Cologne to St. Gallen by train
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Overview: trains from Cologne to St. Gallen
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Travelling from Cologne to St. Gallen by train
Want to know how to get from Cologne to St. Gallen by train? We have gathered for you all the useful information about this trip!
The fastest trains from Cologne to St. Gallen take around 5 hours and 33 minutes, covering a distance of approximately 429 kilometres.
On weekdays, the first train leaving Cologne is scheduled to depart at around 00:00. The last departure is usually at around 23:55 . On Saturdays and Sundays, trains leave Cologne at around 00:04, with the last train leaving at around 23:55. There are frequent services on this particular rail route. On average, there are about 44 trains per day travelling between the two cities. They leave approximately every 20 minutes.
Prices for a single ticket between the two cities start from US$76.50.
We think any time is a great time to visit St. Gallen, as each season has its own unique charm. Nevertheless, please make sure you check the local weather and average seasonal temperatures at destination before deciding on your holiday.
For more tips to help you plan your journey, check out our help articles, or read our guide to St. Gallen.
Is there a direct train from Cologne to St. Gallen?
The journey between Cologne and St. Gallen usually involves one change of train.
We usually find at least one departure on the route from Cologne to St. Gallen every weekday that leave enough time to change trains without waiting around for longer than necessary.
Trains are typically more frequent on weekends, when we found at least one departure.
How long does it take to travel from Cologne to St. Gallen?
The Cologne to St. Gallen train travel takes about 5 hours and 33 minutes, no matter when you leave.
What are the Cologne to St. Gallen train times and schedule?
If you're travelling on a weekday, you'll find the earliest train to St. Gallen leaving Cologne at around 00:00 and the last train leaving at around 23:55 . At weekends, the first train of the day leaves Cologne at around 00:04, with the final departure at 23:55.
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