How to travel from Zurich to Sankt Gallen

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Compare train and bus for Zurich to Sankt Gallen

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Zurich to Sankt Gallen among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $1. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 3m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.1kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $1, and a train costs an average of $23.

Distance: 38 miles (62 km)

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The cheapest way to travel from Zurich to Sankt Gallen is a bus with an average price of $4.

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

A bus is $28 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Zurich to Sankt Gallen costing on average $31.

The fastest way to travel from Zurich to Sankt Gallen is by train with an average journey time of 1h 3m.

Other travel options to Sankt Gallen take longer:

Bus takes on average 1h 5m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Zurich and Sankt Gallen including taking a train and bus.
We recommend using the train as it is the most popular way to get from Zurich to Sankt Gallen among Omio's users.

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How to get from Zürich to St. Gallen

The Best Way According to our Users

Whether it is for business or leisure, in order to travel from Zürich to St. Gallen, 100,00% of our customers choose the train as their preferred mode of transportation. By traveling by train on this route, you can enjoy the comfort of spacious seats, spectacular views—and in some cases free Wi-Fi—in both second and first class. Our customers have decided that the train is the best way to get from Zürich to St. Gallen and have chosen to enjoy this fast, safe and efficient way to arrive at their destination. Taking the train also avoids long lines or potential expenses for transfers to/from the station—especially since most main railway stations are located in the city center. Train companies in Europe vary from country to country, but most of them offer high-speed train routes, therefore when you add up at the end-to-end journey time, the train is often also the fastest way to get to your destination.

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FAQs: Travel from Zurich 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 Zurich to Sankt Gallen.

FAQs
There are 2 options to travel between Zurich and Sankt Gallen including taking a train and bus.
The cheapest way to travel from Zurich to Sankt Gallen is a bus with an average price of $4.

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

A bus is $28 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Zurich to Sankt Gallen costing on average $31.

The fastest way to travel from Zurich to Sankt Gallen is by train with an average journey time of 1h 3m.

Other travel options to Sankt Gallen take longer:

Bus takes on average 1h 5m.

The distance from Zurich to Sankt Gallen is approximately 38 miles (62 km).
The average frequency per day from Zurich to Sankt Gallen is:
  • Around 24 trains per day.
  • Around 4 buses per day.

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

These are the most popular departure and arrival points from Zurich to Sankt Gallen:
  • Trains mostly depart from Zurich HB and arrive in St. Gallen.
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Zurich to Sankt Gallen, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with BlaBlaCar, Bogojevic Reisen to go to Sankt Gallen by bus.
  • Travel with SBB, Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS), Thurbo to go to Sankt Gallen by train.
Yes, there are direct services available from Zurich to Sankt Gallen with the following travel companies:
  • 3 direct buses per day with BlaBlaCar, Bogojevic Reisen.
  • 14 direct trains per day with SBB, Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS).
Omio customers who travel from Zurich to Sankt Gallen often also extend their vacation to go to Munich, Milan, Vienna, Prague, Berlin. 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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