Salzburg to St. Gallen train travel explained

Want to know how to get from Salzburg to St. Gallen by train? We have gathered for you all the useful information about this trip!

The fastest trains from Salzburg to St. Gallen take around 4 hours and 28 minutes, covering a distance of approximately 279 kilometres.

On weekdays, the first train leaving Salzburg is scheduled to depart at around  02:30. The last departure is usually at around 21:56 . On Saturdays and Sundays, trains leave Salzburg at around 01:21, with the last train leaving at around 23:00. There are frequent services on this particular rail route. On average, there are about 16 trains per day travelling between the two cities. They leave approximately every 1 hour and 9 minutes.

Prices for a single ticket between the two cities start from €31.71.

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 Salzburg to St. Gallen?

The journey between Salzburg and St. Gallen usually involves one change of train.

We usually find at least one departure on the route from Salzburg to St. Gallen every weekday that leave enough time to change trains without waiting around for longer than necessary.

There are typically fewer trains leaving at weekends, when we found at least one departure.

How long does it take to travel from Salzburg to St. Gallen?

The Salzburg to St. Gallen train travel takes about 4 hours and 28 minutes, no matter when you leave.

What are the Salzburg to St. Gallen train times and schedule?

If you're travelling on a weekday, you'll find the earliest train to St. Gallen leaving Salzburg at around 02:30 and the last train leaving at around 21:56 . At weekends, the first train of the day leaves Salzburg at around 01:21, with the final departure at 23:00.