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Get from St. Gallen to Basel
The journey takes about 2 hours, and with fares starting at just $86, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular train stations and stops in St. Gallen and Basel?
St. Gallen
- ABahnhofpl. 2, 9000 St. Gallen, Switzerland
- BSt. Gallen, 9000 St. Gallen, Switzerland
Basel
- ABasel SBB railway station, Centralbahnstrasse 10, 4051 Basel, Switzerland
- BMeret Oppenheim-Strasse 35, 4053 Gundeldingen Basel, Switzerland
- C
Basel
Türkheimerstrasse 47, 4055 Iselin, , Switzerland - D
Media Markt Basel
Güterstrasse 119, 4053 Gundeldingen, Basel - E
Basel St. Johann
Basel St. Johann, 4056 Basel, Switzerland
Train companies
Based on 8 reviews, the company was rated 4.8 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the staff and the timeliness but often complained with the cleanliness. Swiss Federal Railways ticket prices on this trip start at $86
Frequently asked questions about travelling from St. Gallen to Basel by train
How much does a cheap train ticket from St. Gallen to Basel cost?
The average train ticket price from St. Gallen to Basel is $203. The best way to find cheap train tickets from St. Gallen to Basel is to book your tickets as early as possible. Prices tend to rise as your travel date approaches, so book in advance to secure the best prices!
How long is the trip from St. Gallen to Basel?
A train trip between St. Gallen and Basel is around 2h, although the fastest train will take about 2h. This is the time it takes to travel the 137 km that separates the two cities.
How many daily trains are there between St. Gallen and Basel?
The number of trains from St. Gallen to Basel can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 2. Some trains are direct while others include transferring trains. Simplify your train trip from St. Gallen to Basel by comparing and selecting the train that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.
Which train companies travel from St. Gallen to Basel?
When taking the train from St. Gallen to Basel, you can travel comfortably and safely with Swiss Federal Railways.
What are the departure and arrival stations for a train from St. Gallen to Basel?
Trains travelling between St. Gallen and Basel leave from St Gallen or St. Gallen Train Station and arrive at Basel, Basel Central Station, Basel.
Find cheapest prices for trains
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from St. Gallen to Basel was searched and found on Nov 30, 2025 with a price of $64To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from St. Gallen to Basel, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $64 to $309 for a train ticket from St. Gallen to Basel based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $64 which is on 2025-11-30.
