How to travel from Munich to Sankt Gallen

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

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Munich to Sankt Gallen among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of $31 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 3h 31m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.1 - 0.2kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $31, while a flight costs an average of $591.

Distance: 113 miles (183 km)

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$86

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$31

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$591

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$49

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3h 31m

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3h 1m

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4h 14m

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3h 44m

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4h 44m

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2h 44m

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2h 47m

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

Compare ways to travel from Munich to Sankt Gallen

Compare the available ways to get from Munich to Sankt Gallen, with the key details around price, speed, convenience, and direct service.

The cheapest way to travel from Munich to Sankt Gallen is a bus with an average price of $31.

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

A bus is $56 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Munich to Sankt Gallen costing on average $86.

A bus is $560 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Munich to Sankt Gallen costing on average $591.

The fastest way to travel from Munich to Sankt Gallen is by train with an average journey time of 3h 31m.

Other travel options to Sankt Gallen take longer:

Bus takes on average 4h 14m.

Flight takes on average 4h 44m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 3 ways to travel between Munich 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 Munich to Sankt Gallen among Omio's users.
Take the train. It's the cheaper option, and the extra time on board is usually more relaxing than driving it.

Tickets start at around $86 compared to roughly $49 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about -$36. The journey takes 3h 1m versus 2h 47m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can work, read, or sleep along the way rather than spending the time behind the wheel. You'll also save the hassle of parking at the other end.

Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.

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from Munich to Sankt Gallen

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

Our recommendation

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

  • Deutsche BahnECE 94
    8:30 PM2h58
    Munich
    11:28 PMSt. Gallen
    $301One-way
    0 transfers

Cheapest

  • Deutsche BahnECE 94
    8:30 PM2h58
    Munich
    11:28 PMSt. Gallen
    $301One-way
    0 transfers

Fastest

  • LufthansaLH2372
    6:50 PM0h55
    Munich Airport
    7:45 PMZurich Airport
    $5491One-way
    0 transfers

Other options

  • Deutsche BahnECE 96
    6:48 PM2h40
    Munich
    9:28 PMSt. Gallen
    $451One-way
    0 transfers
  • Deutsche BahnECE 190
    2:31 PM2h57
    Munich
    5:28 PMSt. Gallen
    $451One-way
    0 transfers
  • Deutsche BahnECE 98
    4:31 PM2h57
    Munich
    7:28 PMSt. Gallen
    $451One-way
    0 transfers
  • FlixBusFlixBus
    9:00 AM4h00
    Munich, Central Bus Station (ZOB)
    1:00 PMSt. Gallen, Bahnhof
    $311One-way
    0 transfers
  • FlixBusFlixBus
    9:40 PM3h45
    Munich, Central Bus Station (ZOB)
    1:25 AMSt. Gallen, Bahnhof
    $331One-way
    0 transfers
  • EurowingsEW7171 · EW7762
    9:15 AM5h45
    Munich Airport
    3:00 PMZurich Airport
    $2581One-way
    1 transfer
  • EurowingsEW9081 · EW9762
    8:20 AM6h40
    Munich Airport
    3:00 PMZurich Airport
    $3011One-way
    1 transfer
  • VuelingVY1165 · VY1226
    9:05 PM11h50
    Munich Airport
    8:55 AMZurich Airport
    $3171One-way
    1 transfer

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FAQs: Travel from Munich 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 Munich to Sankt Gallen.

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There are 3 options to travel between Munich and Sankt Gallen including taking a train, bus, and flight.
The cheapest way to travel from Munich to Sankt Gallen is a bus with an average price of $31.

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

A bus is $56 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Munich to Sankt Gallen costing on average $86.

A bus is $560 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Munich to Sankt Gallen costing on average $591.

The fastest way to travel from Munich to Sankt Gallen is by train with an average journey time of 3h 31m.

Other travel options to Sankt Gallen take longer:

Bus takes on average 4h 14m.

Flight takes on average 4h 44m.

The distance from Munich to Sankt Gallen is approximately 113 miles (183 km).
The average frequency per day from Munich to Sankt Gallen is:
  • Around 26 flights per day.
  • Around 10 trains per day.
  • Around 3 buses per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Munich 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 Munich to Sankt Gallen:
  • Flights mostly depart from Munich Airport and arrive in Zurich Airport.
  • Trains mostly depart from Munich Hbf and arrive in St. Gallen.
  • Buses mostly depart from Munich, Central Bus Station (ZOB) and arrive in St. Gallen, Bahnhof.
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Munich 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, ÖBB | Euro City (EC), ÖBB, ÖBB | ICE to go to Sankt Gallen by train.
  • Travel with Lufthansa Cityline, CitizenPlane, Swiss, Brussels Airlines, Eurowings, Air Dolomiti, Qatar Airways, Avion Express Malta, Austrian Airlines, Lufthansa, Vueling, Croatia Airlines, Smartwings, Air Baltic, GetJet Airlines, Lot Polish Airlines, Helvetic Airways, British Airways, Edelweiss Air to go to Sankt Gallen by flight.
Yes, there are direct services available from Munich to Sankt Gallen with the following travel companies:
  • 3 direct buses per day with FlixBus.
  • 7 direct trains per day with Deutsche Bahn, ÖBB | Euro City (EC).
  • 6 direct flights per day with Lufthansa Cityline, CitizenPlane, Swiss, Air Dolomiti, Air Baltic, Helvetic Airways, Edelweiss Air.
Omio customers who travel from Munich to Sankt Gallen often also extend their vacation to go to Zurich, Milan, Vienna, Prague, Memmingen. 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.
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