The cheapest and fastest trains from Munich to Sankt Gallen
Cheapest price
$48
Average price
$112
Fastest journey
2 h 33 m
Average duration
2 h 34 m
Trains per day
35
Distance
183 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Munich to Sankt Gallen is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Munich to Sankt Gallen will cost around $112 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only $48.
Of the 35 trains that leave Munich for Sankt Gallen every day 14 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 183 km distance in an average of 2 h 34 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 33 m .
The slowest trains will take 2 h 34 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
ECE 296
ECE 96
ECE 98
ECE 196
ECE 190
ECE 296
EC 296
ECE 190
ECE 192
ECE 194Travel Information
Compare coach and train for Munich to Sankt Gallen
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Munich to Sankt Gallen among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from $18. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 45m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.2kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of $18, and a flight costs an average of $206.
Distance: 183 km
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$74 Average Price | $27 Average Price Cheapest | $339 Average Price |
3h 15m Average total duration Fastest 2h 45m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 30m Average total duration 3h 0m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 14h 38m Average total duration 11h 38m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.2 - 0.5kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Munich to Sankt Gallen train times
The table below shows live departures for Munich to Sankt Gallen trains for tomorrow, Monday, 1 December. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
S 8+ EC 196 | 7:39 am Munich Isartor | 2h49 | 10:28 am St. Gallen | 1 change | |
ECE 196 | On time 7:53 am Munich Hbf | 2h35 | 10:28 am St. Gallen | 0 changesdirect | |
EC 196 | 7:53 am Munich Hbf | 2h35 | 10:28 am St. Gallen | 0 changesdirect | |
S 6+ RE 70+ REX 7+ IR 3268 | 8:05 am Munich Isartor | 3h30 | 11:35 am St. Gallen | 3 changes | |
RE 3876 · REX 25886 · IR 3268 | On time 8:20 am Munich Hbf | 3h15 | 11:35 am St. Gallen | 2 changes | |
RE 70+ REX 7+ IR 3268 | 8:20 am Munich Hbf | 3h15 | 11:35 am St. Gallen | 2 changes | |
S 8+ EC 194 | 9:39 am Munich Isartor | 2h49 | 12:28 pm St. Gallen | 1 change | |
EC 194 | 9:54 am Munich Hbf | 2h34 | 12:28 pm St. Gallen | 0 changesdirect | |
ECE 194 | On time 9:54 am Munich Hbf | 2h34 | 12:28 pm St. Gallen | 0 changesdirect | |
RE 3880 · REX 5577 · S 3 · IR 2222 | On time 10:20 am Munich Hbf | 3h44 | 2:04 pm St. Gallen | 3 changes | |
S 8+ EC 192 | 11:39 am Munich Isartor | 2h49 | 2:28 pm St. Gallen | 1 change | |
EC 192 | 11:54 am Munich Hbf | 2h34 | 2:28 pm St. Gallen | 0 changesdirect | |
ECE 192 | On time 11:54 am Munich Hbf | 2h34 | 2:28 pm St. Gallen | 0 changesdirect | |
RE 3884 · ICE 119 · S 3 · IR 2226 | On time 12:20 pm Munich Hbf | 3h44 | 4:04 pm St. Gallen | 3 changes | |
S 8+ EC 190 | 1:39 pm Munich Isartor | 2h49 | 4:28 pm St. Gallen | 1 change | |
ECE 190 | On time 1:54 pm Munich Hbf | 2h34 | 4:28 pm St. Gallen | 0 changesdirect | |
EC 190 | 1:54 pm Munich Hbf | 2h34 | 4:28 pm St. Gallen | 0 changesdirect | |
S 6+ RE 70+ REX 7+ IR 3280 | 2:05 pm Munich Isartor | 3h30 | 5:35 pm St. Gallen | 3 changes | |
RE 70+ REX 7+ IR 3280 | 2:20 pm Munich Hbf | 3h15 | 5:35 pm St. Gallen | 2 changes | |
RE 3888 · REX 25892 · IR 3280 | On time 2:20 pm Munich Hbf | 3h15 | 5:35 pm St. Gallen | 2 changes | |
S 8+ EC 98 | 3:39 pm Munich Isartor | 2h49 | 6:28 pm St. Gallen | 1 change | |
ECE 98 | On time 3:53 pm Munich Hbf | 2h35 | 6:28 pm St. Gallen | 0 changesdirect | |
EC 98 | 3:53 pm Munich Hbf | 2h35 | 6:28 pm St. Gallen | 0 changesdirect | |
S 1+ EC 96 | 5:37 pm Munich Isartor | 2h51 | 8:28 pm St. Gallen | 1 change | |
ECE 96 | On time 5:51 pm Munich Hbf | 2h37 | 8:28 pm St. Gallen | 0 changesdirect | |
EC 96 | 5:51 pm Munich Hbf | 2h37 | 8:28 pm St. Gallen | 0 changesdirect | |
S 8+ EC 296 | 7:39 pm Munich Isartor | 2h49 | 10:28 pm St. Gallen | 1 change | |
EC 296 | 7:55 pm Munich Hbf | 2h33 | 10:28 pm St. Gallen | 0 changesdirect | |
ECE 296 | On time 7:55 pm Munich Hbf | 2h33 | 10:28 pm St. Gallen | 0 changesdirect | |
S 6+ RE 70+ EC 290 | 8:05 pm Munich Isartor | 10h23 | 6:28 am St. Gallen | 2 changes | |
RE 70+ EC 290 | 8:20 pm Munich Hbf | 10h08 | 6:28 am St. Gallen | 1 change | |
S 6+ RE 72 · RE 7+ REX 7 | 9:05 pm Munich Isartor | 8h30 | 5:35 am St. Gallen | 4 changes | |
RE 72 · RE 7+ REX 7+ IR 3256 | 9:20 pm Munich Hbf | 8h15 | 5:35 am St. Gallen | 3 changes | |
S 6+ ICE 1060+ RE 5 · RB 93 | 9:25 pm Munich Isartor | 8h10 | 5:35 am St. Gallen | 5 changes | |
ICE 1060+ RE 5 · RB 93+ REX 7 | 9:45 pm Munich Hbf | 7h50 | 5:35 am St. Gallen | 4 changes | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Munich to Sankt Gallen
Trains from Munich to Sankt Gallen run on average 16 times per day, taking around 2h 45m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $27 but you can travel from only $18 by coach.
There are 6 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:19, the last at 23:51. The fastest train covers the 183 km distance in 2h 33m.
Distance 183 km |
Average train duration 2h 45m |
Cheapest ticket price $27 |
Trains per day 16 |
Direct trains 6 |
Fastest train 2h 33m |
First train 00:19 |
Last train 23:51 |
Train companies: Deutsche Bahn, ÖBB | Euro City (EC), ÖBB, Go-Ahead Bayern GmbH from Munich to Sankt Gallen trainsDeutsche Bahn, ÖBB | Euro City (EC), ÖBB, Go-Ahead Bayern GmbH trains will get you between Munich and Sankt Gallen from $18. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
Deutsche Bahn
A Bordrestaurant (restaurant car) where you can sit and eat.
A Bordbistro (bistro bar) with snacks, hot meals, and drinks to-go.
At-seat service in 1st class: staff will take your order and serve food/drinks directly to your seat.
Regional trains (RE / RB / S-Bahn):
No onboard catering.
You’re welcome to bring your own food and drinks.
Not included by default.
You can add a seat reservation when booking (recommended for busy routes).
Costs around €4.90 per seat (or €5.90 if booked separately later).
First Class:
Yes, always included in the ticket price.
Allowed for free if they can fit in a transport box (max. size: hand luggage).
Must stay in the box for the entire journey.
Large dogs:
Require a separate (paid) ticket — typically half the price of a regular second-class ticket.
Must be leashed and wear a muzzle while on the train.
Cannot sit on seats.
Assistance dogs:
Travel free of charge.
Do not need a muzzle or leash if medically not required.
Allowed to accompany the passenger at all times.
ÖBB | Euro City (EC)
ÖBB
Go-Ahead Bayern GmbH
FAQs: Munich to Sankt Gallen train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Munich to Sankt Gallen by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Sankt Gallen, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Passengers board the train most frequently from Munich Hbf, which is located around away from the city centre, and they get off the train at St. Gallen, located away from the city centre.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Munich and Sankt Gallen
- Mon - Sun: 07:00 - 21:00
- Free Wi-Fi for 30 minutes.
- The station has luggage lockers.
- Cantina Estación Mediterrano
- Rischart Bakery
- Ditsch Pretzels
- backWERK
- Cafe-Shop
- Le Crobag
- Yorma's
- Coffee Fellows
- Dunkin Donuts
- McDonald's
- & many more
- Accessibility equipment, elevators, & mobility service. Contact the Mobility Service Centre at +49 3065212888 or [email protected].
- a&o München Hauptbahnhof
- IntercityHotel München
- Sofitel Munich Bayerpost
- There is an information desk located on the main concourse near the food court.
- Monday: 07:00 - 20:00
- Tuesday: 07:00 - 20:00
- Wednesday: 07:00 - 20:00
- Thursday: 07:00 - 20:00
- Friday: 07:00 - 20:00
- Saturday: 08:00 - 18:00
- Sunday: 08:00 - 18:00
- Haidhauser Augustiner
- Burger King
- Tassilogarten
- Mitani
- Hilton Munich City
- MOMA1890
- Mk Hotel
- Hotel Pension Christl
- Augustiner Bräustuben
- Lenz
- Das Bad
- Subway
- Theresienhöhe
- Hotel Schweiz
- Hotel Uhland
- Germania
- Ratskeller
- Speiserei Volksbad
- Klenze 17
- Trachtenvogl Café-Lounge
- Novotel München City
- Hilton Munich City
- Living Hotel am Deutschen Museum
- Unsöld's Factory Hotel
- Ratskeller
- Klenze 17
- Trachtenvogl Café-Lounge
- Burger King
- Unsöld's Factory Hotel
- Hotel Domus
- Hotel Mercure München Altstadt
- Hotel Herzog Wilhelm Tannenbaum Nebengebäude
- Haidhauser Augustiner
- Tassilogarten
- Speiserei Volksbad
- Mitani
- Novotel München City
- Hilton Munich City
- MOMA1890
- Living Hotel am Deutschen Museum
- Monday: 07:00 - 20:00
- Tuesday: 07:00 - 20:00
- Wednesday: 07:00 - 20:00
- Thursday: 07:00 - 20:00
- Friday: 07:00 - 20:00
- Saturday: 08:00 - 18:00
- Sunday: 08:00 - 18:00
- Burger King
- McDonald's
- Hunsinger in der Goldenen Gans
- Orexi Taverna
- Guenstigwohnen24.de
- Jagdschloss Residenz
- Hotel Miano
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 7 days a week, 24 hours. Access via Bayerstraße.
- Restaurant 1912
- Augustiner-Keller
- Outside the main entrance.
- Ramps, restrooms.
- €1
- Hotel Excelsior
- Le Méridien Munich
- Sofitel Munich Bayerpost
- Located in the main hall
- Located in the main hall
- Sixt
- Europcar
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-2 for S-Bahn trains
- Hall 2: U-Bahn connections
- S-Bahn: Lines S1, S2, S3, S4, S6, S7, S8
- U-Bahn: Lines U1, U2, U4, U5
- Tram: Lines 16, 17, 18, 19, 20, 21, 22
- Bus: Several lines available
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 7 days a week, 24 hours a day. Access via Bahnhofstrasse.
- Restaurant Lagerhaus
- Restaurant Marktplatz
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
- CHF 1
- Hotel Walhalla
- Hotel Metropol
- Hotel Dom
- Located in the main hall
- 100 places, covered
- Avis
- Europcar
- Hertz
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-3 for long-distance trains
- Hall 2: regional train platforms
- Hall 3: bus and trolleybus connections
- Bus: Several lines available
- Trolleybus: Lines 1, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10
- Train: S-Bahn services
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