How to travel from Leipzig to Sankt Gallen

Wed, Sep 09
+ Add return
Travel by train, bus, flight with
Deutsche Bahn
FlixBus
Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC)
Regionale
iryo
1,000+ more
Deutsche Bahn
FlixBus
Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC)
Regionale
iryo
1,000+ more
QR-Code
Scan to get our free app
Use our app to get live travel updates and book mobile tickets for trains, buses, flights, and ferries.
App Store
rate4.9
42K ratings
Google Play
rate4.6
136K reviews

Travel Information

Compare train, bus, and flight for Leipzig to Sankt Gallen

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Leipzig to Sankt Gallen among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of $61 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 6h 49m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.1 - 0.4kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $61, while a train costs an average of $124.

Distance: 301 miles (486 km)

Compare train with

Most popular
Train
Bus
Driving

$124

Average price

$61

Average price

Cheapest

$133

Average price

(fuel + tolls)

6h 49m

Average total duration

Fastest

6h 19m

Onboard

+

30m

Additional time*

11h 50m

Average total duration

11h 20m

Onboard

+

30m

Additional time*

6h 32m

Average total duration

(door-to-door)

0.1 - 0.4kg

CO2 emissions

Lowest

0.5 - 1.2kg

CO2 emissions

-

CO2 emissions

Deutsche Bahn

Most popular train company

FlixBus

Most popular bus company

Your own car or car rental

Direct Options

Direct Options

Direct Options

Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.

The cheapest way to travel from Leipzig to Sankt Gallen is a bus with an average price of $61 (€50).

This is compared to other travel options from Leipzig to Sankt Gallen:

A bus is $63 (€51) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Leipzig to Sankt Gallen costing on average $124 (€100).

A bus is $325 (€263) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Leipzig to Sankt Gallen costing on average $387 (€312).

The fastest way to travel from Leipzig to Sankt Gallen is by train with an average journey time of 6h 49m.

Other travel options to Sankt Gallen take longer:

Flight takes on average 10h 22m.

Bus takes on average 11h 50m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 3 ways to travel between Leipzig and Sankt Gallen including taking a train, bus, and flight.
We recommend using the train as it is the most popular way to get from Leipzig to Sankt Gallen among Omio's users.
Take the train. On this route, it beats driving on both time and money.

The journey is about 13m faster (6h 19m by train vs 6h 32m by car) and roughly $9 (€7) cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls ($124 (€100) vs $133 (€108)). You'll also arrive in the city centre rather than hunting for parking, and you can work, read, or watch the landscape go by instead of concentrating on the road.

Driving is still worth considering if you want to stop along the way or need a car once you arrive.

Travel options
from Leipzig to Sankt Gallen

How to get from Leipzig to Sankt Gallen by train, bus or flight.

Our recommendation

train

The best way to travel from Leipzig to Sankt Gallen is by taking a train because it’s the best combination of price and speed.

  • Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC)
    3:55 PM15h33
    Leipzig
    7:28 AMSankt Gallen
    $1801One-way
    3 transfers

Cheapest

  • Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC)
    3:55 PM15h33
    Leipzig
    7:28 AMSankt Gallen
    $1801One-way
    3 transfers

Fastest

  • Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC)
    5:27 PM14h01
    Leipzig
    7:28 AMSankt Gallen
    $2121One-way
    4 transfers

Find all the dates and times for this journey by train, bus, flight, and ferry .

Compare prices and tickets Prices for trains, buses and flights

Compare train, bus, and flight prices over the next three weeks. See the best deals at a glance, find the lowest fares, and choose the option that fits your budget.

Wed
Sep 09
Thu
Sep 10
Fri
Sep 11
Sat
Sep 12
Sun
Sep 13
Mon
Sep 14
Tue
Sep 15

More than 1,000 travel companies trust us to sell their tickets all in one place.

Trenitalia
Easyjet
Deutsche Bahn
SNCF

FAQs: Travel from Leipzig to Sankt Gallen

Travel to Sankt Gallen easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Leipzig to Sankt Gallen.

FAQs
There are 3 options to travel between Leipzig and Sankt Gallen including taking a train, bus, and flight.
The cheapest way to travel from Leipzig to Sankt Gallen is a bus with an average price of $61 (€50).

This is compared to other travel options from Leipzig to Sankt Gallen:

A bus is $63 (€51) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Leipzig to Sankt Gallen costing on average $124 (€100).

A bus is $325 (€263) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Leipzig to Sankt Gallen costing on average $387 (€312).

The fastest way to travel from Leipzig to Sankt Gallen is by train with an average journey time of 6h 49m.

Other travel options to Sankt Gallen take longer:

Flight takes on average 10h 22m.

Bus takes on average 11h 50m.

The distance from Leipzig to Sankt Gallen is approximately 301 miles (486 km).
The average frequency per day from Leipzig to Sankt Gallen is:
  • Around 10 flights per day.
  • Around 7 trains per day.
  • Around 3 buses per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Leipzig and Sankt Gallen as scheduled services by train, bus, and flight can vary by season or day of the week.

These are the most popular departure and arrival points from Leipzig to Sankt Gallen:
  • Buses mostly depart from Leipzig, Hbf and arrive in St. Gallen, Bahnhof.
  • Flights mostly depart from Leipzig/Halle Airport and arrive in Zurich Airport.
  • Trains mostly depart from Leipzig Hbf and arrive in St. Gallen.
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Leipzig to Sankt Gallen, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with FlixBus to go to Sankt Gallen by bus.
  • Travel with Deutsche Bahn, Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) to go to Sankt Gallen by train.
Yes, there is a direct route available from Leipzig to Sankt Gallen:
  • 1 direct buses per day with FlixBus.
Omio customers who travel from Leipzig to Sankt Gallen often also extend their vacation to go to Munich, Zurich, Milan, Vienna, Prague. Omio can help you plan your trip by finding the best connections between Sankt Gallen and these popular destinations at a great price.
Most travelers need at least three days in Sankt Gallen to see the main sights at a comfortable pace. If you want day trips or a slower itinerary, consider adding extra time.
In Sankt Gallen, you can explore the vibrant Old Town with its charming streets and historic buildings, visit the Botanical Garden St. Gallen, and enjoy a scenic hike in the nearby Appenzell region. Attend a performance at the Theater St. Gallen and discover the local culinary scene by sampling Swiss specialties at traditional restaurants. Key sights include the Abbey of Saint Gall with its stunning baroque architecture, the Textile Museum, Wildpark Peter and Paul, Kunstmuseum St. Gallen, and Drei Weieren, perfect for walking and relaxation.
Two to three days in Sankt Gallen are ideal to explore the Abbey of Saint Gall, visit the Textile Museum, and enjoy the city's charming old town.

Travelling from Leipzig to Sankt Gallen: related information

Here are some other resources that might have the information you need

HomeTravelTravel to SwitzerlandTravel to Sankt GallenHow to travel from Leipzig to Sankt Gallen

The Omio App Makes Travel Planning Easy

We’ll get you where you want to go. From live train updates to mobile tickets, our innovative app is the ideal way to plan and keep track of your travel.

ios-badge
android-badge
Hand With Phone