How much does a train ticket from St. Gallen to Zürich cost?

The average train ticket price from St. Gallen to Zürich is $48. The best way to find train tickets from St. Gallen to Zürich 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 train trip from St. Gallen to Zürich?

A train trip between St. Gallen and Zürich is around 1h 14m, although the fastest train will take about 58m. This is the time it takes to travel the 39 miles that separates the two cities.

How many daily trains are there between St. Gallen and Zürich?

The number of trains from St. Gallen to Zürich can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 8. Some trains are direct while others have layovers. Simplify your train trip from St. Gallen to Zürich by comparing and selecting the train that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.

Which train companies travel from St. Gallen to Zürich?

When taking the train from St. Gallen to Zürich, you can travel comfortably and safely with Swiss Federal Railways, Swiss Federal Railways.

What are the departure and arrival stations for a train from St. Gallen to Zürich?

Trains traveling between St. Gallen and Zürich leave from St Gallen or St. Gallen Train Station and arrive at Sihlquai - Limmatstraße, Zürich Airport, Zürich Stadelhofen.

What are the best sights and things to do in Zürich?

Once in Zürich, you can explore the city. The top sights and things to do are The Grossmünster, Kunsthaus Zürich, Swiss National Museum, The Old Town, St. Peters Church.

Train St. Gallen to Zürich from $22

Previously seen trips

Next departures for St. Gallen to Zürich on November 21
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	3:07pm	St Gallen	1h 14m	4:21pm	Zurich HB (Main Station)	No tags
Train	3:29pm	St Gallen	58m	4:27pm	Zurich HB (Main Station)	No tags
Train	3:37pm	St Gallen	1h 14m	4:51pm	Zurich HB (Main Station)	No tags
Train	3:58pm	St Gallen	59m	4:57pm	Zurich HB (Main Station)	No tags
Train	4:07pm	St Gallen	1h 14m	5:21pm	Zurich HB (Main Station)	No tags

Get from St. Gallen to Zürich

This route is served by train only

The journey takes about 1 hour 14 minutes and with fares starting at just $27, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

8train per day

1h 14mAverage Duration

39 milesDistance

2kgCO₂ emissions

Where are the popular train stations and stops in St. Gallen and Zürich?

St. Gallen

A
St Gallen
Bahnhofpl. 2, 9000 St. Gallen, Switzerland
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St. Gallen Train Station
St. Gallen, 9000 St. Gallen, Switzerland
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Zürich

A
Sihlquai - Limmatstraße
Limmatstrasse, 28, 8005 Zürich, Switzerland
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B
Zürich Airport
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Zürich Stadelhofen
Stadelhoferstrasse 8, 8001 Zürich, Switzerland
D
Zürich Oerlikon
Hofwiesenstrasse 369, 8050 Zürich, Switzerland
E
Zürich Selnau
Selnaustrasse 25, 8001 Zürich, Switzerland
F
Zürich Altstetten
Altstetterpl. 12, 8048 Zürich, Switzerland

Train Companies

Swiss Federal Railways

5/58 reviews

Staff5

Timeliness5

Cleanliness3.4

Wifi5

Swiss Federal Railways

5/58 reviews

Staff5

Timeliness5

Cleanliness3.4

Wifi5

Train and bus companies in CH:Amtrak, Trenitalia, Deutsche Bahn, Renfe, Deutsche Bahn ICE, VIA Rail Canada, RegioJet

Frequently asked questions about traveling from St. Gallen to Zürich by train

How much does a train ticket from St. Gallen to Zürich cost?
How long is the train trip from St. Gallen to Zürich?
How many daily trains are there between St. Gallen and Zürich?
Which train companies travel from St. Gallen to Zürich?
What are the departure and arrival stations for a train from St. Gallen to Zürich?
What are the best sights and things to do in Zürich?

Find cheapest prices for trains

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found

11/19

$44

11/20

$23

Today

$25

11/22

$24

11/23

$23

11/24

$25

11/25

$23

11/26

$23

The cheapest trip from St. Gallen to Zürich was searched and found on Nov 23, 2025 with a price of $23

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from St. Gallen to Zürich, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from $23 to $197 for a train ticket from St. Gallen to Zürich based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $23 which is on 2025-11-23.