Trains per day
22
Direct trains
12
Fastest train
51m
First train
12:05 AM
Last train
11:54 PM
Cheapest Month
Sep
Cheapest Day
Sun
High Season
Jul - Sep
Low Season
Oct - Dec
Busiest Day
Tue
Least Busy Day
Sun
Best time to book
21 days
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information

Frequently asked questions about your Zurich to Sankt Gallen trip

Use these quick route answers to check fares, travel time, departure options, and direct services before booking from Zurich to Sankt Gallen.

Train ticket prices from Zurich to Sankt Gallen can vary. The cheapest ticket starts at $13, while the average price is around $32.
The train from Zurich to Sankt Gallen takes 51m and runs 22 per day.
The distance by train from Zurich to Sankt Gallen is 38 miles (62 km).
The first train from Zurich to Sankt Gallen leaves at 12:05 AM.
The last train from Zurich to Sankt Gallen leaves at 11:54 PM.
Yes, there is a direct train from Zurich to Sankt Gallen. This service operates 12 times per day, provided by SBB.

Live departures

Zurich to Sankt Gallen train times

The table below shows live departures for Zurich to Sankt Gallen trains for today, Tuesday, November 3. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.

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ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesTransfers
Tickets
SBBS 8 18836 | 18836 · IC 5 1515 | 151510:30 AM Zürich Oerlikon
1h02
11:32 AM St. Gallen1 transfer
SBBIC 5 1515 | 151510:32 AM Zurich HB
1h00
11:32 AM St. Gallen0 transfersDirect
SBBIC 1 711 | 71110:37 AM Zurich HB
1h15
11:52 AM St. Gallen0 transfersDirect
SBBIC 1 711 | 71110:44 AM Zürich Oerlikon
1h08
11:52 AM St. Gallen0 transfersDirect
SBBS 8 18838 | 18838 · IC 5 515 | 51511:00 AM Zürich Oerlikon
1h02
12:02 PM St. Gallen1 transfer
SBBIC 5 515 | 51511:02 AM Zurich HB
1h00
12:02 PM St. Gallen0 transfersDirect
SBBIR 13 3265 | 326511:08 AM Zurich HB
1h14
12:22 PM St. Gallen0 transfersDirect
SBBIR 13 3265 | 326511:15 AM Zürich Oerlikon
1h07
12:22 PM St. Gallen0 transfersDirect
SBBS 8 18840 | 18840 · EC 191 | 19111:30 AM Zürich Oerlikon
1h00
12:30 PM St. Gallen1 transfer
SBBEC 191 | 19111:32 AM Zurich HB
0h58
12:30 PM St. Gallen0 transfersDirect
SBBIC 1 713 | 71311:37 AM Zurich HB
1h15
12:52 PM St. Gallen0 transfersDirect
SBBIC 1 713 | 71311:44 AM Zürich Oerlikon
1h08
12:52 PM St. Gallen0 transfersDirect
SBBS 8 18842 | 18842 · IC 5 517 | 51712:00 PM Zürich Oerlikon
1h02
1:02 PM St. Gallen1 transfer
SBBIC 5 517 | 51712:02 PM Zurich HB
1h00
1:02 PM St. Gallen0 transfersDirect
SBBIR 13 3267 | 326712:08 PM Zurich HB
1h14
1:22 PM St. Gallen0 transfersDirect
SBBIR 13 3267 | 326712:15 PM Zürich Oerlikon
1h07
1:22 PM St. Gallen0 transfersDirect
SBBS 8 18844 | 18844 · IC 5 1519 | 151912:30 PM Zürich Oerlikon
1h02
1:32 PM St. Gallen1 transfer
SBBIC 5 1519 | 151912:32 PM Zurich HB
1h00
1:32 PM St. Gallen0 transfersDirect
SBBIC 1 715 | 71512:37 PM Zurich HB
1h15
1:52 PM St. Gallen0 transfersDirect
SBBIC 1 715 | 71512:44 PM Zürich Oerlikon
1h08
1:52 PM St. Gallen0 transfersDirect
SBBS 8 18846 | 18846 · IC 5 519 | 5191:00 PM Zürich Oerlikon
1h02
2:02 PM St. Gallen1 transfer
SBBIC 5 519 | 5191:02 PM Zurich HB
1h00
2:02 PM St. Gallen0 transfersDirect
SBBIR 13 3269 | 32691:08 PM Zurich HB
1h14
2:22 PM St. Gallen0 transfersDirect
SBBIR 13 3269 | 32691:15 PM Zürich Oerlikon
1h07
2:22 PM St. Gallen0 transfersDirect
SBBS 8 18848 | 18848 · EC 193 | 1931:30 PM Zürich Oerlikon
1h00
2:30 PM St. Gallen1 transfer
SBBEC 193 | 1931:32 PM Zurich HB
0h58
2:30 PM St. Gallen0 transfersDirect
SBBIC 1 717 | 7171:37 PM Zurich HB
1h15
2:52 PM St. Gallen0 transfersDirect
SBBIC 1 717 | 7171:44 PM Zürich Oerlikon
1h08
2:52 PM St. Gallen0 transfersDirect
SBBS 8 18850 | 18850 · IC 5 521 | 5212:00 PM Zürich Oerlikon
1h02
3:02 PM St. Gallen1 transfer
SBBIC 5 521 | 5212:02 PM Zurich HB
1h00
3:02 PM St. Gallen0 transfersDirect
SBBIR 13 3271 | 32712:08 PM Zurich HB
1h14
3:22 PM St. Gallen0 transfersDirect
SBBIR 13 3271 | 32712:15 PM Zürich Oerlikon
1h07
3:22 PM St. Gallen0 transfersDirect
SBBS 8 18852 | 18852 · IC 5 1523 | 15232:30 PM Zürich Oerlikon
1h02
3:32 PM St. Gallen1 transfer
SBBIC 5 1523 | 15232:32 PM Zurich HB
1h00
3:32 PM St. Gallen0 transfersDirect
SBBIC 1 719 | 7192:37 PM Zurich HB
1h15
3:52 PM St. Gallen0 transfersDirect
SBBIC 1 719 | 7192:44 PM Zürich Oerlikon
1h08
3:52 PM St. Gallen0 transfersDirect
SBBS 8 18854 | 18854 · IC 5 523 | 5233:00 PM Zürich Oerlikon
1h02
4:02 PM St. Gallen1 transfer
SBBIC 5 523 | 5233:02 PM Zurich HB
1h00
4:02 PM St. Gallen0 transfersDirect
SBBIR 13 3273 | 32733:08 PM Zurich HB
1h14
4:22 PM St. Gallen0 transfersDirect
SBBIR 13 3273 | 32733:15 PM Zürich Oerlikon
1h07
4:22 PM St. Gallen0 transfersDirect
SBBS 8 18856 | 18856 · EC 195 | 1953:30 PM Zürich Oerlikon
1h00
4:30 PM St. Gallen1 transfer
SBBEC 195 | 1953:32 PM Zurich HB
0h58
4:30 PM St. Gallen0 transfersDirect
SBBIC 1 721 | 7213:37 PM Zurich HB
1h15
4:52 PM St. Gallen0 transfersDirect
SBBIC 1 721 | 7213:44 PM Zürich Oerlikon
1h08
4:52 PM St. Gallen0 transfersDirect
SBBS 8 18858 | 18858 · IC 5 525 | 5254:00 PM Zürich Oerlikon
1h02
5:02 PM St. Gallen1 transfer
SBBIC 5 525 | 5254:02 PM Zurich HB
1h00
5:02 PM St. Gallen0 transfersDirect
SBBIR 13 3275 | 32754:08 PM Zurich HB
1h14
5:22 PM St. Gallen0 transfersDirect
SBBIR 13 3275 | 32754:15 PM Zürich Oerlikon
1h07
5:22 PM St. Gallen0 transfersDirect
SBBS 8 18860 | 18860 · IC 5 1527 | 15274:30 PM Zürich Oerlikon
1h02
5:32 PM St. Gallen1 transfer
SBBIC 5 1527 | 15274:32 PM Zurich HB
1h00
5:32 PM St. Gallen0 transfersDirect
SBBIC 1 723 | 7234:37 PM Zurich HB
1h15
5:52 PM St. Gallen0 transfersDirect
SBBIC 1 723 | 7234:44 PM Zürich Oerlikon
1h08
5:52 PM St. Gallen0 transfersDirect
SBBS 8 18862 | 18862 · IC 5 527 | 5275:00 PM Zürich Oerlikon
1h02
6:02 PM St. Gallen1 transfer
SBBIC 5 527 | 5275:02 PM Zurich HB
1h00
6:02 PM St. Gallen0 transfersDirect
SBBIR 13 3277 | 32775:08 PM Zurich HB
1h14
6:22 PM St. Gallen0 transfersDirect
SBBIR 13 3277 | 32775:15 PM Zürich Oerlikon
1h07
6:22 PM St. Gallen0 transfersDirect
SBBS 8 18864 | 18864 · EC 197 | 1975:30 PM Zürich Oerlikon
1h00
6:30 PM St. Gallen1 transfer
SBBEC 197 | 1975:32 PM Zurich HB
0h58
6:30 PM St. Gallen0 transfersDirect
SBBIC 1 725 | 7255:37 PM Zurich HB
1h15
6:52 PM St. Gallen0 transfersDirect
SBBIC 1 725 | 7255:44 PM Zürich Oerlikon
1h08
6:52 PM St. Gallen0 transfersDirect
SBBS 8 18866 | 18866 · IC 5 529 | 5296:00 PM Zürich Oerlikon
1h02
7:02 PM St. Gallen1 transfer
SBBIC 5 529 | 5296:02 PM Zurich HB
1h00
7:02 PM St. Gallen0 transfersDirect
SBBIR 13 3279 | 32796:08 PM Zurich HB
1h14
7:22 PM St. Gallen0 transfersDirect
SBBIR 13 3279 | 32796:15 PM Zürich Oerlikon
1h07
7:22 PM St. Gallen0 transfersDirect
SBBS 8 18868 | 18868 · IC 5 1531 | 15316:30 PM Zürich Oerlikon
1h02
7:32 PM St. Gallen1 transfer
SBBIC 5 1531 | 15316:32 PM Zurich HB
1h00
7:32 PM St. Gallen0 transfersDirect
SBBIC 1 727 | 7276:37 PM Zurich HB
1h15
7:52 PM St. Gallen0 transfersDirect
SBBIC 1 727 | 7276:44 PM Zürich Oerlikon
1h08
7:52 PM St. Gallen0 transfersDirect
SBBS 8 18870 | 18870 · IC 5 531 | 5317:00 PM Zürich Oerlikon
1h02
8:02 PM St. Gallen1 transfer
SBBIC 5 531 | 5317:02 PM Zurich HB
1h00
8:02 PM St. Gallen0 transfersDirect
SBBIR 13 3281 | 32817:08 PM Zurich HB
1h14
8:22 PM St. Gallen0 transfersDirect
SBBIR 13 3281 | 32817:15 PM Zürich Oerlikon
1h07
8:22 PM St. Gallen0 transfersDirect
SBBS 8 18872 | 18872 · EC 199 | 1997:30 PM Zürich Oerlikon
1h00
8:30 PM St. Gallen1 transfer
SBBEC 199 | 1997:32 PM Zurich HB
0h58
8:30 PM St. Gallen0 transfersDirect
SBBIC 1 729 | 7297:37 PM Zurich HB
1h15
8:52 PM St. Gallen0 transfersDirect
SBBIC 1 729 | 7297:44 PM Zürich Oerlikon
1h08
8:52 PM St. Gallen0 transfersDirect
SBBS 8 18874 | 18874 · IC 5 533 | 5338:00 PM Zürich Oerlikon
1h02
9:02 PM St. Gallen1 transfer
SBBIC 5 533 | 5338:02 PM Zurich HB
1h00
9:02 PM St. Gallen0 transfersDirect
SBBIR 13 3283 | 32838:08 PM Zurich HB
1h14
9:22 PM St. Gallen0 transfersDirect
SBBIR 13 3283 | 32838:15 PM Zürich Oerlikon
1h07
9:22 PM St. Gallen0 transfersDirect
SBBS 12 19277 | 19277 · S 35 8177 | 8177 · S 1 11181 | 111818:16 PM Zurich HB
1h28
9:44 PM St. Gallen2 transfers
SBBIC 1 731 | 731 · S 21 2215 | 22158:37 PM Zurich HB
1h20
9:57 PM St. Gallen Güterbahnhof1 transfer
SBBIC 1 731 | 7318:37 PM Zurich HB
1h15
9:52 PM St. Gallen0 transfersDirect
SBBIC 1 731 | 7318:44 PM Zürich Oerlikon
1h08
9:52 PM St. Gallen0 transfersDirect
SBBS 12 19279 | 19279 · S 1 11183 | 111838:46 PM Zurich HB
1h28
10:14 PM St. Gallen1 transfer
SBBIR 13 3285 | 3285 · S 21 2219 | 22199:08 PM Zurich HB
1h19
10:27 PM St. Gallen Güterbahnhof1 transfer
SBBIR 13 3285 | 32859:08 PM Zurich HB
1h14
10:22 PM St. Gallen0 transfersDirect
SBBIR 13 3285 | 32859:15 PM Zürich Oerlikon
1h07
10:22 PM St. Gallen0 transfersDirect
SBBS 12 19281 | 19281 · S 35 8181 | 81819:16 PM Zurich HB
1h28
10:44 PM St. Gallen1 transfer
SBBIC 1 733 | 733 · S 21 2225 | 22259:37 PM Zurich HB
1h20
10:57 PM St. Gallen Güterbahnhof1 transfer
SBBIC 1 733 | 7339:37 PM Zurich HB
1h15
10:52 PM St. Gallen0 transfersDirect
SBBIC 1 733 | 7339:44 PM Zürich Oerlikon
1h08
10:52 PM St. Gallen0 transfersDirect
SBBIR 13 3287 | 3287 · S 21 2229 | 222910:08 PM Zurich HB
1h19
11:27 PM St. Gallen Güterbahnhof1 transfer
SBBIR 13 3287 | 328710:15 PM Zürich Oerlikon
1h07
11:22 PM St. Gallen0 transfersDirect
SBBIC 1 735 | 73510:44 PM Zürich Oerlikon
1h08
11:52 PM St. Gallen0 transfersDirect
SBBIR 13 3289 | 328911:15 PM Zürich Oerlikon
1h07
12:22 AM St. Gallen0 transfersDirect
Wednesday, November 4
SBBS 8 18818 | 18818 · IC 5 505 | 5056:00 AM Zürich Oerlikon
1h02
7:02 AM St. Gallen1 transfer
SBBIC 5 505 | 5056:02 AM Zurich HB
1h00
7:02 AM St. Gallen0 transfersDirect
SBBIR 13 3255 | 32556:08 AM Zurich HB
1h14
7:22 AM St. Gallen0 transfersDirect
SBBIR 13 3255 | 32556:15 AM Zürich Oerlikon
1h07
7:22 AM St. Gallen0 transfersDirect
SBBS 8 18820 | 18820 · IC 5 1507 | 15076:30 AM Zürich Oerlikon
1h02
7:32 AM St. Gallen1 transfer
SBBIC 5 1507 | 15076:32 AM Zurich HB
1h00
7:32 AM St. Gallen0 transfersDirect
SBBIC 1 703 | 7036:37 AM Zurich HB
1h15
7:52 AM St. Gallen0 transfersDirect
SBBIC 1 703 | 7036:44 AM Zürich Oerlikon
1h08
7:52 AM St. Gallen0 transfersDirect
SBBS 8 18822 | 18822 · IC 5 507 | 5077:00 AM Zürich Oerlikon
1h02
8:02 AM St. Gallen1 transfer
SBBIC 5 507 | 5077:02 AM Zurich HB
1h00
8:02 AM St. Gallen0 transfersDirect
SBBS 8 18826 | 18826 · IC 5 509 | 5098:00 AM Zürich Oerlikon
1h02
9:02 AM St. Gallen1 transfer
SBBIC 5 509 | 5098:02 AM Zurich HB
1h00
9:02 AM St. Gallen0 transfersDirect
SBBIR 13 3259 | 32598:08 AM Zurich HB
1h14
9:22 AM St. Gallen0 transfersDirect
SBBIR 13 3259 | 32598:15 AM Zürich Oerlikon
1h07
9:22 AM St. Gallen0 transfersDirect
SBBS 8 18828 | 18828 · IC 5 1511 | 15118:30 AM Zürich Oerlikon
1h02
9:32 AM St. Gallen1 transfer
SBBIC 5 1511 | 15118:32 AM Zurich HB
1h00
9:32 AM St. Gallen0 transfersDirect
SBBIC 1 707 | 7078:37 AM Zurich HB
1h15
9:52 AM St. Gallen0 transfersDirect
SBBIC 1 707 | 7078:44 AM Zürich Oerlikon
1h08
9:52 AM St. Gallen0 transfersDirect
SBBS 8 18830 | 18830 · IC 5 511 | 5119:00 AM Zürich Oerlikon
1h02
10:02 AM St. Gallen1 transfer
SBBIC 5 511 | 5119:02 AM Zurich HB
1h00
10:02 AM St. Gallen0 transfersDirect
SBBIR 13 3261 | 32619:08 AM Zurich HB
1h14
10:22 AM St. Gallen0 transfersDirect
SBBIR 13 3261 | 32619:15 AM Zürich Oerlikon
1h07
10:22 AM St. Gallen0 transfersDirect
SBBS 8 18832 | 18832 · EC 99 | 999:30 AM Zürich Oerlikon
1h00
10:30 AM St. Gallen1 transfer
SBBEC 99 | 999:32 AM Zurich HB
0h58
10:30 AM St. Gallen0 transfersDirect
SBBIC 1 709 | 7099:37 AM Zurich HB
1h15
10:52 AM St. Gallen0 transfersDirect
SBBIC 1 709 | 7099:44 AM Zürich Oerlikon
1h08
10:52 AM St. Gallen0 transfersDirect
SBBS 8 18834 | 18834 · IC 5 513 | 51310:00 AM Zürich Oerlikon
1h02
11:02 AM St. Gallen1 transfer
SBBIC 5 513 | 51310:02 AM Zurich HB
1h00
11:02 AM St. Gallen0 transfersDirect
SBBIR 13 3263 | 326310:08 AM Zurich HB
1h14
11:22 AM St. Gallen0 transfersDirect
SBBIR 13 3263 | 326310:15 AM Zürich Oerlikon
1h07
11:22 AM St. Gallen0 transfersDirect

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Train companies: SBB, Voralpen Express from Zurich to Sankt Gallen trainsSBB, Voralpen Express trains will get you between Zurich and Sankt Gallen from $13. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.

SBB

About
SBB is Switzerland’s national railway company, operating a wide range of train services including InterCity, InterRegio, RegioExpress, Regio, S-Bahn, and international InterCityExpress connections. InterCity trains reach speeds of up to 200 km/h for fast travel between major cities, while Regio trains provide slower, more frequent local services. Ticket options include Standard and First Class, as well as passes and discounts such as the Swiss Travel Pass, Half-Fare Card, and Super Saver tickets. Onboard amenities may feature Wi-Fi, power outlets, and restaurant cars. Popular routes include Zurich–Geneva, Basel–Bern, and Geneva–Lausanne.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average SBB Duration
51m
Cheapest SBB Price
$13
SBB frequency
22 a day
Luggage included
One piece of hand luggage and one larger piece of luggage included in ticket price
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, under seats, and designated luggage areas at ends of carriages
Cancellation Policy
Cancellation possible according to ticket type conditions
Refund
Full refund provided for canceled trains
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Restaurant cars on long-distance trains, bistro service available. First class receives at-seat service
Seat reservation
Seat reservations optional in 2nd class for fee, included in 1st class tickets
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, and assistance services available with advance notice
Pets
Small pets in carriers travel free. Large dogs require half-price ticket. Guide dogs travel free
Quiet zone

Voralpen Express

Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Voralpen Express Duration
1h 25m
Cheapest Voralpen Express Price
$56
Voralpen Express frequency
1 a day

Companies, tickets, and onboard amenities between Zurich and Sankt Gallen

Review the details behind your booking, from operators and ticket rules to luggage, onboard amenities, accessibility, and route-specific travel policies.

Yes, there is a high-speed train from Zurich to Sankt Gallen.
Yes, there is a night train from Zurich to Sankt Gallen.
Items not allowed on trains typically include hazardous materials such as explosives, flammable liquids, corrosive substances, and illegal drugs. Additionally, large or bulky items that may obstruct aisles or emergency exits, as well as pets without proper carriers, may be restricted. Specific prohibited items can vary by train operator and region, so please check the rules for your particular journey.

Complete guide to Sankt Gallen

Things to do in Sankt Gallen

Discover the best of Sankt Gallen — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Sankt Gallen trip today.

  • Must visit

Textile Museum St. Gallen

Leading cultural history museum focused on St. Gallen textiles, regional heritage, and changing exhibitions in a central historic building.

  • Recommended

Kunstmuseum St. Gallen

Major fine arts museum with Swiss and international works, known for strong modern collections and thoughtful temporary exhibitions.

  • Recommended

Historisches und Völkerkundemuseum St. Gallen

Regional history museum combining archaeology, folklore, and natural history, ideal for understanding eastern Switzerland in one visit.

Swiss franc (CHF, Fr.)

Very costly versus most European cities; hotels, restaurant meals, and transport are high, though public transit is reliable and discounts can help.

Average meal costs

Budget
CHF 15-25 for fast food or a simple lunch.
Mid-range
CHF 30-50 per person for a restaurant meal.
Fine dining
CHF 90+ per person for upscale dining.
Coffee
CHF 4.50-6 for a cappuccino.

Tipping culture

Service is usually included. Round up or leave 5-10% for great service. In cafes and taxis, round up to the nearest CHF 1-5.

Plan your visit to Sankt Gallen

Get destination-focused answers for the end of your trip, including what to do, when to go, practical entry details, and tips for making the most of your time in Sankt Gallen.

Yes, the train journey from Zurich to Sankt Gallen is scenic, as it passes through picturesque Swiss landscapes, including lush green meadows, charming villages, and views of the rolling hills and the Alps in the distance.
Popular day trips by train from Sankt Gallen include Memmingen, Bregenz, Lindau (Bodensee), Appenzell, Rorschach.
Switzerland uses the Swiss Franc (CHF) as its currency. Travelers can use both cash and cards; however, credit and debit cards are widely accepted, especially in cities and larger establishments, making card payments convenient. Cash is still useful for small purchases, local markets, or remote areas where card acceptance may be limited.
In Sankt Gallen, travelers should be aware of common urban safety concerns such as pickpocketing, especially in crowded areas and on public transportation. Scams involving overcharging in taxis or at some restaurants can occur, so it is advisable to agree on prices beforehand and use reputable services. Overall, Sankt Gallen is considered a safe destination with low crime rates, but standard precautions apply.
Pack lightweight, versatile clothing suitable for the destination's climate, and use secure, lockable luggage to protect belongings. Keep essential items like travel documents, medication, and valuables in a carry-on bag for easy access. Use packing organizers or cubes to maximize space and maintain order. Lastly, include a small first aid kit and personal hygiene items for added comfort during travel.

FAQs: Trains from Zurich to Sankt Gallen

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Zurich 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.

FAQs
Yes, you can take the train from Zurich to Sankt Gallen.

popular train stations

Popular train stations from Zurich to Sankt Gallen

Most Zurich to Sankt Gallen trains use the Zürich HB to St. Gallen station pair, with some services arriving at St. Gallen Güterbahnhof. Use this guide to compare Zurich and Sankt Gallen train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.

Departure train stations in Zurich
Arrival train stations in Sankt Gallen

Which Zurich station do trains to Sankt Gallen leave from?

Trains from Zurich to Sankt Gallen leave from Zürich HB. The station is 1 miles (2 km) from Zurich city centre at Bahnhofplatz, 8001 Zürich, Switzerland.
Zürich HBBahnhofplatz, 8001 Zürich, Switzerland+41 51 220 11 11WifiLockersParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelShowerLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar RentalInformation DeskLuggage Carts
City-centre transport

Getting to Zürich HB from Zurich city centre

Zürich HB is 1 km from Zurich city centre. Public transport options include:

TrainS, 9 · 3m · $4 · every ~3 min
S11, Sn11, S12, S15, S16, Sn1, Sn, S20, S23, S3, S5, Sn5, S6, Sn6, S7, Sn7, S9, Sn9, S · 3m · $2 · every ~43 min
Bus31, 33 · 5m · $3 · every ~16 min
N4, N5, N91 · 5m · $3
Tram11, 15, 4 · 8m · $3 · every ~19 min

Zürich HB train station facilities and services

Zürich HB has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Shower, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.

Food and drink

Food options include: Restaurant Au Premier, Brasserie Federal

Wi-Fi and ATMs

Free. ATMs are available in the train station.

Tickets and information

Ticket office support is available at Zürich HB. Information desks are located in the main hall.

Luggage and lost property

Luggage storage is available at Zürich HB. Lost and found is available at the station.

Parking, taxis and toilets

Available at Zürich HB: Parking, Taxis, WC.

Bike and car services

Available at Zürich HB: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.

Accessibility

Accessibility facilities are available at Zürich HB: Elevators, ramps, restrooms.

Shops, hotels and contact

Nearby hotels include Hotel Schweizerhof Zürich, Hotel St. Gotthard, Central Plaza Hotel.

Zürich OerlikonOerlikon, Zurich, Switzerland+41 900 300 300WifiLockersParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar RentalInformation DeskLuggage Carts
City-centre transport

Getting to Zürich Oerlikon from Zurich city centre

Zürich Oerlikon is 5 km from Zurich city centre. Public transport options include:

TrainS8, S2, S24, Ir36, S14, Re48, S19, S, Ir13, Ic1, S21, S15, S9, Sn8, Ir, N1 · 4m · $3 · every ~31 min
9, S · 12m · $5 · every ~3 min
BusE · 13m · $4
N10 · 14m · $4
Tram10, 11, 17, 50, 51, 8 · 12m · $4 · every ~19 min

Zürich Oerlikon train station facilities and services

Zürich Oerlikon has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.

Food and drink

Food options include: Negishi Sushi Bar, Le Muh

Wi-Fi and ATMs

Free. ATMs are available in the train station.

Tickets and information

Ticket office support is available at Zürich Oerlikon. Information desks are located in the main hall.

Luggage and lost property

Luggage storage is available at Zürich Oerlikon. Lost and found is available at the station.

Parking, taxis and toilets

Available at Zürich Oerlikon: Parking, Taxis, WC.

Bike and car services

Available at Zürich Oerlikon: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.

Accessibility

Accessibility facilities are available at Zürich Oerlikon: Elevators, ramps, restrooms.

Shops, hotels and contact

Nearby hotels include Courtyard Zurich North, Swissotel Zurich, Hotel Sternen Oerlikon.

Zürich AltstettenZürich Altstetten railway station, Altstetten, Zurich, SwitzerlandWifiLockersParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar RentalInformation DeskLuggage Carts
City-centre transport

Getting to Zürich Altstetten from Zurich city centre

Zürich Altstetten is 5 km from Zurich city centre. Public transport options include:

TrainS5, S11, S12, Sn1, Sn5, Sn11, Sn · 12m · $4 · every ~14 min
Bus31 · 14m · $4 · every ~16 min
N17, N1 · 18m · $4
31 · 22m · $4 · every ~16 min
Tram51 · 14m · $4 · every ~16 min

Zürich Altstetten train station facilities and services

Zürich Altstetten has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.

Food and drink

Food options include: Restaurant Markthalle, Restaurant LaSalle

Wi-Fi and ATMs

Free. ATMs are available in the train station.

Tickets and information

Ticket office support is available at Zürich Altstetten. Information desks are located in the main hall.

Luggage and lost property

Luggage storage is available at Zürich Altstetten. Lost and found is available at the station.

Parking, taxis and toilets

Available at Zürich Altstetten: Parking, Taxis, WC.

Bike and car services

Available at Zürich Altstetten: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.

Accessibility

Accessibility facilities are available at Zürich Altstetten: Elevators.

Shops, hotels and contact

Nearby hotels include Placid Hotel Zurich, Best Western Hotel Spirgarten, H+ Hotel Zürich.

Train stations for Zurich to Sankt Gallen

Check train stations information for Zurich and Sankt Gallen, including where trains depart and arrive on this route.

The train station in Zurich that goes to Sankt Gallen is Zürich HB, which connects to St. Gallen.

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