What is the cheapest way to get from Basel to Sankt Gallen?

The cheapest way to get from Basel to Sankt Gallen is to bus which costs SFr 1 and takes 3h 20m.

What is the fastest way to get from Basel to Sankt Gallen?

The fastest way to get from Basel to Sankt Gallen is to drive which takes 1h 46m and costs SFr 26 - SFr 40.

Is there a direct bus between Basel and Sankt Gallen?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Basel, Meret Oppenheim-Strasse and arriving at St. Gallen. Services depart twice a week, and operate Tuesday and Friday. The journey takes approximately 3h 20m.

Is there a direct train between Basel and Sankt Gallen?

No, there is no direct train from Basel to Sankt Gallen. However, there are services departing from Basel SBB and arriving at St. Gallen via Zürich HB. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 23m.

How far is it from Basel to Sankt Gallen?

The distance between Basel and Sankt Gallen is 175 km. The road distance is 167.1 km.

How do I travel from Basel to Sankt Gallen without a car?

The best way to get from Basel to Sankt Gallen without a car is to train which takes 2h 23m and costs SFr 40 - SFr 75.

How long does it take to get from Basel to Sankt Gallen?

It takes approximately 2h 23m to get from Basel to Sankt Gallen, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Basel to Sankt Gallen bus from?

Basel to Sankt Gallen bus services, operated by Bogojevic Reisen, depart from Basel, Meret Oppenheim-Strasse station.

Where do I catch the Basel to Sankt Gallen train from?

Basel to Sankt Gallen train services, operated by Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS), depart from Basel SBB station.

Train or bus from Basel to Sankt Gallen?

The best way to get from Basel to Sankt Gallen is to train which takes 2h 23m and costs SFr 40 - SFr 75. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs SFr 1 and takes 3h 20m.

Where does the Basel to Sankt Gallen bus arrive?

Basel to Sankt Gallen bus services, operated by Bogojevic Reisen, arrive at St. Gallen station.

Where does the Basel to Sankt Gallen train arrive?

Basel to Sankt Gallen train services, operated by Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS), arrive at Zürich HB station.

Can I drive from Basel to Sankt Gallen?

Yes, the driving distance between Basel to Sankt Gallen is 167 km. It takes approximately 1h 46m to drive from Basel to Sankt Gallen.

How do I get a train ticket from Basel to Sankt Gallen?

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Where can I stay near Sankt Gallen?

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Basel to Sankt Gallen - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 4 ways to get from Basel to Sankt Gallen by train, bus, or car

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Train
best
1. Take the train from Basel SBB to Zürich HBtrain Ir36 / ...
2. Take the train from Zürich HB to St. Gallentrain Ic5 / ...
2h 23m
CHF 42–73
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Basel, Meret Oppenheim-Strasse to St. Gallenbus
3h 20m
CHF 1
Drive 167.1 km
1. Drive from Basel to Sankt Gallencar 167.1 km
1h 46m
CHF 27–38
Train via Schaffhausen
1. Take the train from Basel Bad Bf to Schaffhausentrain Re3
2. Take the train from Schaffhausen to St. Gallentrain S1 / ...
3h 22m
CHF 22–35

Basel to Sankt Gallen by train

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2h 23mAverage Duration

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Distance: 174.7 km
Duration: 2h 23m

What companies run services between Basel, Switzerland and Sankt Gallen, Switzerland?

You can take a train from Basel SBB to St. Gallen via Zürich HB in around 2h 23m. Alternatively, Bogojevic Reisen operates a bus from Basel, Meret Oppenheim-Strasse to St. Gallen twice a week. Tickets cost CHF 1 and the journey takes 3h 20m.

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