How to travel from Sankt Gallen to Munich

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

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Sankt Gallen to Munich among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of $25 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 3h 19m. 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 $25, while a train costs an average of $58.

Distance: 113 miles (183 km)

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$58

Average price

$25

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Cheapest

$105

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3h 19m

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Fastest

2h 49m

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30m

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3h 30m

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2h 27m

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0.2 - 0.5kg

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

The cheapest way to travel from Sankt Gallen to Munich is a bus with an average price of $25 (€20).

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

A bus is $32 (€26) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Sankt Gallen to Munich costing on average $58 (€47).

A bus is $246 (€198) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Sankt Gallen to Munich costing on average $271 (€219).

The fastest way to travel from Sankt Gallen to Munich is by train with an average journey time of 3h 19m.

Other travel options to Munich take longer:

Bus takes on average 3h 30m.

Flight takes on average 11h 41m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 3 ways to travel between Sankt Gallen and Munich including taking a train, bus, and flight.
We recommend using the train as it is the most popular way to get from Sankt Gallen to Munich 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 $58 (€47) compared to roughly $105 (€85) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $47 (€38). The journey takes 2h 49m versus 2h 27m 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 Sankt Gallen to Munich

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

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

  • RegioJet a.s.(Zürich -> Prague)
    9:50 PM2h50
    St.Gallen, Lagerstrasse
    12:40 AMMunich, Central Bus Station (ZOB)
    $171One-way
    0 transfers

Cheapest

  • RegioJet a.s.(Zürich -> Prague)
    9:50 PM2h50
    St.Gallen, Lagerstrasse
    12:40 AMMunich, Central Bus Station (ZOB)
    $171One-way
    0 transfers

Fastest

  • Helvetic AirwaysLX1108
    9:15 PM0h55
    Zurich Airport
    10:10 PMMunich Airport
    $8241One-way
    0 transfers

Other options

  • Deutsche BahnEC 199
    8:32 PM2h32
    St. Gallen
    11:04 PMMunich Hbf
    $301One-way
    0 transfers
  • Deutsche BahnEC 195
    4:32 PM2h44
    St. Gallen
    7:16 PMMunich Hbf
    $301One-way
    0 transfers
  • Deutsche BahnEC 191
    12:32 PM2h44
    St. Gallen
    3:16 PMMunich Hbf
    $301One-way
    0 transfers
  • FlixBusFlixBus
    5:10 AM4h05
    St. Gallen, Bahnhof
    9:15 AMMunich, Central Bus Station (ZOB)
    $181One-way
    0 transfers
  • FlixBusFlixBus
    5:30 PM4h00
    St. Gallen, Bahnhof
    9:30 PMMunich, Central Bus Station (ZOB)
    $191One-way
    0 transfers
  • VuelingVY6247 · VY1816
    9:45 AM10h40
    Zurich Airport
    8:25 PMMunich Airport
    $2071One-way
    1 transfer
  • VuelingVY6249 · VY1812
    9:10 PM12h30
    Zurich Airport
    9:40 AMMunich Airport
    $2151One-way
    1 transfer
  • GetJet AirlinesEW7761 · EW7172
    9:05 AM6h45
    Zurich Airport
    3:50 PMMunich Airport
    $2171One-way
    1 transfer

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FAQs: Travel from Sankt Gallen to Munich

Travel to Munich 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 Munich.

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There are 3 options to travel between Sankt Gallen and Munich including taking a train, bus, and flight.
The cheapest way to travel from Sankt Gallen to Munich is a bus with an average price of $25 (€20).

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

A bus is $32 (€26) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Sankt Gallen to Munich costing on average $58 (€47).

A bus is $246 (€198) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Sankt Gallen to Munich costing on average $271 (€219).

The fastest way to travel from Sankt Gallen to Munich is by train with an average journey time of 3h 19m.

Other travel options to Munich take longer:

Bus takes on average 3h 30m.

Flight takes on average 11h 41m.

The distance from Sankt Gallen to Munich is approximately 113 miles (183 km).
The average frequency per day from Sankt Gallen to Munich is:
  • Around 28 flights per day.
  • Around 12 trains per day.
  • Around 7 buses per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Sankt Gallen and Munich 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 Sankt Gallen to Munich:
  • Flights mostly depart from Zurich Airport and arrive in Munich Airport.
  • Trains mostly depart from St. Gallen and arrive in Munich Hbf.
  • Buses mostly depart from St. Gallen, Bahnhof and arrive in Munich, Central Bus Station (ZOB).
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Sankt Gallen to Munich, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with Deutsche Bahn, ÖBB | Euro City (EC), ÖBB, Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS) to go to Munich by train.
  • Travel with FlixBus, BlaBlaCar to go to Munich by bus.
Yes, there is a direct route available from Sankt Gallen to Munich:
  • 7 direct buses per day with FlixBus, BlaBlaCar.
Omio customers who travel from Sankt Gallen to Munich often also extend their vacation to go to Paris, Berlin, Vienna, Prague, Zurich. Omio can help you plan your trip by finding the best connections between Munich and these popular destinations at a great price.
Most travelers need at least three days in Munich to see the main sights at a comfortable pace. If you want day trips or a slower itinerary, consider adding extra time.
In Munich, you can visit the Hofbräuhaus for traditional Bavarian food and live music, explore BMW Welt for the latest BMW models and interactive experiences, and catch a game or admire the architecture at Allianz Arena. Discover history at the Munich Residenz, enjoy sports and views at Olympiapark, and marvel at the Glockenspiel show at Marienplatz. Wander through the opulent Nymphenburg Palace and its gardens, relax in the expansive English Garden, learn at the Deutsches Museum, and savor local delicacies at Viktualienmarkt.
To fully experience Munich's main attractions, such as Marienplatz, the English Garden, Nymphenburg Palace, and the BMW Museum, a stay of 3 to 4 days is recommended.
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