How to travel from Sankt Gallen to Rijeka

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Compare bus and flight for Sankt Gallen to Rijeka

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Sankt Gallen to Rijeka among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of €73 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 4h 59m. 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 €73, while a flight costs an average of €543.

Distance: 279 miles (450 km)

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Driving

€110

Average price

€73

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Cheapest

€543

Average price

€113

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(fuel + tolls)

17h 27m

Average total duration

16h 57m

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30m

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13h 50m

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13h 20m

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30m

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4h 59m

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2h 59m

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2h 0m

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8h 4m

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0.1 - 0.4kg

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0.5 - 1.1kg

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Deutsche Bahn

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FlixBus

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Croatia Airlines

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Your own car or car rental

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

Compare ways to travel from Sankt Gallen to Rijeka

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

The cheapest way to travel from Sankt Gallen to Rijeka is a bus with an average price of €73.

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

A bus is €38 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Sankt Gallen to Rijeka costing on average €110.

A bus is €470 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Sankt Gallen to Rijeka costing on average €543.

The fastest way to travel from Sankt Gallen to Rijeka is by flight with an average journey time of 4h 59m.

Other travel options to Rijeka take longer:

Bus takes on average 13h 50m.

Train takes on average 17h 27m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Sankt Gallen and Rijeka including taking a bus and flight.
We recommend using the bus as it is the most popular way to get from Sankt Gallen to Rijeka among Omio's users.
Take the bus. It's the cheapest way to make this trip, and the price gap is usually bigger than people expect.

Tickets start at around €73 compared to roughly €113 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about €40. The journey takes 13h 20m versus 8h 4m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can use the time productively rather than spending it behind the wheel. No parking to sort, no fuel stops, and most coaches have Wi-Fi and power outlets.

Driving is worth considering if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), or want the flexibility to stop along the way.

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from Sankt Gallen to Rijeka

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

Our recommendation

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

  • Zelic Reisen
    4:30 PM13h10
    Sankt Gallen
    5:40 AMRijeka
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    0 transfers

Cheapest

  • Zelic Reisen
    4:30 PM13h10
    Sankt Gallen
    5:40 AMRijeka
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    0 transfers

Fastest

  • Zelic Reisen
    4:30 PM13h10
    Sankt Gallen
    5:40 AMRijeka
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    0 transfers

Other options

  • FlixBus
    10:15 AM15h05
    Sankt Gallen
    1:20 AMRijeka
    €591One-way
    1 transfer
  • FlixBus
    4:30 PM15h15
    Sankt Gallen
    7:45 AMRijeka
    €591One-way
    1 transfer

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FAQs: Travel from Sankt Gallen to Rijeka

Travel to Rijeka 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 Sankt Gallen to Rijeka.

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There are 2 options to travel between Sankt Gallen and Rijeka including taking a bus and flight.
The cheapest way to travel from Sankt Gallen to Rijeka is a bus with an average price of €73.

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

A bus is €38 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Sankt Gallen to Rijeka costing on average €110.

A bus is €470 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Sankt Gallen to Rijeka costing on average €543.

The fastest way to travel from Sankt Gallen to Rijeka is by flight with an average journey time of 4h 59m.

Other travel options to Rijeka take longer:

Bus takes on average 13h 50m.

Train takes on average 17h 27m.

The distance from Sankt Gallen to Rijeka is approximately 279 miles (450 km).
The average frequency per day from Sankt Gallen to Rijeka is:
  • Around 13 flights per day.
  • Around 2 buses per day.
  • Around 1 trains per day.

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

These are the most popular departure and arrival points from Sankt Gallen to Rijeka:
  • Trains mostly depart from St. Gallen and arrive in Rijeka station.
  • Flights mostly depart from Zurich Airport and arrive in Rijeka Airport.
  • Buses mostly depart from St. Gallen, Bahnhof and arrive in Rijeka, Bus Station.
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Sankt Gallen to Rijeka, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with Deutsche Bahn to go to Rijeka by train.
  • Travel with FlixBus to go to Rijeka by bus.
  • Travel with Croatia Airlines, Air Dolomiti to go to Rijeka by flight.
Omio customers who travel from Sankt Gallen to Rijeka often also extend their vacation to go to Ljubljana, Trieste, Zagreb, Pula, Zadar. Omio can help you plan your trip by finding the best connections between Rijeka and these popular destinations at a great price.
Most travelers need at least three days in Rijeka to see the main sights at a comfortable pace. If you want day trips or a slower itinerary, consider adding extra time.
In Rijeka, you can visit the bustling Rijeka Central Market for fresh produce and local delicacies, explore the vibrant art scene at the Museum of Modern and Contemporary Art, and take a stroll along the Molo Longo pier for stunning views. Enjoy a performance at the Croatian National Theatre Ivan pl. Zajc, relax at beautiful beaches like Ploče or Kostanj, and explore Trsat Castle for panoramic views. Walk along Korzo, the main pedestrian street with shops and cafes, visit St. Vitus Cathedral, and learn about regional history at the Rijeka City Museum and the Maritime and History Museum of the Croatian Littoral.
Three to four days in Rijeka allows enough time to explore its historic Old Town, visit the Trsat Castle, enjoy local cuisine, and relax on nearby beaches.

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