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

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

A train trip between Zürich and St. Gallen is around 1h 13m, although the fastest train will take about 57m. This is the time it takes to travel the 39 miles that separates the two cities.

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

The number of trains from Zürich to St. Gallen 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 Zürich to St. Gallen by comparing and selecting the train that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.

Which train companies travel from Zürich to St. Gallen?

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

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

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

Train Zürich to St. Gallen from $22

Previously seen trips

Next departures for Zürich to St. Gallen on November 21
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	3:03pm	Zurich HB (Main Station)	59m	4:02pm	St Gallen	No tags
Train	3:09pm	Zurich HB (Main Station)	1h 13m	4:22pm	St Gallen	No tags
Train	3:33pm	Zurich HB (Main Station)	57m	4:30pm	St Gallen	No tags
Train	3:39pm	Zurich HB (Main Station)	1h 13m	4:52pm	St Gallen	No tags
Train	4:03pm	Zurich HB (Main Station)	59m	5:02pm	St Gallen	No tags

Get from Zürich to St. Gallen

This route is served by train only

The journey takes about 1 hour 13 minutes and with fares starting at just $26, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

8train per day

1h 13mAverage Duration

39 milesDistance

2kgCO₂ emissions

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

Zürich

A
Sihlquai - Limmatstraße
Limmatstrasse, 28, 8005 Zürich, Switzerland
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B
Zürich Airport
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C
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

St. Gallen

A
St Gallen
Bahnhofpl. 2, 9000 St. Gallen, Switzerland
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B
St. Gallen Train Station
St. Gallen, 9000 St. Gallen, Switzerland
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Train Companies

Swiss Federal Railways

5/58 reviews

Staff5

Timeliness5

Cleanliness3.4

Wifi5

Swiss Federal Railways

5/58 reviews

Staff5

Timeliness5

Cleanliness3.4

Wifi5

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

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

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

$43

Today

$24

11/22

$22

11/23

$22

11/24

$26

11/25

$26

11/26

$25

The cheapest trip from Zürich to St. Gallen was searched and found on Nov 23, 2025 with a price of $22

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

You can expect to pay from $22 to $178 for a train ticket from Zürich to St. Gallen based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $22 which is on 2025-11-23.